Bill > H3368

This bill authorizes the town of Tyngsborough to grant a specific number of additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages, overriding a general state law (section 17 of chapter 138 of the General Laws) that limits such licenses. Specifically, Tyngsborough can issue 10 more licenses for all alcoholic beverages to be consumed on-site, 2 more for wines and malt beverages to be consumed on-site, and 2 more for all alcoholic beverages not to be consumed on-site. The bill also outlines restrictions for these new licenses, including requirements for location within the town center or specific economic development zones, seating capacity limits, and proximity to certain roads for some licenses, with some licenses being non-transferable for three years. If a license becomes available, the town's licensing authority can grant it to a new applicant who must demonstrate they are in good standing with the state's revenue and unemployment departments.