Brooklyn Community Board 4 reviews applications for new licenses, alterations, or renewal of existing on-premises licenses.
The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) requires applicants to notify the Community Board at least 30 days before they file an application. Proof of the 30-day notice is to be submitted with the application.
The community board's review procedure begins after it receives a 30-day notification form. Please note the SLA requires the 30-day notice be sent by certified mail return receipt requested, overnight mail with tracking number or personal delivery with proof of receipt.
If the notification is for a new on-premises license application or an existing licensee that intends to alter or upgrade its license, Community Board 4 requires a separate form that must be filled out and submitted to the board to be reviewed by the Permits and Licenses Committee.
Review the CB4 Liquor License Application Form
Applicants will receive notice of the meeting they are being invited to attend and should return the completed questionnaire to the board's district office no later than one week before the meeting date. Applicants that submit the questionnaire on time will be added to the agenda. Late submission or no response will result in another invitation for the applicant to attend the next committee meeting. Failure to appear or respond to the second invitation will result in an unfavorable recommendation. Applicants are encouraged to advise the district office of any changes to their application as soon as possible.
The board’s Permits and Licenses Committee meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 6pm unless otherwise announced. Committee recommendations are referred to the full board for a vote during the regular meeting on the third Wednesday of the month at 6pm, except during the summer recess in July and August. Please check the board's calendar or contact the district office to confirm the next meeting date.
The committee requests all applicants bring 2 copies of the completed questionnaire with the following attachments: