What is the process for obtaining a conditional use permit?
  1. Staff takes in the alcohol related uses application and charges appropriate fees
  2. Staff reviews the application and makes a completion determination (about 30 days). If the application is deemed complete, Staff will notify you via an incompleteness letter detailing the additional information required to continue processing the application.
  3. Staff then schedules an applicant interview with City Staff (within 60 days of receipt of a complete application). 
  4. Staff writes the staff report and schedules the application for a public hearing, if required. (30-60 days)

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1. What kind of permit do I need to sell alcohol?
2. I want to sell alcohol at my business. What should I do first?
3. What documentation is required to submit a conditional use permit application?
4. What is the process for obtaining a conditional use permit?
5. Do I need to obtain a conditional use permit with the City of Watsonville if I am transferring an existing ABC license to new ownership?
6. Do I need to obtain a conditional use permit with the City of Watsonville if I am changing the license type (I currently have a Type 20 ABC License and want a Type 21 ABC License)?
7. Is the City's conditional use permit to allow for the alcohol sales process the same as obtaining an alcohol license from ABC?
8. If I obtained a No-Fee Use Permit from the City of Watsonville and I sell my business, will the new owner have to obtain a conditional use permit?
9. Is there a time limit on a conditional use permit allowing for the sale of alcohol?
10. Does the City of Watsonville have separation requirements for alcohol licenses?