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ALCOHOL BEVERAGE LICENSE APPLICATION GUIDELINES
This policy explains the City’s expectations and requirements for all new alcohol beverage license
applicants which are in addition to the requirements detailed in Wis. Stats. Ch. 125, City of Oshkosh
Ordinances, and the required forms from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. This policy reflects the
values of the City and promote public safety, responsible service, and quality of life by setting clear and
consistent local standards for premises readiness, operations, and community development.
This policy applies to all new applicants for an alcohol beverage license within the City of Oshkosh,
including but not limited to:
• Class “A”, “Class A”, or Class “A”/ “Class A” (off-premises consumption)
• Class “B” or Class “B”/ “Class B” (on-premises consumption)
• “Class C” (on-premises consumption)
New Applicants must complete and provide the following:
• Payment of Alcohol Beverage License Application Fees including publication fee
• Original Alcohol Beverage License Application (AB-200)
• Alcohol Beverage Individual Questionnaire (AB-100) – this form needs to be completed by each
individual, partners in a partnership, or officers in a corporation or limited liability company
• Alcohol Beverage Appointment of Agent (AB-101) – Agent must have resided in Wisconsin a
minimum of 90 days continuously prior to date of application
o Copy of Agent’s Wisconsin Driver’s License/Identification
o Proof of Agent’s Completion of “Responsible Beverage Server Course” or proof of an
Operator’s License from a Wisconsin municipality within the past two (2) years
• Oshkosh Police Department Investigation Form
• Oshkosh Supplemental Application/Economic Impact Questionnaire
• Copy of current Wisconsin Seller’s Permit Certificate
• Proof of ownership or permission to operate on the premises (exp. Lease, Deed, Land Contract,
Purchase Agreement, etc.)
• Relinquishment/Surrender of Liquor License (only applicable if another entity currently holds the
liquor license)
All forms and payment must be received and on file with the City Clerk for a minimum of fifteen (15) days
prior to Council action to allow for publication, inspections, background checks, and processing.
Following completion of the above forms, new applicants must:
• Contact the Winnebago County Health Department (920-232-3000) for license information and
inspection
• Contact the Oshkosh Fire Department (920-236-5242) for inspection of premises
• Confirm all real estate taxes, special assessments/charges, water utility, and any other
outstanding invoices for the establishment are paid in full
• Confirm a licensed Operator will be on premises at all times of service. Contact Clerk’s Office to
obtain Bar Operator Licenses.