Liquor Licenses - City of Longmont

Liquor Licenses

Liquor Licenses

In the State of Colorado, obtaining a retail liquor license is a dual process beginning at the local level which requires review and approval from the Local Licensing Authority prior to review by the State Liquor Enforcement Division. The Local Licensing Authority is designated under the Longmont Municipal Code to review liquor license applications and holds monthly meetings to carry out this directive.

The City of Longmont’s Local Licensing Authority (commonly referred to as the Liquor Licensing Authority or LLA) is the Municipal Judge. The City Clerk’s Office receives and processes all liquor license applications and staff is available to answer questions you have about the process, to provide clarification about the requirements and fees, and to ensure your application is complete before being considered by the Local Licensing Authority.

Please note that while city clerk staff are able to explain the process and requirements to you, they are not able to provide you with legal advice.

Active Liquor Licenses

**NEW 2/2025** A GIS map of active liquor licenses is now available.  The map will be updated on a quarterly basis.

Do you need a list of all liquor licenses in the State of Colorado or want to see active licenses in the City of Longmont? Check out the State of Colorado’s website for current list of licenses.

Fees

Please consult our Fee Schedule 070124 (updated 7/1/24) for the most current total fees for City of Longmont liquor licensees. This fee schedule includes State Fees.  Call the City Clerk’s Office with any questions!

Fingerprinting

If you are required to submit fingerprints with your liquor license application, you must be fingerprinted by one of the statewide fingerprinting vendors – Identogo or Colorado Fingerprinting.  You can no longer go to the police department to be fingerprinted.

IdentoGo Fingerprinting Process

To schedule an appointment with IdentoGo, visit Local (City/County) Liquor Licensure

    • When prompted, provide the City of Longmont’s CBI Account Number for liquor licensing:  CONCJ4357
    • Provide payment.
    • You MUST have an appointment.  DO NOT just show up at any location and expect them to take your fingerprints.

Colorado Fingerprinting Process

To schedule an appointment with Colorado Fingerprinting, visit www.coloradofingerprinting.com

    • When prompted, provide the City of Longmont’s codes:
      • 4357LLQH (Reason Fingerprinted : LIQUOR LIC – LOCAL PD SO 12-47-307)
    • You will be required to create an account.  Please do so, follow the instructions, and provide payment with a credit card.
    • You MUST have an appointment. DO NOT just show up at any location and expect them to take your fingerprints.

Notice to Applicants Regarding Background Checks

As part of the fingerprint process, the City of Longmont must notify you of the following with regard to fingerprint-based background checks: your fingerprints will be used to check FBI criminal history records, and you have the right to challenge the information in the FBI identification record by submitting a request to the CBI.  For more information, please read the CBI Notice to Applicants.

Click links for the Applicant Privacy Rights and the Privacy Act Statement in both English and Spanish.

Forms

Liquor License Application Forms

Timelines – When do I need to submit my application?

The rule of thumb is to submit your application as soon as possible! General guidelines are below:

    • 45 days prior: Renewals, New License and Special Event Permit applications
    • 10 days prior to desired date of Temporary Permit issuance: Transfer License applications

We always encourage you to plan ahead and file early!

Contact the City Clerk’s Office to discuss the specific details of your application.

Local Licensing Authority Meetings

The Local Licensing Authority meets monthly, usually on the fourth Thursday of the month at 2:00 p.m., unless otherwise specified.

City Council Chambers
Civic Center Complex
350 Kimbark St.
Longmont, CO 80501

Agendas

Agenda Management Portal

Agendas for LLA meetings are published 24 hours prior to any meeting on the City’s Agenda Management Portal (link above) and also posted in hard copy at the west entrance to the Civic Center at 350 Kimbark St., Longmont, Colorado for the public’s convenience.

Codes, Rules and Regulations

Applicants should read and understand Colorado Beer and Liquor Code and Rules prior to applying for a license or permit. Applicants are advised to consult an attorney prior to submitting an application due to the complex nature of liquor laws and rules and local laws and procedures.

 

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