Liquor Licensing
Obtain a Liquor License in Hillsborough County
Hillsborough County is part of the Tampa District and getting your liquor license in this county involves finding an available license and jumping through the hoops of the municipality.
Our company's experts will help you obtain a liquor license in Hillsborough and guide you every step of the way. We have deep knowledge of the laws of Hillsborough County and can provide you with professional consulting services. Whether you own a restaurant, a bar, a supermarket or anything else that requires a liquor license, at Liquor License Florida you will find an experienced team of consultants dedicated to helping people complete all the necessary formalities and obtain their license.
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Liquor License Florida will help both people who want to buy a liquor license in Hillsborough, as well as those who want to sell it. We understand the Hillsborough County zoning requirements and know what needs to be done in each case to save valuable time and money. In addition, we can help you fill in your application and other important documents such as:
- The Beverage Transfer Application
- The Asset Purchase Agreement
- Research the necessary lien and UCC-1
Hillsborough County Liquor License Types & Fees
These are the types of liquor licenses available in Hillsborough along with their fees:
| Series | Provisions | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1APS | Beer (Package Sales Only) | $140.00 |
| 2APS | Beer and Wine (Package Sales Only) | $196.00 |
| 1COP | Beer (Package and Consumption) | $280.00 |
| 2COP | Beer and Wine (Package & Consumption) | $392.00 |
| 3PS | Beer, Wine and Spirits (Package Sales Only) | $1,365.00 |
| 4COP | Beer, Wine and Spirits (Package and Consumption) | $1,820.00 |
| 11C | Beer, Wine and Spirits (Consumption Only) | $400.00 |
The Benefits of Working with Us
The state legislature determines the exact number of liquor licenses in Florida, issued based on the population of each county. The number can't be increased unless there is also an increase in population verified by the United States Census Bureau.
If you need a Florida liquor license, you can buy an existing one from a company that is willing to sell it and we can help you find it.
The licensing process can take several months if you go about it alone and can result in significant revenue loss, but if you hire our services we will make sure your application process is dealt with in a timely manner, at a fraction of the cost.
Liquor License Florida works with experienced and highly trained closing agents, who do extensive research beforehand, making sure the license you buy is claim free. The entire process will run smoothly with no unforeseen situations that can cause unnecessary delays.
Our company utilizes a proprietary database of available liquor licenses in the state of Florida, which will significantly reduce the process of identifying and verifying a license. We can transfer any license across Florida and also provide you with additional services, to get your business up and running as soon as possible.
Special License Requirements
Special Restaurant License (SFS)
- At least 2,500 square feet of service area
- Equipped to serve: 100 seating capacity
- At least 51% of gross revenue from food and non-alcoholic beverages prepared, served and consumed on the premises
- Set by special act 2016-264 for Hillsborough
Hotel or Motel License
- At least 100 guest rooms
- Issued only to the owner or lessee of the hotel or motel
Condominium License
- At least 100 units rentable to transient guests
Source: Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco, General Laws of Local Application and Special Acts. Compare every county.
Hillsborough County Government Contacts
The following government offices handle licensing, zoning, and inspections in Hillsborough:
Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco
Park Trammel Building, 1313 Tampa Street, Suite 909, Tampa, FL 33602
Fax: (813) 233-2896
Department of Agriculture
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Hillsborough County License Types
- 1APS – Beer (Package Sales Only)
- 2APS – Beer and Wine (Package Sales Only)
- 1COP – Beer (Package and Consumption)
- 2COP – Beer and Wine (Package & Consumption)
- 3PS – Beer, Wine and Spirits (Package Sales Only)
- 4COP – Beer, Wine and Spirits (Package and Consumption)
- 11C – Beer, Wine and Spirits (Consumption Only)
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