Liquor Licenses 

A retail liquor license is required to sell or give away liquor.

Under 21

General Facts About Liquor Licenses 

  • All initial inquiries about liquor licenses should be made to the Village Clerk's Office at (630) 719-4712.
  • There are eight classifications of licenses.  These classifications are based on how you wish to distribute liquor (e.g. daily, restaurant, retail etc.).
  • The application fee for a liquor license ranges from $25 to $4,000 depending on the classification of license issued.
  • All liquor license, except daily temporary licenses, are valid for a period of one calendar year.  Annual renewal of liquor licenses are due before May 1st.
  • Criminal background checks are conducted on all applicants.
  • State law requires persons selling, serving or dispensing liquor to be at least 21 years of age.
  • The Liquor Commissioner has the final authority on issuance of licenses.

For additional information, contact the Village Clerk's Office at (630) 719-4712.