Bill > HB1701

This bill authorizes multiple liquor licensees to operate their separate premises within the same facility, potentially owned by one of the licensees or another party. The legislation amends existing liquor licensing laws to clarify that a liquor license holder can operate out of a premises located on property that includes separate premises of other liquor licensees. The bill specifically allows a facility owner to lease property to multiple liquor licensees without this arrangement impacting the licensees' ownership and control of their individual spaces. The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) may require submission of lease and operating agreements to ensure each licensee maintains independent control of their premises. Each licensee must operate from their own distinct space, and the bill explicitly states that this arrangement does not authorize licensees to engage in activities not permitted by their specific license type. The legislation aims to provide more flexibility for liquor businesses in sharing commercial spaces while maintaining regulatory oversight and individual licensing requirements.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1701&Year=2025&Initiative=false