Florida alcohol license types

In Florida, there are about thirty types of licenses and permits related to the sale of liquor. The state allows wine and beer to be sold in retail stores, supermarkets and convenience gas stations, and there is no limit on the number of licenses issued. The type of license issued varies depending on what type of alcohol is sold and whether alcohol will be consumed off-site or on-premise. The 4COP license is one type of license, which lounges, bars and restaurants can apply for if they wish to sell spirits in addition to wine and beer. This 4COP/3PS license is also required for the sale of liquor for off-site consumption. Population numbers govern the number of liquor licenses available for issue. It is necessary to obtain a liquor license before opening a business and this can be difficult, expensive and time consuming. Florida holds an annual ballot for awarding licenses referred to as the Liquor License Lottery. In Florida, there are three types of entities which can apply for the 11PA liquor license. Live Performance Theaters and symphony orchestras providing live performances may apply for the 11PA license. This license allows state registered non-profit organizations to serve alcohol, and liquor to be consumed only on-premises only. Performance art centers can also obtain the 11PA type license for receptions and banquets. Florida permits specific common carriers to obtain a liquor license. Cruise ships with minimum capacity of 75 persons are eligible for a common carrier liquor license. Airplane, bus and steamship companies can also apply for common carrier licenses and can sell liquor for consumption only on board a ship, or in airport lounges, and only to individuals who hold a ticket on an airplane which is scheduled to depart in 25 hours or less. Florida golf clubs can obtain one of three different liquor licenses. A golf club which owns a minimum of 35 acres and is comprised of a locker room, club house and minimum of 9 holes can acquire the 11CG liquor license that allows the club to sell liquor to club members and non resident guests only. The 11CX type license is needed if the; golf course intends to provide liquor at portable stands on club property. Once per year, a golf club is allowed a temporary permit to sell alcohol to those who are not club members. This permit is called a NMSP (Non member sales permit) and is valid for 8 consecutive days.