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INFORMATION UPDATE
March 23, 2026
4:00 PM,
I.Information Update
I.A Continued Stage Two Water Restrictions and Spring Drought Outlook
I.B Information Only Memo - City of Aspen Outdoor Dining Program
Continuation of Stage Two Drought Information Only Report - March.docx
Info Only Report Outdoor Dining.docx
Outdoor Dining Mall Lease Encroachment - 2026.pdf
DR 8442 Report of Changes.pdf
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INFORMATION ONLY REPORT
TO: Aspen City Council
FROM: Megan Killer, Water Efficient Landscaping Standards Technician
Steve Hunter, Special Projects Engineer
THROUGH: Erin Loughlin Molliconi, Utilities Director
Tyler Christoff, Deputy City Manager
MEETING DATE: March 23, 2026
SUBJECT: Continued Stage Two Water Restrictions and Spring Drought Outlook
INTENDED OUTCOME & SUMMARY:
This report is for informational purposes only. No action is requested of Council at this
time. This report is to inform Council of the City of Aspen Drought Response
Committee’s recommendation to continue the current Stage Two Water Shortage
Declaration while preparing for a potential Stage Three Water Shortage Declaration.
Council can expect representatives of the Drought Response Committee to bring any
recommended changes to the Water Shortage Declaration if there are not significant
improvements in drought conditions after the next Drought Response Committee
meeting on April 16.
DISCUSSION:
Aspen’s municipal water supply comes from Castle and Maroon Creeks. The Aspen
water system has very little water storage, relying primarily on direct streamflow. This
system does not allow for the controlled release of water to match water demand.
Instead, it depends on the consistent release of water from snowmelt throughout the
year. During drier than normal years, runoff conditions may not match the timing of the
City’s typical demands and reductions in typical water usage may be nec essary. During
these conditions, the City’s water policy enables Council to enact its Water Shortage
Ordinance by selecting an appropriate water shortage stage. The City adopted its water
shortage policy through an Ordinance of the Municipal Code on July 14, 2020, via
resolution #061. The Stage One Water Shortage declared by City Council on June 10,
2025 (Resolution #81, Series of 2025) was elevated to a Stage Two W ater Shortage
through Resolution #112, Series of 2025 on August 12, 2025 and effective September
1, 2025. It has remained in effect since that time.
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The City’s Drought Response Committee is represented by the following City
Departments: City Manager’s Office, Communications, Engineering, Environmental
Health and Sustainability, Parks and Open Space, and Utilities. The Committee has
reviewed the latest snowpack, drought data and outlooks for Aspen and the Roaring
Fork watershed and anticipates recommending a Stage Three Water Shortage
Declaration if conditions do not improve significantly by mid-April. Historically, March is
the best month for snow and typically has the highest levels of precipitation for the year.
The Drought Response Committee meets once a month, or more often as necessary, to
present current data, discuss drought impacts and enforcement protocols, as well as to
make recommendations for Council adoption of any changes to water shortage
restrictions. The committee meets next on April 16, 2026.
Snowpack & Drought Conditions
Since the last information only report to council on February 23, 2026, drought
conditions have remained throughout the Roaring Fork Watershed (Figure 1). The
March 12, 2026 US Drought Monitor continues to show Aspen and Pitkin County mostly
in the Exceptional Drought (D4) Category with some of the County in Severe Drought
(D3) Category.
The Colorado Climate Center has recorded Colorado’s warmest winter (December-
February) in 131 years. Twenty-four out of twenty-eight days in February were above
average temperatures. These higher temperatures have significantly contributed to the
record low snowpack currently being observed.
NRCS Snow-Water-Equivalent (SWE) for the Roaring Fork watershed is another
indicator used to help predict streamflow. As of March 12, 2026, SWE is at 66% of
median (Figure 2), which is higher than the previous information only update, but still at
a record low. SWE generally peaks around April 7th – April 10th, and at that time
Figure 1 US Drought Monitor for Pitkin County Change Since December 2025 (%)
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becomes a more reliable indicator of drought status. With no precipitation in the ten-day
forecast, it is possible the current SWE could be the peak.
NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center forecasts that drought could persist in Western
Colorado with a 40-50% probability of higher-than-normal temperatures and a 40-50%
probability of below average precipitation for March, April, and May 2026 (Figures 4 and
5).
Figure 2 Roaring Fork Valley Watershed Snow-Water-Equivalent at Record Low
Figure 2 Precipitation Outlook March-May 2026 Figure 3 Temperature Outlook for March-May 2026
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Financial Impacts of Stage Two
Rate surcharges for monthly water rates for Stage Two Water Shortage are
summarized in Table 1. In the winter months, when irrigation no longer impacts
demands on the system, only about 1-3% of water accounts hit the 3rd and 4th tiers.
Billing Tier
Stage Two Water Shortage %
Surcharge
Tier I 0%
Tier II 0%
Tier III 50%
Tier IV 75%
Billing Tier
Buttermilk Metro
District
Stage Two Water Shortage %
Surcharge
Tier I 0%
Tier II 62.5%
One-Tier Rate
Structure (Bulk
Water / Fill Stations)
Stage Two Water Shortage %
Surcharge
Tier I 50%
Raw Water Rate
Structure
(Pressurized)
Stage Two Water Shortage %
Surcharge
Pressurized 50%
Non-pressurized 50%
Table 1: Stage Two Water Shortage Surcharges
NEXT STEPS:
Staff will continue to monitor conditions, and if improvements to the US Drought
Monitor, local snowpack, and temperature predictions are not seen by the April 16th
Drought Response Committee meeting, it is very likely the Drought Response
Committee will be coming to Council with recommendations for a Stage 3 Water
Shortage recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
CITY MANAGER NOTES:
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INFORMATION ONLY REPORT
TO: Aspen City Council
FROM: Nicole Henning, City Clerk
THROUGH: Alissa Farrell, Administrative Services Director
MEETING DATE: March 24th, 2026
SUBJECT: City of Aspen Outdoor Dining Program
INTENDED OUTCOME & SUMMARY:
This information was requested by a member of City Council and is being provided to
add some clarity around the City of Aspen Outdoor Dining Program application process.
DISCUSSION:
Every summer season, the City of Aspen offe rs an opportunity to participate in our
outdoor dining program. Applicants are required to submit an application to obtain an
outdoor dining lease each year. The application process is informal and is quite simple.
In March of each year, the Clerk’s Office sends an email to the list of prior program
participants, along with a copy of the proposed lease and a report of changes form to
the state . Annual applications serve several important functions. First, it ensures that
temporary structures placed within the pedestrian mall area are compliant with building
codes, including ingress and egress and ADA requirements. In addition, the Clerk’s
Office ensures applicants are compliant with state and local liquor laws. The season
runs from roughly May 25th through October 31st, weather permitting. Most restaurants
will remove their outdoor dining setup prior to October 31st due to chilly weather
temperatures and snowfall. The city does not permit outdoor dining for the winter
months due to snowfall and the snow removal process.
Each year, those who build a deck, such as Bosq, Madame Ushi, and Escobar, apply
for a building permit with the Community Development Department. The building
department reviews annual mall and other right-of-way activations to ensure spaces are
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safe, accessible, and energy efficient. Requiring applications annually gives the city an
opportunity for compliance before they are built to make sure spaces are built and set
up correctly the first time, avoiding repairs/changes that can add cost and disrupt
business operations. We often catch egress and accessibility issues during review that
could result in potentially unsafe conditions in an emergency or would limit the ability for
all members of the community to access and use such spaces. This is also the
opportunity for groups like parks and HPC to review work along the mall and historic
district. Annual applications ensure that City property is utilized in a safe and inclusive
manner for all.
In addition, because the outdoor dining program contemplates the use of City owned
right of way, two forms are necessary to meet state and local liquor laws. State liquor
codes require a license holder to demonstrate legal access to the premises where
alcohol service occurs through a deed, a lease, or some other form of agreement. To
meet this requirement, restaurants participating in the program agree to sign a right-of-
way lease agreement to rent that space from the city for the summer . Once the lease is
signed, granting legal access of the outdoor dining space to a liquor license hol der, the
applicant must submit form DR-8442 Report of Changes for the necessary State
approval to serve liquor in the additional outdoor dining space, essentially requesting a
temporary modification to the description of the restaurants premises to include the
additional outdoor dining area. The State of Colorado requires that this form be
completed each year, and upon approval, issues a temporary permit to the liquor
license holder authorizing service of alcohol in the outdoor dining area for the term of
the right of way lease.
Each restaurant that is approved for the program must meet the guidelines and fol low
the rules set forth in the lease that address all of the issues mentioned here. The City
Clerk’s department oversees and enforces this program in collaboration with
Community Development, Engineering, and the Parks Departments.
Council did discuss the option of extending the outdoor dining program during winter
months. This topic may deserve additional consideration and possibly a work session
so that related City Departments can advise Council about the impacts of such a
decision. For instance, a decision to expand the program to Winter months will likely
impact the Park Department’s snow removal process for the mall. The removal of snow
in the Downtown Mall corridors is a coordinated effort by Parks Employees with the
primary goal to have snow attended to for safe pedestrian traffic by 8:00 am during
snow events. The movement of machinery around purpose -built structures creates
delays and risk of damage to the structures. Structures located in the Downtown Mall
would need to remove snow from the decking in a timely manner prior to Parks
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movement through this area. If snow removal into the Downtown Mall is performed after
Parks snow removal operations this then requires the Parks Team to make special
accommodation for this business hampering progressions into other public areas.
Historically, businesses have been challenged to work within this construct thus creating
animosity between groups and safety concerns for pedestrians.
An option for the Council to consider in regard to the airport closing may be to decrease
the fee for the lease, which we previously did during COVID to offer some relief.
Currently the applicants pay $5.00 per square foot per day for the right of way lease.
The state fee to modify the premises for the summer is $300.00, which we cannot
change.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A – 2026 Outdoor Dining Lease
Attachment B – DR-8442 - State of Colorado Report of Changes
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RESTAURANT
ENCROACHMENT AND OR CITY PROPERTY LEASE AGREEMENT
THIS LEASE AGREEMENT made , 2026, at Aspen, Pitkin County Colorado,
by and between THE CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO, a municipal corporation, as Lessor
(hereinafter "City"), and Lessee (hereinafter "Lessee")
Corporate Name:
Liquor License Number:
Address of Business:
DBA: Phone number:
W I T N E S S E T H:
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Aspen is desirous of leasing portions of said city property
to abutting land owners and/or lessees who wish to use such areas for restaurant and/or liquor sales. This lease
supersedes the Colorado Department of Revenue laws.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants, terms and conditions contained herein,
it is agreed as follows:
1. The City does hereby lease to Lessee square feet of city property, being that portion of the
city property abutting the business structure or otherwise designated herein, and lot area owned and/or
managed by Lessee. Encroachments are not to be considered to be part of such building and/or lot. The term
of this lease shall be for the period of time beginning on __ ,2026 and terminating on ,
2026. Rent shall be calculated at $5.00 per square foot per month. As rent for such area and term, Lessee
hereby agrees to pay City the total sum which sum shall be payable in advance on or before
____________, 2026.
If the rent payment is not paid in full when due, a penalty in the amount of ten percent (10%) shall be assessed
on the arrears and, in addition, interest on the arrears shall accrue at the rate of two percent (2%) per month.
2. Lessee agrees to use such area for the sole purpose of selling and dispensing food and or beverages to
the public. Such area shall be open to the public by 11:00 a.m. Seating shall be stopped by 9:30 and the outside
seating shall close at 10:30 p.m. Food shall be available in the leased area. Lessee further agrees to use the
premises for no purpose prohibited by the laws of the United States, the State of Colorado, or ordinances of the
City of Aspen. Further, lessee agrees to comply with all reasonable recommendations by the City of Aspen
relating to the use of the leased premises. For restaurants whose operation does not include a lunch service,
tables shall be removed or available for use beginning at 11 a.m. for the general public until dinner service
begins. For restaurants not serving lunch, please include a plan as to how tables will be accommodated for the
general public.
3. Lessee shall remove any fences, furniture, or planters on the leased premises promptly upon expiration
of this lease. Failure to remove them within 5 days of said expiration shall result in ownership therein
transferring to the City of Aspen.
4. Lessee agrees to keep said premises in repair and free from all litter, dirt, and debris and in a clean and
sanitary condition; to neither permit nor suffer any disorderly conduct or nuisance whatever about said premises
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which would annoy or damage, either proximate or remote, occurring through or caused by any alteration to
said leased premises, or by any injury of accident occurring thereon. Further, Lessee does, by execution of this
agreement, indemnify and agree to save harmless the City of Aspen, its employees, elected and appointed
officials against any and all claims for damages or personal injuries arising from the use of the premises as
herein above described. Further, Lessee agrees to furnish City with certificate(s) of insurance naming the
City of Aspen as an additional insured as proof that it has secured and paid for a policy of public liability
insurance covering all public risks related to the leasing, use, occupancy, maintenance, and operation of
location of the leased premises. The insurance shall be procured from a company authorized to do business in
the State of Colorado and be satisfactory to the City. The amount of this insurance, without co-insurance
clauses, shall not be less than the maximum liability that can be imposed upon the City of Aspen under the
laws of the State of Colorado found at C.R.S. Section 24-10-101, et seq. as amended. Lessee shall name the
City as co-insured on all insurance policies and such policies shall include a provision that written notice of
any non-renewal, cancellation or material change in a policy by the insurer shall be delivered to the City no
less than ten (10) days in advance of the effective date.
5. No portion of the Lessee's fixtures shall extend beyond the boundaries of the City-leased premises;
this shall be construed to include planters, host podiums, umbrellas while closed or open, any type of lighting
fixtures, and any other fixtures of the Lessee. Flowerpots are to be attached to the inside of the fence.
6. Rules of outside dining:
o Horizontal clear area for pedestrian travel is a minimum of eight (8) feet; this clear area will
be marked by the Clerk’s department and must be adhered to. Furniture, planters, decor, or
other items placed in leased premises by the Lessee may not impact the horizontal clear area
and must be removed or repositioned by the Lessee at the request of City staff.
o Vertical clear area for pedestrian travel is a minimum of seven (7) feet from the sidewalk to
the bottom of the lowest feature in the right of way, including umbrellas, awnings, flower
baskets, or other fixtures.
o Amplified music levels may not exceed sixty-five (65) decibels between 7AM and 11PM per
City of Aspen code chapter 18.04.
o Permanent structures are not permitted, unless allowed by the City Manager. Temporary
structures, such as decks, may be installed on the leased premises with the consent of the
City Manager and for the duration of the lease only. Building permits and associated
inspections may be required; contact builderoftheday@gmail.com to inquire about the
necessity of a permit before installation. Structures may not be attached to trees. No
tripping hazards, including extension cords, shall be placed across the public right-of-way.
o The outside area of the leased premises must be defined by features such as planters,
flower boxes, fencing, etc. Features used to define the leased area must measure between
twenty-four (24) and forty-two (42) inches in height.
o Exterior lighting on leased premises is subject to City of Aspen code Chapter 26.512.
Shielded festoon (café-style) lighting is permitted at a maximum height of twelve (12) feet
and must be turned off nightly within one (1) hour of the closing time of the business.
Blinking and neon-appearing lights are not permitted; other prohibitions may be referenced
in 26.512.060(c).
o Portable wait stations, defined as areas for the storage of service items, i.e. silverware and
water pitchers, are permitted within leased premises.
o Wait stations must be taken in at night for wildlife protection; Wait station must comply with
Colorado retail food regulations.
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o No food preparation in leased premises.
o Trash receptacles are to be taken in at night.
o NO dumping of drinks in the leased premise, City right of way, or ANY adjacent public or
private property.
o Do not use grass areas as ingress and egress for your leased space.
o Portable gas heaters cannot be located beneath, or closer than 5 feet to combustible
decorations, combustible overhangs, awnings, sunshades, or similar combustible
materials. This includes trees and other vegetation.
o Portable gas-fired heaters cannot be located any closer than 5 feet to buildings.
o Portable gas-fired heaters cannot be located within 5 feet of exits or exit paths. A safer,
recommended alternative to gas-fired heaters are infrared patio heaters or directly
connected natural gas heaters.
o If you are issued two infractions your mall lease will be revoked without a refund.
7. One (1) sign box containing a menu and measuring no more than four (4) square feet is permitted in
the leased premises. Sign box must be attached to a hostess station, fencing, or otherwise. The sign box must
be submitted as a part of the lease application. Contact planneroftheday@gmail.com if any other signs are
proposed.
8. Umbrellas and canopies are allowed in leased premises provided they comply with the following
requirements:
a) Signage: Text and/or logos are not permitted. A sign permit must be applied for if text and/or logos
are desired on umbrellas or canopies. Visit https://www.aspen.gov/1577/Permits to apply.
b) Sides: Sides are not permitted without consent from the Community Development Director. A
“side” includes any type of material that encloses, shuts off, or acts as a barrier for the space.
c) Height: The lowest point of any umbrella or canopy must measure at least seven (7) feet from the
sidewalk or walking surface to maintain pedestrian safety.
9. Lessee agrees to permit agents of the City to enter upon the premises at any time to inspect and make
any necessary repairs or alterations to the sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets, utility poles, or other public facilities
as the City may deem necessary or proper for the safety, improvement, maintenance or preservation thereof.
Lessee further agrees that if the City of Aspen shall determine to make major structural changes to city property
which may affect any structures placed within the city property by the Lessee that the Lessee, by execution of
this agreement, hereby waives any and all right make any claim for damages to the improvements (or to its
leasehold interest) and agrees to remove any structures necessary during such construction periods. City agrees
to rebate all rents in the event it undertakes major structural changes to city property during the lease period.
10. The City of Aspen by this demise hereby conveys no rights or interest in the public way except the
right to the uses on such terms and conditions as are above described and retains all title thereto.
11. Lessee agrees not to sublet any portion of the leased premises or to assign the lease.
12. Lessee hereby affirms that Lessee is the owner and/or lessee of the abutting property and agrees that
on sale or other transfer of such ownership interest, Lessee will so notify the City of the transfer in interest, and
all right and interest under this lease shall terminate.
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13. Lessee agrees to surrender and deliver up the possession of the leased premises promptly upon the
expiration of this lease, or upon 5 days' written notice in the case of the termination of this lease by City by
reason of a breach in any provisions hereof.
14. If legal action is taken by either party hereto to enforce any of the provisions of this lease, the prevailing
party in any legal action shall be entitled to recover from the other party all its cost, including reasonable
attorney’s fees.
15. It is further agreed that no assent, expressed or implied, to any breach of any one or more of the
covenants or agreements herein shall be deemed or taken to be a waiver of any succeeding or any other breach.
16. Lessee agrees to comply with all laws, ordinances, rules and regulations that may pertain or apply to
the leased premises and its use. In performing under the lease, Lessee shall not discriminate against any worker,
employee or job applicant, or any member of the public because of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry,
national origin, sex, age, marital status, physical handicap, status or sexual orientation, family responsibility or
political affiliation, or otherwise commit an unfair employment practice.
17. Lessee and City agree that all correspondence concerning the Lease shall be in writing, and either hand
delivered or mailed by first class certified mail to the following parties:
City of Aspen
City Clerk
427 Rio Grande Place
Aspen, CO 81611
18. Within the Commercial Core all outdoor dining areas shall demonstrate that:
The horizontal clear area for pedestrian
travel is a minimum of eight (8) feet in
width. This measurement is to be taken
from the edge of the encroachment to the
edge of the walking surface. The walking
surface must be solely within the City
Right of Way and shall not include
landscape areas, metal tree grates, or other
areas that are accessory to the sidewalk
area.
The vertical clear area for pedestrian travel
is a minimum of seven (7) feet in height.
This measurement will be taken from the
natural grade (sidewalk) to the base of the
lowest feature that penetrates the City of
Aspen Right of Way. This shall include
awnings, flower baskets, or other signage
that may penetrate the Right of Way.
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If leased space is adjacent to an accessible
parallel parking space, the center fifty (50)
percent of the length of the sidewalk or
surface adjacent the parking space shall be
free of obstructions per US Access Board
Public Right-of-Way Accessibility
Guidelines.
19. If alcohol is intended to be served within the outdoor dining area, the Lessee must clearly state this
intent and shall define the area which will be used to serve patrons alcohol on City property. In addition,
the Lessee must obtain the appropriate Temporary Modification of Premises for their liquor license.
20. Lessee shall provide diagram including umbrella width, layout of tables and wait stations, bar and exact
dimensions of the space. Diagram must include the façade of the building and ALL entrances to the outdoor
dining area. Refer to example on Exhibit A.
21. Lessee shall submit a new diagram and photos of the proposed furniture, fixtures and lighting to the
City Clerk’s office each year as part of the application packet. A diagram of the premises is the subject of the
agreement including umbrella width, layout of tables and wait stations, bar and exact dimension shall be
attached hereto and made a part of the Restaurant Encroachment and/or City Property Lease Agreement. The
diagram must reflect and the use of the premises that is the subject of the agreement must comply with all
building and applicable codes, including but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), to the
extent required by law.
22. Penalty enforced on an individual basis and may result in revocation of lease and future participation.
City of Aspen CITY OF ASPEN, COLORADO
427 Rio Grande Place
Aspen, Colorado 81611
By
City Manager
Lessee Printed Name Lessee Signature
EXAMPLE: The mall lease fee for 2026 is $5.00 per square foot.
Calculation:
$5.00 x 855 sq.ft. = $4,275.00 x 12 = $51,300.00 / 365 = $140.55 a day x 122 days
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Instruction Sheet for Permit Application and Report of Changes
For All Sections, Complete Questions on Page 2
Section A
To Register or Change Managers, check the appropriate box in section A and complete question 10
on page 6. Proceed to the Oath of Applicant for signature. Submit to State Licensing
Authority for approval.
Section B
For a Duplicate license, be sure to include the liquor license number in section B on page 1 and
proceed to page 8 for Oath of Applicant signature.
Section C
Check the appropriate box in section C
and proceed below.
For a Retail Warehouse Storage Permit, go to
page 4 complete questions in the section (be
sure to check the appropriate box). Submit the
necessary information and proceed to page 8
for Oath of Applicant signature. Submit to the
State Licensing Authority for approval.
For a Wholesale Branch House Permit, go
to page 4 and complete questions in the
section (be sure to check the appropriate
box). Submit the necessary information and
proceed to page 8 for Oath of Applicant
signature. Submit to the State Licensing
Authority for approval.
To Change Trade Name or Corporation
Name, go to page 4 and complete
questions in the section (be sure to check
the appropriate box). Submit the necessary
information and proceed to page 8 for Oath
of Applicant signature. Retail Liquor License
submit to the Local Liquor Licensing Authority
(City or County). Manufacturer, Wholesaler and
Importer’s Liquor Licenses submit to the State
Liquor Licensing Authority.
To modify Premises, or add Sidewalk
Service Area, go to page 7 and complete
all questions. Submit the necessary information
and proceed to page 8 for Oath of Applicant
signature. Retail Liquor License submit to
the Local Liquor Licensing Authority (City
or County). Manufacturer, Wholesaler and
Importer’s Liquor Licenses submit to the State
Liquor Licensing Authority.
For Optional Premises go to page 7 and
complete all questions. Submit the necessary
information and proceed to page 8 for
Oath of Applicant signature. Retail Liquor
License submit to the Local Liquor Licensing
Authority (City or County).
To Change Location, go to page 5 and
complete questions in the section. Submit
the necessary information and proceed to
page 8 for Oath of Applicant signature.
Retail Liquor License submit permit application
or report of change to the Local Liquor Licensing
Authority (City or County). Manufacturer,
Wholesaler and Importer’s Liquor Licenses
submit to the State Liquor Licensing Authority.
Noncontiguous or Primary Manufacturing
Location Change, go to page 6, and
complete questions in the section. Use this
section to make a current Noncontiguous
Manufacturing Location into a Primary
Manufacturing Location, or a Primary
Manufacturing Location into a Noncontiguous
Manufacturing Location. To be eligible for a
Noncontiguous or Primary Manufacturing
Location Change, you must be a Colorado state
licensed manufacturer pursuant to section 44-3-
402 or 44-3-403, C.R.S.
Campus Liquor Complex Designation, go to
page 8 and complete questions in the section.
Submit the necessary information and proceed
to page 8 for Oath of Applicant signature.
To add another Related Facility to an existing
Resort or Campus Liquor Complex, go to
page 8 and complete questions in the section.
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DR 8442 (05/06/25)
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Liquor Enforcement Division
PO BOX 17087
Denver CO 80217-0087
(303) 205-2300 Permit Application and Report of Changes
All Answers Must Be Printed in Black Ink or Typewritten
Applicant is a Corporation Individual Partnership Limited Liability Company
License Number
Name of Licensee
Trade Name of Establishment (DBA)
Address of Premises (specify exact location of premises)
City County State ZIP Code
Business Email Address Business Phone Number
Select the Appropriate Section Below and Reference the Instructions on Page 1.
Section A – Manager
Manager's Registration (Hotel & Restaurant) $30.00
Manager's Registration (Tavern) $30.00
Manager's Registration (Lodging Facility) $30.00
Manager’s Registration (Entertainment Facility) $30.00
Change of Manager (Other Licenses pursuant to section 44-3-301(8), C.R.S.) No Fee
Please note that Manager's Registration for Hotel & Restaurant, Lodging Facility, Entertainment
Facility, and Tavern licenses requires a local fee with submission to the local licensing authority as
well. Please reach out to local licensing authorities directly regarding local processing and fees.
Section B – Duplicate License
Duplicate License $50.00
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Section C
Retail Warehouse Storage Permit (each) $100.00
Wholesale Branch House Permit (each) $100.00
Change Corporation or Trade Name Permit (each) $50.00
Change Location Permit (each) $150.00
Noncontiguous or Primary Manufacturing Location Change $150.00
Change, Alter or Modify Premises $150.00 x Total Fee:
Addition of Optional Premises to
Existing Hotel/Restaurant $100.00 x Total Fee:
Addition of Related Facility to an Existing
Resort or Campus Liquor Complex $160.00 x Total Fee:
Campus Liquor Complex Designation No Fee
Sidewalk Service Area $75.00
Do Not Write in This Space – For Department of Revenue Use Only
Date License Issued License Account Number Period
The State may convert your check to a one time electronic banking transaction. Your bank account may be debited as early as
the same day received by the State. If converted, your check will not be returned. If your check is rejected due to insufficient or
uncollected funds, the Department of Revenue may collect the payment amount directly from your bank account electronically.
Total Amount Due $.00
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Storage Permit
Retail Warehouse Storage Permit or a Wholesalers Branch House Permit
Retail Warehouse Permit for:
On–Premises Licensee (Taverns, Restaurants etc.)
Off–Premises Licensee (Liquor stores)
Wholesalers Branch House Permit
Address of Storage Premises
City County ZIP Code
Attach a deed/lease or rental agreement for the storage premises.
Attach a detailed diagram of the storage premises.
Change Trade Name or Corporate Name
Change of Trade Name/DBA only
Corporate Name Change (Attach the following supporting documents)
1. Certificate of Amendment filed with the Secretary of State, or
2. Statement of Change filed with the Secretary of State, and
3. Minutes of Corporate meeting, Limited Liability Members meeting, Partnership agreement.
Old Trade Name
New Trade Name
Old Corporate Name
New Corporate Name
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Change of Location
Note to Retail Licensees: An application to change location has a local application fee of $750
payable to your local licensing authority. You may only change location within the same jurisdiction as
the original license that was issued. Pursuant to 44-3-311(1) C.R.S. Your application must be on file
with the local authority thirty (30) days before a public hearing can be held.
Date filed with Local Authority Date of Hearing
Address of current premises.
Address
City County ZIP Code
Address of proposed New Premises
(Attach copy of the deed or lease that establishes possession of the premises by the licensee)
Address
City County ZIP Code
New mailing address if applicable.
Address
City County State ZIP Code
Attach detailed diagram of the premises showing where the alcohol beverages will be stored,
served, possessed or consumed. Include kitchen area(s) for hotel and restaurants.
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Noncontiguous or Primary Manufacturing Location Change
Select the option that applies to your situation:
Make a current Primary Manufacturing Location (Location 1) into a Noncontiguous Location
(Location 2); or
Make a current Noncontiguous Manufacturing Location (Location 1) into a Primary
Manufacturing Location (Location 2).
Address of Location 1:
Address
City County ZIP Code
Address of Location 2:
Address
City County ZIP Code
Change of Manager
Change of Manager or to Register the Manager of a Tavern, Hotel and Restaurant, Lodging Facility
and Entertainment Facility liquor license or licenses pursuant to section 44-3-301(8), C.R.S.
Change of Manager
Former Manager’s Name
New Manager’s Name
Date of Employment
Has manager ever managed a liquor licensed establishment? Yes No
Does manager have a financial interest in any other liquor
licensed establishment? Yes No
If yes, give name and location of establishment
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Modify Premises or Addition of Optional Premises, Related Facility, or Sidewalk Service Area
Note: Licensees may not modify or add to their licensed premises until approved by state and
local authorities.
(a) Describe change proposed
(b) If the modification is temporary, when will the proposed change:
Start (month/day/year)End (month/day/year)
Note: The total state fee for temporary modification is $300.00
(c) Will the proposed change result in the licensed premises now being located
within 500 feet of any public or private school that meets compulsory
education requirements of Colorado law, or the principal campus of any
college, university or seminary?
(If yes, explain in detail and describe any exemptions that apply)
Yes No
(d) Is the proposed change in compliance with local building and zoning laws? Yes No
(e) If this modification is for an additional Hotel and Restaurant Optional Premises
has the local authority authorized by resolution or ordinance the issuance of
optional premises? Yes No
(f) Attach a diagram of the current licensed premises and a diagram of the proposed changes for the
licensed premises.
(g) Attach any existing lease that is revised due to the modification.
(h) For the addition of a Sidewalk Service Area per Regulation 47-302(A)(4), 1 C.C.R. 203-2,
include documentation received from the local governing body authorizing use of the sidewalk.
Documentation may include but is not limited to a statement of use, permit, easement, or other
legal permissions.
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Campus Liquor Complex Designation
An institution of higher education or a person who contracts with the institution to provide food services
I wish to designate my existing:
Liquor License Type Liquor License Number
to a Campus Liquor Complex Yes No
Additional Related Facility
To add a Related Facility to an existing Resort or Campus Liquor Complex, include the name of the
Related Facility and include the address and an outlined drawing of the Related Facility Premises.
Address of Related Facility
Address
City State ZIP Code
Outlined diagram provided Yes No
Oath of Applicant
I declare under penalty of perjury in the second degree that I have read the foregoing application and all
attachments thereto, and that all information therein is true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Print Name Title
Electronic signature is not accepted, physical signature is required. Date (MM/DD/YY)
Report and Approval of Local Licensing Authority (City / County)
The foregoing application has been examined and the premises, business conducted and character of
the applicant is satisfactory, and we do report that such permit, if granted, will comply with the applicable
provisions of Title 44, Articles 4 and 3, C.R.S., as amended. Therefore, This Application is Approved.
Local Licensing Authority (City or County)Date filed with Local Authority
Signature Title Date (MM/DD/YY)
Report of State Licensing Authority
The foregoing has been examined and complies with the filing requirements of Title 44, Article 3,
C.R.S., as amended.
Electronic signature is not accepted, physical signature is required. Title Date (MM/DD/YY)
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