Required Steps

Register for a City of Boulder Customer Self-Service Account

Register at City of Boulder Customer Self-Service Portal

CSS Registration Guide

Note - You will use the Customer Self-Service Portal to "Apply" by uploading all of the documents required for your application based on the information and steps below.

Regulatory Licensing Application Packet Requirements

All City of Boulder application documents are completed via secure forms on the City's website. Click on the link associated with each required document to access the online form. After completion, a pdf file will be emailed to you. 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 DR8459 - Retail Establishment Permit Initial Application and Renewal
  • Copy of a deed or lease in the exact name of the applicant reflecting possession of the premises for at least one year after the date of the application
  • A diagram of the premises that reflects the area within the premises where alcohol beverages will be stored, served, possessed, and consumed
  • Payment of State of Colorado Fees - You will submit a copy of the receipt with your completed application packet
  • City of Boulder Statement of Training Form - This is a City of Boulder condition for alcohol server training within 90 days of opening or hiring
  • City of Boulder Business License for Sales Tax

Deadlines

Due to the 15-day notice requirements, please file your application simultaneously with the City of Boulder and State of Colorado Liquor Enforcement Division for necessary review.

Apply & Pay Online

Log into your City of Boulder Customer Self-Service Account and create a request for your Retail Establishment Permit. 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.

Licensing Process

  • Licensing Staff reviews the application for completeness and requests any additional information requests as needed
  • Licensing Staff send local approval to the State of Colorado
  • Licensing Staff will send the City of Boulder and State of Colorado permits by email to the main contact on file once received