The Clerk to the Board reviews and processes liquor license applications considered by the Board as the Local Licensing Authority. For most commonly asked questions and answers, visit Colorado Department of Revenue Liquor Enforcement Division.
The county’s beer and liquor policy is available here: Beer & Liquor Policy
If the establishment is located within the incorporated limits of any city or town in El Paso County, please contact that entity to obtain the correct liquor license application and process.
You can locate this information on the Assessor’s website or call the office at (719) 520-6600.
Make sure the proposed location is zoned for the appropriate use by contacting the Planning and Community Development Department at (719) 520-6300.
Below are links to the different liquor licenses the Clerk to the Board processes with detailed instructions on how to apply:
- Bed & Breakfast Permit
- Changes to License
- Fermented Beverage/Wine License
- License Fees
- License Renewal
- New Retail License
- Special Events Permit
- Transfer of Ownership
Other important entities to contact:
Colorado Department of Revenue – Sales Tax License (720) 795-7759.
Secretary of State – Register Trade Name and Business License (303) 894-2200.
Health Department – Health Inspection (719) 578-3199.
For additional forms, current statutes, handbooks, and other helpful information, access the Colorado Department of Revenue Liquor Division’s website.
