Overview
This annual license allows a liquor licensee to sell or serve intoxicating liquors in areas outside the building structure on private property which are immediately adjacent to and contiguous with the structure containing the licensed premises. Property which is not connected to the licensed premises cannot be used as an outside service area if it is located across a right of way such as a street or alley. Such outside service areas shall be seasonal and shall not involve an enlargement of the building structure. If you have questions, please contact DSI at 651-266-8989, or email the DSI Message Center.
Code Requirements
See Chapter 409.06 (g) of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for information about Liquor - Outdoor Service Area (Seasonal outside service areas).
Application Requirements
This license can only be issued alongside a new or existing Liquor On-Sale License.
Apply online at PAULIE* using the Liquor-On Sale license application.
- Information needed for your online application:
- Class N License District Council Form
- The city will provide a notice of 15 days prior to all residents within 350 feet.
- A Noise Variance may be required (Chapter 293 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code). Contact Environmental Health at 651-266-8989.
- A Service Availability Charge (SAC) determination letter from the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) is necessary if the outdoor patio space is not preexisting and/or if being expanded.
- Site and Floor Plan
- Fillable PDFs for your online application:
Inspections
This license requires inspection approvals from the Minnesota Department of Health (651-201-4500) and Licensing (651-266-8989).
Fees
See Fee Table for current License fees
Expiration/Renewal
This Liquor-Outdoor Service Area license is required to be renewed every year.