City of Dunwoody Alcohol Beverage Package or Consumption on Premise Licenses

An alcohol privilege license is required for any establishment selling alcohol beverages for consumption on or off premises within the city limits of Dunwoody. In order to sell, offer for sale, or otherwise dispense any alcohol beverages within the City, the establishment must first obtain an alcohol privilege license from the City of Dunwoody. Please submit the completed Alcohol Beverage Package or Consumption License Application and all required supplemental materials (as detailed in the checklist) in person to the Finance Department located at 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA 30346. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Finance Department at (678) 382-6700 or email businesstax@dunwoodyga.gov.

Additional Information for Alcohol Privilege Licenses

Hours of Sale For All Alcoholic Beverages

Legal Land Survey Example

City of Dunwoody Alcohol Beverage Wholesaler or Importer Licenses

Any wholesaler or importer in alcoholic beverages who is licensed by the State and who has a place of business in the city shall procure a license under the same provisions applicable to retail/package licensees. Please submit the completed Alcohol Beverage Wholesaler or Importer License application and all required supplemental materials (as detailed in the checklist) in person to the Finance Department located at 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA 30346. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Finance Department at (678) 382-6700 or email businesstax@dunwoodyga.gov.

Alcohol Pouring Permit

The Finance Department will issue all alcohol pouring permits for the City of Dunwoody at a total cost of $110.00. The cost break-down is $50.00 for the background check and $60.00 for the pouring permit. All pouring permits are valid for one (1) year from the date issued and are only valid within the city limits of Dunwoody. A pouring permit is required for any employee holding a managerial position and any employees of an alcohol beverage caterer who engage in the handling, selling or serving of alcohol beverages. This excludes employees whose duties are limited solely to those of bus-boy, cook, and dishwasher. 

You may pick up a Pouring Permit Application  or a Pouring Permit Renewal Application in person at the Finance Department located at 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA 30346 or download the application online. Alcohol pouring permits and background checks are only done on Tuesdays and Thursdays between the hours of 9am-11am or 1pm-3pm.

NOTE: Alcohol pouring permits are only valid within the City limits of Dunwoody and the business must have a valid Alcohol Privilege License. 

Patio Permits: If you anticipate the serving and selling of alcohol in an outdoor area you will need to submit a Patio Permit Application. The Patio Permit fee is $50 and must be submitted to the Finance Department located at 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA 30346. All Patio Permit's expire on December 31st of each year.  

One Day Sunday Sales License: If you are a restaurant that currently holds a valid six (6) day alcohol license with the City of Dunwoody and you would like to apply for a One Day Sunday Sales License, you will need to submit a One Day Sunday Sales Application. The license fee is $200 and can be submitted to the Finance Department located at 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA 30346. 

Wine Tasting Permit: If you currently hold a valid City of Dunwoody Alcohol Privilege License that enables you to sell wine and would like to host a wine tasting event, you will need to submit a Wine Tasting Permit Application to the Finance Department located at 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA 30346. The administrative fee is $100 and you have the option of an annual permit for $300 or $50 per day of the wine tasting event.  

Beer Tasting Permit: If you currently hold a valid City of Dunwoody Alcohol Privilege License that enables you to sell beer and would like to host a beer tasting event, you will need to submit a Beer Tasting Permit Application to the Finance Department located at 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA 30346. The administrative fee is $100 and you have the option of an annual permit for $300 or $50 per day of the beer tasting event.

Resident Catered Event Permit: If you are a resident/non-resident caterer who possesses a valid license from the City of Dunwoody to sell or dispense beer, wine, or liquor at a fixed location within the City, you will need to submit an application for a  Resident Alcoholic Beverage Catering License Application or a Non-Resident Alcoholic Beverage Catering License Application for an off-premise event.  The administrative fee is $100 for beer and/or wine, or $200 for liquor with along with $50 per day for the resident/non-resident catered event permit.  A resident/non-resident caterer may only sell or dispense what is authorized by their valid City of Dunwoody Alcohol Privilege License. This application can be submitted to the City of Dunwoody Finance Department located at 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA. 30346.

Special Event Permit with Alcohol: A special event is any organized for profit activity having as its purpose entertainment, recreation, and/or education which takes place on public property or takes place on private property but requires special public services such as the use of parks, public streets, rights-of-ways, or sidewalks as well as events that take place in local business establishments that are outside of the “normal” course of business. Special events may include, but are not limited to, activities such as run/walk events, cycling events, street festivals, parades, triathlon/biathlon, grand openings, concerts, assemblies, block parties and certain outdoor promotional events.  Permits are also required for all special events that involve the consumption of alcohol. Special Event Temporary Alcohol Permit

Nonprofit Special Event Temporary Alcohol  Permit: A nonprofit event is any organized activity having as its
purpose entertainment, recreation, and/or education which takes place on public or private property. Events involving the consumption of alcohol must submit the  If alcohol is to be served or sold at the event, the event producer or business owner must also obtain an Alcohol Permit through the Finance Department and hire private security officers to prevent alcohol from being removed from the premises.  The City’s alcohol beverage requirements are governed in accordance with Dunwoody Ordinance, Chapter 4, Alcoholic Beverages. This application can be submitted to the City of Dunwoody Finance Department located at 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 250, Dunwoody, GA. 30346. Nonprofit Special Event Temporary Alcohol Permit

Additional Helpful Information

Chapter 4 Alcoholic Beverage Ordinance: Provides information regarding all City of Dunwoody alcohol related licenses and permits. http://library.municode.com/index.aspx?clientId=14784&stateId=10&stateName=Georgia

Chapter 26 Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places: Provides detailed information on special event requirements.  http://library.municode.com/index.aspx?clientId=14784&stateId=10&stateName=Georgia

All Dunwoody License Documents

1. 2011 City of Dunwoody Assistant to Municipal Court Clerk

2. 2012 Direct Insurance Carrier Occupational Tax Application

3. 2012 Occupational Tax Certificate Application

4. 2012 Precious Metals Buyers Permit Application

5. Alcohol Beverage Package or Consumption License Application

6. Alcohol Beverage Wholesaler or Importer License

7. Alcoholic Beverage By The Drink Excise Tax Return

8. Alcoholic Beverage Liquor Wholesale Excise Tax Return

9. Background Check Consent Form_Finance Dept

10. Beer Tasting Permit Application

11. Beer Wholesale Excise Tax Return

12. Change of Address Notification

13. Change of Information

14. Closed or Sold Business

15. Contact Information for Businesses

16. Dunwoody Massage and Spa Application

17. Escort Services Occupational Tax Application

18. Escort Services Regulatory Permit

19. E-Verify Private Employer Affidavit

20. FAQ existing business

21. Frequently Asked Questions

22. Home Occupation Form

23. Living and Learning Schedule WEBSITE

24. Massage Work Permit

25. N Peachtree and Tilly Mill FAQ Handout

26. Nonprofit Special Event Temporary Alcohol Permit

27. Non-Resident Alcoholic Beverage Catering License Application

28. Occupational Tax Certificate Checklist

29. Occupational Tax General Information

30. One Day Sunday Sales

31. Pain Management Clinics

32. Patio Permit

33. Personnel Statement

34. Pouring Permit Application

35. Pouring Permit Renewal Application

36. Precious Metals Buying Reporting Form

37. Registered Agent

38. Resident Alcoholic Beverage Catering License Application

39. RFP 12-01 Bid Opening

40. SAVE Affidavit

41. Solicitor Permit

42. Special Event Temporary Alcohol Permit

43. Taxi Cabs Permit Application

44. Taxi Cabs Permit Background Check

45. Useful Links for Business License Applicants

46. Vehicle for Hire Packet

47. Voting District Rezoning(3)

48. Wine Tasting Permit Application