The process of applying for a liquor license is somewhat complex but can be viewed as four steps. In the Initial Filing, applicants must meet with the ABC in-person and complete the application package, as well as submit other required paperwork. Then, during the Notification Period, the applicant must post the Public Notice of Application on the premises for 30 days to notify the general public of the pending liquor license. The ABC will conduct their Investigation to determine if both the applicant and the premises qualify for the transfer or new license. Once the notification period and investigation are complete, the ABC will conduct their Final Review; if the application package is correct and the investigation was clean, the ABC will issue the permanent license and escrow can complete any remaining tasks and close.