A: All applications are done via our online portal. The application is review by the Zoning Department and the Environmental Services Department. Each owner also completes a background check with the Police Department. The initial process takes about two to three weeks. After the approvals come back you are good to open and operate. Once you are up and running, the business inspector comes with the fire department to make sure everything is up to code. Once the inspection is approved a license is issued.
A: The license renews annually and is valid from January 1 through December 31.
A: The fee is based on the square footage of the business.
A: There is a non-refundable background investigation fee of $150 due at the time the application is submitted. For every additional owner there is a $50 fee.
A: No, as long as the owners and business process is not changing you would just need to update the name of the business.
A: Yes. Every new owner must apply for a new license.
A: The Village does not issue licenses for or regulate at home businesses.
A: Food and Ice cream trucks are permitted in the Village and have a separate license. These applications are paper applications and submitted in person.
A: Mary Heneghan in Administration handles all NEW liquor applications.
A: A new application would need to be filled out however as long as it is the same business and owner, the background check does not need to be renewed.
A: A new application will need to be submitted for the license; however, a background check will not be needed.