Pomona Liquor Licenses

Obtain the zoning clearance for the business use

Pomona’s planning guidance states that Planning must issue a zoning clearance before a business license is obtained. Its applications page provides Conditional Uses materials for CUP projects. Begin with the proposed land use and premises address instead of assuming that a state license resolves the local business approval.

Review the purchase and operating plan

For a buyer, request the seller’s local entitlement and approved layout, then list the changes you intend to make. A retail store with take-home alcohol sales and a restaurant serving drinks have different operating descriptions. Present the actual model to Planning and coordinate outstanding approvals with the purchase schedule.

Questions for your Pomona project

• Has Planning confirmed the use is legally permitted?
• Is a conditional-use application needed?
• What must be cleared before the business license is issued?

Match the state license to the business

California ABC issues the state license. Type 41 is for beer-and-wine eating places; Type 47 is for general eating places. Type 48 is for general public premises, where food service is not required and minors generally cannot enter and remain. Off-sale categories address take-home sales. Confirm the appropriate category and conditions for your operation.

Official local resource: Pomona permit and planning guidance. Review California ABC license categories for state privileges.

Discuss your license transaction

Liquor License Brokers can help organize a purchase, sale, or application for your Pomona project. Send the address, business model, and any existing license number through the form below. Specific availability, costs, and approval timing require a review of the actual project.

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