Licensing
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Liquor Licensing
Licenses or permits for the sale of alcoholic beverages are required in unincorporated Adams County. Colorado liquor and beer retail licenses are issued by both county and state licensing authorities. All license or permit applications must be submitted to Adams County local licensing authority and given approval prior to filing with the State of Colorado Liquor Licensing Division.
Important Forms and Links
Current Adams County Liquor License Holders (as of 10/03/2024)
State of Colorado Liquor Enforcement Division Website
Liquor Licensing Fee Schedule
For additional information regarding each of the topics below, please click on the topic:
New Liquor License
Liquor License Renewal
Transfer of Ownership
Corporate Structure Change
Modification of Premises
Public Dance Hall License
Special Event Permit
Marijuana Licensing
| Type | Business Name | Operating Name | Location | Expiration Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Store | The Green Solution, LLC | The Green Solution, LLC | 6681 Federal Blvd. | 13 Sept. |
| Retail Store | RJJ Adams, LLC | Native Roots North Denver | 620 E. 58th St. | 4 Oct. |
| Retail Store | Lucky Ticket, LLC | Starbuds | 1451 Cortez St., Unit A | 4 Oct. |
| Retail Store | Yuma Way LLC | Berkeley Dispensary | 5398 Sheridan Blvd. | 13 June |
| Retail Store | SL Adams LLC | Snaxland | 6299 Federal Blvd. | 12 June |
| Retail Store | Nebrina Adams County LLC | The Fireplace | 8310 Washington St. | |
| Cultivation | NoBo Denver LLC | NoBo Denver LLC | 6995 Imboden Rd. | 22 July |
| Cultivation | KBA Holdings LLC | 6105 Washington St. | 28 Oct. | |
| Manufacturing | Kebar, LLC | Kebar, LLC | 5955 Washington St. | 11 Sept. |
| Manufacturing | C2CC LLC | Bonanza | 5919 Broadway St. | 8 Sept. |
| Manufacturing | Soiku Bano LLC | Soiku Bano | 6115 Washington St. | 9 Jan. |
Adams County currently allows recreational marijuana facilities only. This includes retail marijuana stores, retail cultivation facilities, marijuana infused product manufacturers (MIPS) and retail marijuana testing facilities. A cap is in place allowing only 17 marijuana establishments within unincorporated Adams County.
Important Forms and Links
Current Adams County Marijuana License Holders (as of 01/01/2023)
State of Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division
Adams County Marijuana Licensing Regulations
Adams County Marijuana Business License Renewal Application
Available License Opportunities
- One (1) Cultivation opportunity available
- Four (4) Hospitality opportunities available
Please begin your process by talking with the Planning and Zoning Department to verify appropriate zoning regulations and the Building Department for your building or Change in Use Permit. Once you have satisfied those department requirements, you can speak with the Licensing Department to apply for your Local license. Contact the E-Permit Center for further details on those points of contact.
Liquor and Marijuana Licensing Authority Board (LMLAB)
Liquor and Marijuana Licensing Authority Board Meetings are held at 6 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month (with exception) at the Adams County Government Center, 4430 South Adams County Parkway, Brighton, CO 80601
Important Links