Liquor Licenses

A liquor license is required to sell or distribute alcoholic beverages for commercial purposes in the Town of Erie and a state and local liquor license must be obtained. All applicants must comply with the Colorado Revised Statutes, the Town’s Municipal Code, and the Local Liquor Licensing Rules of Procedure.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to review the Colorado Department of Revenue: Liquor Enforcement Laws, Rules, and Regulations to ensure understanding of requirements and regulations of alcohol licenses.

While the Town Clerk’s office is available to provide some assistance in the application process, we cannot provide legal advice and cannot make any representations or assurances as to the final outcome of the process. It is certainly not essential that you seek the assistance of an attorney to guide you through this process; although you may strongly consider doing so. In many instances, legal assistance can help you move through the process more quickly and with fewer complications. 

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Applications can be submitted 3 ways:

  1. Online Portal (preferred)
  2. Email townclerk@erieco.gov.
  3. In person: 645 Holbrook Street – Town Clerk’s Office

Fees:

Two separate fees are required to be paid, one to the State (Colorado Department of Revenue) and one to the Town of Erie for most Liquor Licensing and Permit requests. Review the Fee Schedule for a detailed list of fee amounts.

Fees paid to the Town of Erie can be paid over the phone or by check. To pay over the phone call 303-926-2700 x0. If paying with a check bring it to Town Hall (645 Holbrook Street) or mail to: 
Town of Erie 
Attn: Town Clerk's Office 
P.O. Box 750
Erie, CO 80516.

Fees paid to the Colorado Department of Revenue can be paid online or by check. To pay online visit https://secure.colorado.gov/payment/liquor and email the receipt to townclerk@erieco.gov. If paying with a check bring it to Town Hall (645 Holbrook Street) or mail to the address above.

If you have any further questions, please contact townclerk@erieco.gov or 303-926-2710.