There are three categories of alcoholic beverage licenses issued in the city of Sioux Falls: Retail, Package, and Special Event licenses.
For a retail or package license, you will need to complete the first page of the Checklist for Alcohol License (link below). If you are requesting a one-day license for a special event, do not complete a checklist. Call the Licensing Specialist for more information.
Preliminary Checklist for Alcohol Licensing Process
Fax or email the checklist to the City Licensing Specialist.
Contact Information:Jamie Palmer Licensing Specialist Fax No.: (605) 367-7330 Phone No.: (605) 367-8082
The City Licensing Specialist will route the checklist to the appropriate departments. If it is determined that a Conditional Use Permit is required, Planning will contact you by email or phone to explain that process. If it is determined that you can proceed with the Alcoholic beverage Application, the Licensing Specialist will contact you by email or phone.
Contact Information:Jamie Palmer, Licensing Specialist City Attorney’s Office email: jamie.palmer@siouxfalls.gov Phone: 605-367-8082 Fax: 605-367-7330
Retail Liquor
Retail Liquor Restaurant (specific to restaurants only with restrictions)
Retail (On-Off Sale) Malt Beverage
Retail (On-Off Sale) Wine
Package Liquor
Special 1-day Alcoholic Beverage Application
Special 1-Day Liquor
Special 1-Day Malt Beverage and Wine
Special 1-Day Package Off-Sale Wine
Consume, But Not Sell
License Transfer Information
Affidavit of Bulk Sale
Security Management Plan Information
State Online License Application Form
Ordinance 111 - Alcoholic Beverages