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Local Governments
Information for cities, towns, port authorities, and counties requesting expanded outdoor alcohol service in public spaces

Local governments may request authorization from LCB for expanded outdoor service in public spaces. This can be for a one-time event or for an ongoing authorization through December 31, 2027. The fee for each authorization is $1,700. 

Local governments with populations over 220,000 may request authorization for expanded alcohol service at publicly owned civic campus. The fee for each event is $1,500.

Local governments may also request expanded alcohol service for areas designated as a fan zone for the FIFA World Cup in 2026. The fee for each event is $3,900.

Requirements

Applications for expanded alcohol services must be submitted through the LCB Portal.

A designee for the local government must:

  • Create a Portal account 
  • Provide contact information 
  • Identify the parcel numbers or boundary of the area requested for expanded alcohol services.   

Two documents must be submitted in the Portal:

  • A site map of the specific areas where expanded alcohol services are being requested. 
  • An operating plan that addresses the safe operation of activities. 

More information on how to apply in the LCB Portal can be found here.

 

These alcohol service allowances were authorized through December 31, 2027 by the state Legislature in SSHB 1515. 

For questions, please contact us at ExpandedAlcoholServices@lcb.wa.gov.