What information do I need for the application?
- The event: We need the details of the event, including the date(s), time, and location or venue.
- The backer: The noncommercial entity will be the “backer” of the permit, which means it is sponsoring the permit. We will need the name and business address of the entity, plus proof of tax-exempt or non-commercial status, like a federal IRS notice. You’ll be asked to enter the entity’s CT State Sales Tax ID and Federal Tax ID number (FEIN), if applicable.
- The permittee: We need the name and contact information for one individual who will be responsible for the alcohol at the event. This person will be the “permittee” and is the person we can talk to about the application or if there are any issues with the event.
- Local approval: Local officials must confirm that you are allowed to serve alcohol at your venue. This requires a form signed by the town clerk, fire marshal, and zoning official. If your event is located at a venue where there is already a liquor permit (e.g., a bar, a catering hall, or a restaurant), then this requirement is waived. Instead, you will need the liquor permit number for the venue.
- Sketch: If the event is outdoors, please provide a detailed sketch (by hand is allowed) that shows where you plan to sell alcohol, conduct tastings, or have alcohol consumed. It is helpful to include any plan for fences or visual crowd controls. If your event is located at a venue where there is already a liquor permit (e.g., a bar, a catering hall, or a restaurant), then this requirement is waived.
- Event description: For in-person events- Write a summary describing: how the event will be conducted; what protections will be in place to ensure minors do not purchase alcohol; how staff will ensure intoxicated persons are identified and not served; and any other planned controls to ensure the safe sale and service of alcohol to patrons. For online auctions – Write a summary describing: how the auction will be conducted to ensure minors do not bid or purchase alcohol; whether alcohol will be delivered to winners or if winners will pick it up themselves, and how the age and identity of the winner will be verified at deliver or pick-up.
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