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Any business that sells beer or wine within the Raleigh City limits must obtain a Beer/Wine License before selling any alcoholic beverages.
- Businesses must FIRST obtain temporary ABC permits from the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission.
- Beer/Wine Licenses must be renewed before April 30 each year.
- Be sure to contact the Planning and Development Department at 919-996-2495 to ensure that the sale of alcoholic beverages is allowed at your business location.
- For one-time alcohol permits, refer to Special One-Time Alcohol Permit for Special Events.
Please Note: beginning with the 2024/25 license renewal period, all applications and renewals will be processed online, and paper applications will no longer be accepted. All existing and new licensees will be required to create an online account AND apply for a Beer/Wine license for each business location. Please see the instructions below for how to log in to the Raleigh Permit and Development Portal and create the Beer/Wine account.
If you have any questions, contact Revenue Services at: RevenueServices@Raleighnc.gov or 919-996-3200
How to Apply
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Register for your portal account | Register or login to your Permit and Development Portal account. |
| 2. Apply for beer/wine license | Apply for Beer/Wine license for each business location. |
| 3. City review and notification | Once the application is submitted and the fee is paid, the City will review submissions and reach out with any comments or questions. Upon approval, the City will issue your license and notify the applicant that the license is available on the portal for printing and posting at the business location. |
How to Renew Existing Beer/Wine Licenses
Note: existing beer/wine licenses expire on April 30 each year
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| Login to your Permit and Development Portal account. Registration FAQs |
| 2. Renew your beer/wine license | Renew your Beer/Wine License for each business location. |
| 3. Pay fee and print certificate | Once the renewal is submitted and the fee is paid, you will receive an email within 2 business days confirming the renewal. A license certificate will then be available on the portal for printing and posting at the business location. |
