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General Licensing Information
A liquor license or permit is required for any sales or service of alcoholic beverages to the public. Colorado liquor and beer licenses are issued by "dual" licensing authorities: The Town of Telluride and the State of Colorado. All applications for liquor licenses or permits are filed within the Town of Telluride Eproval portal. If approved by the town, your application will be forwarded to the state for their approval.
Types of Liquor Licenses
Descriptions of the types of licenses available in Colorado are available on the Colorado Department of Revenue website. For detailed information about applying for a liquor license, see:
- Retail Establishment Liquor Permits – To serve complimentary alcohol at a business that qualifies as a retail establishment or an art gallery
- New and Transfer Retail Liquor Licenses – For all types of commercial liquor licenses, including taverns, restaurants, retail liquor stores, and more
- Special Event Permits – For non-profit corporations or certain other qualified entities to sell or serve alcohol
Responsible Beverage Vendor Training Workshops
The Town of Telluride requires all liquor license holders and managers to attend a state-approved Responsible Vendor alcohol training workshop at their own expense.
- Managers of special events are also required to attend liquor workshops.
- Liquor training is required every two years, and all owners and premises managers must complete liquor training within 90 days of license issuance.
- A list of approved courses may be found online.
Required Filings of Changes to Liquor License
You must notify the Town of any change in ownership, management, physical premise, or location. Please visit the Renewals & Required Filings page for more information.
Colorado State Liquor Law
- Colorado Department of Revenue
- Colorado State Liquor Code
- Colorado Liquor Enforcement Division: 303-205-2300