Liquor Licensing

Liquor Licensing

If you plan to sell alcohol, consume alcohol in public (for example in a City Park), or serve alcohol to the general public, Colorado requires you to obtain license approval. The Clerk's Office coordinates liquor licensing for the City of Gunnison for both retail licenses and special event permits.  The Clerk's Office is here to guide you through the process. For questions, please call 970-641-8080.  
State liquor code, rules, and most liquor license applications and renewal applications can be found at the State of Colorado Liquor Enforcement Division's website at: https://sbg.colorado.gov/apply-for-a-license-or-permit-liquor-enforcement-division
For special events: Are you organizing an event and wondering if you need a liquor permit?  Call the Clerk's Department at 970-641-8170 or use this online worksheet here  to help you determine if a permit is required.
Click here for Liquor Permit Application for Special Event 
Information Packet for Special Event Liquor Permit
For retail businesses:

Fingerprint Information for Retail Liquor License Applicants

Welcome to Gunnison

Gunnison is a small mountain community on the western slope of Colorado with a population of approximately 6,560 full time residents. The population increases annually with the influx of tourism and Western Colorado University students numbering an additional 2,500. The City of Gunnison is the county seat for Gunnison County. Gunnison has a rich history of ranching, agriculture, mining, tourism and outdoor recreation opportunities that bring many more people through the community.
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