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1. What is a private club?

A private club is defined as any association, person, firm / corporation, key club, bottle club, locker club, pool club, or any other kind of club or association,excluding the general public from its premises or place of meeting or congregation or operating or exercising control over any other place where persons are permitted to drink alcoholic beverages other than in a private home.

2. Is a permit required for private clubs.

Yes, a specific-use permit is required to operate a private club within the city.

3. Is anyone exempt from acquiring a permit for their private club?

Yes, fraternal and veteran organizations are exempt from private club specific-use permit requirements.

4. Is there a fee for specific-use permits?

A non-refundable fee of $500 shall accompany an application for a specific-use permit for a private club as defined in Section 12.601. A specific use permit for a private club shall be subject to an annual renewal fee of $200.