The application process for the 2025-2026 liquor licensing period is now available to the public.
Businesses and individuals interested in applying for a new license, or renewing their current license, can access the application on the board’s webpage at https://talbotcountymd.gov/liquorboard.
All applications must be completed and submitted by the deadline of Monday, March 31, 2025. Applicants are encouraged to review the application requirements and guidelines thoroughly to ensure compliance with local and State regulations.
In addition, in accordance with Talbot County Code, Article 2 – Alcoholic Beverages, “Renewal licenses shall be administratively approved without a hearing before the Board, unless a protest signed by not less than ten (10) residents or property owners in the voting district in which the place of business is located has been filed against the granting of a renewal license at least thirty (30) days before the expiration of the license for which renewal is sought.” All protests for this license year must be filed on or before March 30, 2025. In the event a protest is filed, it shall be heard and determined as in the case of an original application.
All 2024-2025 alcoholic beverage licenses expire on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. The new license must be posted in the business by May 1, 2025.
“Our goal is to provide a streamlined and transparent process for applicants,” said Victoria Bradley, Secretary for the Liquor Board. “We’re here to assist individuals and businesses in navigating the application process successfully.”
For questions or additional assistance, applicants can contact the Talbot County Liquor Board office at 410-770-8019 or via email at [email protected]. The office is open from 8:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday
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