Liquor License Modification of Premises

Zoning confirmation for Beverage Licensing Authority (BLA) is a review process to determine if the proposed use is appropriate in the proposed location. The review will evaluate the proposed operating characteristics and identify any potential additional reviews that are required. An approved Zoning Confirmation for BLA constitutes all zoning requirements have been met with the proposed use.

There are two documents required to satisfy the Zoning Review:

1. Approved Administrative Review Application (ADR) & Zoning Confirmation for BLA
2. Approved diagram stamped by Planning and Development

A request for a Zoning Confirmation for BLA is made by submitting the Administrative Review Application & Zoning Confirmation Application. The applications can be found at the following links:

• From the Planning and Development Applications and Forms database, you will need the Administrative Review Application and Zoning Confirmation Application (organized alphabetically, use search function or scroll to bottom for Zoning Confirmation Application): Application form(s), required application materials and fees are due by 10 a.m. on the application deadline. Review the Online Development Review Application Guide for more information.

Review the Online Development Review Application guide for more information.

Click on the link associated with each required document to access the form. After completion, please save these documents to be uploaded in the Customer Self-Service Portal during the final step of the application process.

• State of Colorado Form DR8442 - Permit Application and Report of Changes (see checklist on State of Colorado form)
• Payment of State of Colorado Fees - You will submit a copy of the receipt with your completed application
• Proof of Possession - When submitting your application, provide proof of possession of the new area to be licensed (deed, lease, or landlord letter for modification or new area)
• "Before" Floor Plan - Must be submitted on 8-1/2" x 11" paper and must include all items referred to in the "BLA Rules of Procedure Section 3-3" Clearly mark the area(s) that are currently licensed.
• "After" Floor Plan - Must be submitted on 8-1/2" x 11" paper and must include all items referred to in the "BLA Rules of Procedure Section 3-3" Clearly mark the area(s) that you want to have licensed.

Log into your City of Boulder Customer Self-Service Account and create a request for your Liquor License for a Modification of Premises. You will be prompted to upload the supporting documents and then pay applicable city fees.

Applications are assigned to Regulatory Licensing staff on Tuesday mornings.

Permanent Modifications

• Permanent Modifications require the premises to be posted for the legally required 10-day period.
• A first hearing will be set with the Beverage Licensing Authority (BLA) to set boundaries for neighborhood needs and desires petitioning. After the meeting, petition materials will be sent to you or your representative.
• An Application Hearing before the Beverage Licensing Authority (BLA) is mandatory following the boundary setting.
• Petitions indicating the neighborhood's need and desire for the proposed change must be submitted at least 10 days prior to the public hearing.
• If the BLA approves the application at the hearing, the licensing record will be updated to reflect that the form was forwarded to the state.
• Once the approved modification is received back from the state:
  • The applicant should be contacted by phone or email to schedule a premises inspection.
  • During the inspection, staff must:
    • Observe the completed modifications,
    • Collect a Letter of Completion or Certificate of Occupancy (indicating that any required building permits have been properly closed out),
    • Provide the applicant with a state-approved copy of the Modification of Premises Permit for their records.

Temporary Modifications

• Temporary Modifications also require the premises to be posted for the legally required 10-day period.
• A BLA hearing is only required if there is neighborhood or enforcement comment that necessitates one.
• If no negative comment is received, Licensing staff may administratively approve the Temporary Modification without a hearing and forward it to the state liquor enforcement division.
• The licensing record will be updated to indicate that the form was forwarded to the state.
• Once the approved Temporary Modification is received back from the state:
• A state-approved copy of the Modification of Premises Permit will be emailed to the licensee at their business mailing address for their records.