Vermont § 221 - First-class licenses
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 221 — First-class licenses, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 221. First-class licenses
- (a)(1) With the approval of the Board of Liquor and Lottery, the control commissioners may
grant a first-class license to a retail dealer for the premises where the dealer carries
on business if the retail dealer submits an application and pays the fee provided
in section 204 of this title and satisfies the Board that the premises: (A) are leased, rented, or owned by the retail dealer; and (B) are devoted primarily to dispensing meals to the public and have adequate and sanitary
space and equipment for preparing and serving meals, except in the case of clubs or
holders of a manufacturer’s or rectifier’s license. (2) The Board of Liquor and Lottery may grant a first-class license to a boat or railroad
dining car if the person that operates it submits an application and pays the fee
provided in section 204 of this title. (3) The Division shall post notice of pending applications on its website. (b)(1) A first-class license permits the holder to sell malt beverages, vinous beverages,
and ready-to-drink spirits beverages for consumption only on those premises. (2) Except as otherwise provided pursuant to sections 271 and 278 of this title, a first-class license holder shall purchase all malt beverages, vinous beverages,
and ready-to-drink spirits beverages sold pursuant to the license from Vermont wholesale
dealers or packagers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 221
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 221 cover?
Section 221 ("First-class licenses") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 221?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 221 apply to my situation?
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