BYOB-1 Liquor License Application

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BYOB-1 (Restuarant) Liquor License Application
This application should only be submitted by restaurants that DO NOT currently have a City liquor license. It allows BYOB licensed businesses to let customers who are 21 or older bring their own alcohol to drink on the business’ premises, subject to conditions provided in § 6-112A(1) of the Bloomington City Code.

NOTE: A restaurant is a place open to the public where meals are regularly prepared and served. It must have seating for customers, clean and adequate kitchen and dining areas, and enough staff to cook and serve full meals.

The following applies:
  • BYOB‑1 is only allowed when patrons are also buying and eating a meal.
  • Each person may bring up to one 750 ml bottle of wine, 36 ounces of beer, or 3 ounces of spirits.
  • BYOB‑1 is allowed only within the licensed premises.
  • Licensees may provide glassware and ice, and may uncork, pour, serve, or otherwise control alcohol consumption.
  • Any employee serving alcohol or checking IDs must have the training required by state and local laws.
  • Applicants must provide the City with a bond and proof of dram shop (or equivalent) liability insurance for BYOB service.
  • No one under 21 may possess or drink alcohol.
  • Establishments with a BYOB‑1 license may not have video gaming.

Before you start this application, please look over the BYOB-1 Liquor License Document Checklist at https://www.bloomingtonil.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/32653. This will help you make sure you have all the required documents ready to upload to this application. You can attach documents at any time using the paperclip icon on the left side of your screen. Required Documents for Submission (must be attached to your application)
  • Owner/Manager Information List - Must include for each person:Full legal name
    • Title/relationship to business
    • Personal email
    • Date of birth
    • Personal address
    • Percentage of ownership/stock
  • Driver’s License Copies (front only) - Required for all applicants, owners, partners, officers with over 20% interest and all general managers. Photo must be clear and fully visible.
  • Premises Verification - If leased: upload current Lease Agreement showing entity/owner name, full address (including suite/unit), and term dates. If owned: no upload required.
  • For LLCs and Corporations - Articles of Incorporation (Corp) or Articles of Organization (LLC)
  • Financial Statement - The Statement must show the assets, liabilities, and capital, if any, for all Applicants, Owners, Partners, Officers, etc. with over 20% interest
  • Computer‑Generated Site/Floor Plan - The plan must be drawn to scale and must:
    • Show exits, entrances, restrooms, and any other identifying features of the premises;
    • Be labeled to show where alcohol will be stored and sold/served; and
    • Include the ENTIRE proposed premises you wish to be included in the Liquor License.
  • Certificate of Liability Insurance (not the policy declarations) - Must include:Applicant’s name
    • DBA/Assumed name (if applicable)
    • Establishment address
    • Coverage dates and limits
    • City of Bloomington listed as Additional Insured
    • Certificate Holder: City of Bloomington, 115 E. Washington St., Bloomington, IL 61701
Example Certificate of Liquor Liability Insurance: Example DRAM Document
  • $2,000 Surety Bond - Must include:Entity/individual name
    • DBA (if applicable)
    • Entity/Establishment address
    • Bond number
    • Term dates
    • Obligee: City of Bloomington
  • BASSET Certifications - A List of those who are BASSET Certified must be provided (Must include the General Manager)
    • The list must include:
      • Name;
      • Title;
      • Certificate Number; and
      • Date Certified.
Note that the actual certificates do not need to be submitted, but should be held on site in the event the City or State requests them during inspections.

Required to be Submitted Online (NOT attached to your application)
  • Tax Forms – Must be Submitted Online. Local Tax Information can be found on the City’s website at https://www.bloomingtonil.gov/departments/finance/local-tax-information
    • Amusement Tax – Required for establishments that will offer events where amusement is exhibitive in nature, meaning it is viewed in exchange for payment of a fee or charge.Includes Cover Charges or Tickets sold
Items Checked Internally (NO documents should be uploaded)
  • Entities must be in Good Standing with the State of Illinois
  • No outstanding amounts owed to the City (taxes, utilities, legal fees, general billing, backflow or cross‑connection reports)
  • $100 application fee and background investigation fee must be paid by the deadline in the invoice email.
Please check that you agree before continuing.
By continuing, I confirm that I am authorized to sign on behalf of the applicant entity or organization. I also agree to complete a digital version of the required document(s) and understand that information about my user session will be stored.
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