The local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to grant retail liquor dealer's licenses for the selling at retail of alcoholic liquor. Such license shall be divided into the following classes and none other:
CLASS A-1 which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises where sold when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of a restaurant.
CLASS A-3 which shall permit the retail sale of beer and wine for consumption on the premises when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of a restaurant.
CLASS A-3NB which shall permit the retail sale of beer and wine for consumption on the premises when the business conducted upon said premises is that of a restaurant. Beer and wine shall be served only during the period when patrons of the licensee are offered a complete meal. Beer and wine shall be served only to patrons ordering a meal. Service of beer and wine shall not be made directly to any patron from any type of service counter, but, rather, shall be made by waiters, waitresses, or employees of the licensee to tables or booths where meals are being served only. Bars of any type are prohibited. The service of beer or wine in areas where patrons are waiting to be seated is prohibited.
CLASS A-4 which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises when the business conducted upon said premises is that of a coffeehouse. Alcoholic liquor other than beer and wine shall be served only when mixed with coffee in a single container. Bars of any type are prohibited. The service of alcoholic liquor in areas where patrons are waiting to be seated at a table or booth is prohibited.
CLASS B-1 which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in sealed packages but not for consumption on the premises where sold. Holders of class B-1 licenses shall be permitted to conduct alcoholic liquor sampling or tasting promotions upon the licensed premises; provided, that no charge shall be made therefor.
CLASS B-2 which shall permit the retail sale of beer and wine in sealed packages but not for consumption on the premises where sold. Holders of class B-2 licenses shall be permitted to conduct beer or wine sampling or tasting promotions upon the licensed premises; provided, that no charge shall be made therefor.
CLASS B-3 which shall permit the retail sale of wine in sealed packages but not for consumption on the premises where sold. Holders of class B-3 licenses shall be permitted to conduct wine sampling or tasting upon the licensed premises; provided that no charge shall be made therefor. Not more than six (6) ounces of wine may be served to any one person for consumption on the premises on any given day and such six (6) ounces shall be comprised of not less than six (6) different wines, and no glass shall contain more than one ounce of wine.
CLASS C-1 which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises where sold when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of a restaurant, and shall also permit the retail sale of alcohol in sealed packages but not for consumption on the premises where sold.
CLASS C-2 which shall permit the retail sale of beer and wine for consumption on the premises where sold when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of a restaurant, which shall also permit the retail sale of beer and wine in sealed packages but not for consumption on the premises where sold. (Ord. 2017-15, 4-6-2017)
CLASS C-3 which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises where sold when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of a restaurant and shall also permit the retail sale of beer in sealed packages for consumption off premises and the retail sale of beer tastings for consumption on the premises where sold. Holders of Class C-3 licenses shall be permitted to manufacture and store the manufactured beer on the licensed premises, to operate a taproom to conduct tastings of beer, and make sales of beer manufactured on the premises in sealed casks, kegs, bottles, growlers, or other such properly sealed containers as permitted by law. The Class C-3 license is subject to the following regulations:
A. Tastings are limited to the craft beer manufactured on the premises under this classification and shall be permitted during the authorized hours of business under the following terms:
1. A price may be set for such tastings; and
2. All applicable taxes, including Sales Tax shall be collected and paid on all revenue realized from tastings.
B. Licensee shall maintain accurate records as to the total gallonage of beer manufactured on the premises and the total gallonage of beer manufactured on the premises and sold for consumption off premises. Licensee shall produce said records to the Village of Woodridge upon request.
C. Compliance with all terms and conditions set forth in the definition of this class.
D. Compliance with and adherence to any and all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations. (Ord. 2018-19, 6-28-2018)
CLASS D-1 which shall be a twenty four (24) hour permit allowing the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption only on the premises where sold to be issued to a regularly organized, not for profit or religious organization, or other similar group organized for some purpose or object, other than the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages. The Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall have the authority to waive the Class D-1 license fee, in his or her discretion.
CLASS D-2 which shall be a twenty four (24) hour permit allowing the retail sale of such alcoholic liquor, as may be approved by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, for consumption only on the premises where sold, to be issued for picnics, carnivals, celebrations or other similar functions. The Local Liquor Control Commissioner may impose such other restrictions on said license as he may deem necessary.
CLASS D-3 which shall be valid only for the period beginning on Thanksgiving Day and ending on December 31 in any given calendar year, permitting only the sale of alcoholic liquor as part of gift packages, but not for consumption on the premises. The Class D-3 license is subject to the following restrictions:
A. Class D-3 licenses shall be available solely to Class A-1 licensed premises located at 1001 W. 75th Street, Suite 153 and/or 1001 W. 75th Street, Suite 157.
B. Gift packages must be available as a single unit and contain alcoholic beverage(s) and gift card(s). In addition other nonalcoholic items may be included.
C. All gift card(s) must be redeemable solely with respect to the principal business being conducted at the A-1 licensed premises.
D. All gift packages must be sold at a package price. The package price may be less than the sum of the individual items' retail prices.
E. Licensee accounting records must reflect value being paid for all items in gift packages.
F. No licensee shall give away alcoholic liquor or include alcoholic liquor in gift packages at no cost to promote the sale of a gift package.
G. No licensee shall advertise or promote in any way, whether on or off licensed premises any of the practices prohibited in subsection F of this section, including, but not limited to, advertisements using the words "free" or "complimentary" with alcoholic liquor.
CLASS E-1 which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises where sold when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of a recreational facility. For the purposes of this class license, a "recreational facility" shall be defined as a racquetball club, tennis club, health club, sports complex or bowling alley located in the B-1 or B-2 Business District, wherein at least ninety percent (90%) of the commercial floor area is devoted to recreational purposes other than the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor. No live entertainment shall be permitted at any recreational facility holding a Class E-1 license. (Ord. 2017-15, 4-6-2017)
CLASS E-2 which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises where sold when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of a recreational establishment. For the purposes of this class license, a "recreation establishment" shall be defined as a building or facility designed and equipped for the conduct of sports, leisure time activities and other recreation activities in the B-1 or B-2 Zoning District. The E-2 license is applicable to all other recreation activities not previously covered under the E-1 liquor license classification. (Ord. 2018-45, 11-15-2018)
CLASS E-3 which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises where sold when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of an arts studio where classes are offered to the general public on a periodic basis. The consumption of alcoholic liquor is restricted to the licensed premises and limited to registered patrons assembled on the premises for the purpose of attending an art, crafts, or other class offered by the arts studio while the licensee is conducting such classes. (Ord. 2020-34, 11-24-2020)
CLASS F-1 which shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor in connection with an off site catering business operating within the Village. For purposes of this classification, an "off site catering business" is one which serves food at locations not owned or leased by such catering business. Alcoholic liquor shall only be sold or delivered by the licensee in connection with the catering of foods. In addition to the other requirements of this chapter, a Class F-1 license shall only be issued to persons who can demonstrate that they are operating a bona fide catering business. No Class F-1 license shall serve alcoholic liquor at a single location for more than three (3) consecutive twenty four (24) hour periods.
CLASS G-1 which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises when the business conducted upon said premises is that of a banquet facility. No such license may be granted to or retained by any establishment in which the facilities for food preparation and service are not primarily those of a banquet facility. No such license may be granted to a banquet facility having a gross floor area of less than thirty thousand (30,000) square feet. Alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises may be distributed in bars, lounges, or banquet halls located in the same facility. There shall not be a separate outside entrance directly into any bar or lounge.
CLASS H-1 which shall permit the retail sale of beer in sealed packages for consumption off premises and the retail sale of beer tastings, premixed cocktails, and wine for consumption on the premises where sold. Holders of Class H-1 licenses shall be permitted to manufacture and store the manufactured beer on the licensed premises, to operate a taproom to conduct tastings of beer, host educational classes and contests, and make sales of beer manufactured on the premises in sealed casks, kegs, bottles, growlers, or other such properly sealed containers as permitted by law. The Class H-1 license is subject to the following regulations:
A. Tastings shall be permitted during the authorized hours of business under the following terms:
1. That portion of the licensed premises dedicated to offering tastings shall be segregated from the remainder of the premises;
2. A price may be set for such tastings;
3. All applicable taxes, including sales tax shall be collected and paid on all revenue realized from tastings.
B. Licensee shall maintain accurate records as to the total gallonage of beer manufactured on the premises and the total gallonage of beer manufactured on the premises and sold for consumption off premises. Licensee shall produce said records to the Village of Woodridge upon request.
C. Patrons under twenty one (21) years of age shall be allowed on the premises when accompanied by a person twenty one (21) years of age or older; except, however, classes, seminars, and contests on alcoholic related subjects shall only be open to patrons twenty one (21) years and older. Samples provided for educational purposes or contests must not exceed a total of forty eight (48) ounces in any one day per person.
D. Compliance with all terms and conditions set forth in the definition of this class.
E. Compliance with and adherence to any and all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations. (Ord. 2017-15, 4-6-2017; amd. Ord. 2021-14, 6-3-2021)
CLASS I-1 which shall permit the retail sale of wine in sealed packages for consumption off premises and the retail sale of wine tastings for consumption on the premises where sold where the primary business is that of a winery. Holders of Class I-1 licenses shall be permitted to manufacture and store the manufactured wine on the licensed premises, to operate a tasting room to conduct tastings of wine and make sales of wine manufactured on the premises in sealed bottles or other such properly sealed containers. The Class I-1 license is subject to the following regulations:
A. Tastings are limited to the wine manufactured on the premises under this classification and shall be permitted during the authorized hours of business under the following terms:
1. That portion of the licensed premises dedicated to offering tastings shall be segregated from the remainder of the premises;
2. A price may be set for such tastings;
3. All applicable taxes, including Sales Tax shall be collected and paid on all revenue realized from tastings.
B. Licensee shall maintain accurate records as to the total gallonage of wine manufactured on the premises and the total gallonage of wine manufactured on the premises and sold for consumption off-premises. Licensee shall produce said records to the Village of Woodridge upon request.
C. Patrons under twenty one (21) years of age shall be allowed on the premises when accompanied by a person twenty one (21) years of age or older.
D. Compliance with all terms and conditions set forth in the definition of this class.
E. Compliance with and adherence to any and all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, including, but not limited to procurement of all required Federal and State licenses and permits. (Ord. 2017-33, 7-20-2017)
CLASS M-2 which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises where sold when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of a motion picture theater. The license holder may dispense alcoholic liquor for consumption on premises and offer food items from a fixed concession counter during all hours in which alcoholic liquors are offered for sale. The following regulations further apply to any Class M-2 license holder:
A. Possession and consumption of alcoholic liquor by any person under the age of twenty one (21) is prohibited.
B. Patrons purchasing or possessing alcoholic liquor must be fitted with an identifiable wristband after evidencing they are the age of twenty one (21) or older.
C. The containers in which alcoholic liquors are served must be of a different color, size and design than those in which nonalcoholic beverages are served.
D. No more than two (2) alcoholic liquor drinks may be sold to any patron during any one transaction. This provision shall not prohibit patrons from purchasing alcoholic beverages for other guests that are physically present at the point of sale and present identification confirming they are age twenty one (21) or older.
E. Persons under the age of twenty one (21) shall be permitted on the licensed premises provided the premises is open for the display of motion pictures and service of food and non- alcoholic beverages.
F. Alcoholic liquors may only be consumed within the theater premises as delineated and identified on an approved floor plan and signage will be posted providing notice that patrons may not exit the theater premises with any alcoholic liquors.
G. All employees engaged in the sale and service of alcoholic liquors shall be BASSET certified.
H. Class M-2 licensed premises shall not be open to the public during any time in which theater auditoriums are not utilized for the exhibition of motion pictures as permitted in accordance with the hours as defined in subsection 3-3-16B1 of this chapter. (Ord. 2019-43, 9-19-2019)
CLASS VG (video gaming) which is a supplemental license only, which permits video gaming only in a licensed establishment (as defined in chapter 4, article E of this title) otherwise qualified to hold a video gaming license. Class VG licenses shall only be issued to holders of Class A-1, A-3, or E-1 liquor licenses.
A complete and accurate application to the Village for the issuance of a video gaming license shall be deemed an application for the issuance of a Class VG supplemental license.
Class VG licenses may only be issued to qualified licensed establishments which have continuously operated while holding a Class A-1, A-3, or E-1 liquor license for a period of at least one year prior to the date of application for a Class VG license.
Class VG licenses shall be issued to qualified licensed establishments on a first come basis, based on the date and time of filing a complete and accurate application. In the event any applications are simultaneously filed on the same date and at the same time, priority shall be given based on years of holding a liquor license (most to least).
Class VG licenses shall have the same hours of operation as provided for the underlying liquor license as set forth in subsection 3-3-16B of this chapter.
In the event that a Class VG licensed establishment sells said establishment to another entity, the new establishment will be considered for licensure following the approval and submittal of a valid State license. (Ord. 2017-15, 4-6-2017; amd. Ord. 2020-15, 8-6-2020)