Licensing Overview

As of October 1, 2020, the Macon-Bibb Tax Commissioner’s Office assumed the responsibilities for the processing of initial and renewal applications for alcohol licenses. BusinessDevelopment Services continued processing new business licenses through December 31, 2020. As of January 1, 2021, the Tax Commissioner’s Office will be responsible for alcohol, business and privilege licensing, completing the transfer of all duties from BDS to this office. The Tax Commissioner is pleased to announce the implementation of an electronic application that will streamline the process for business owners. While this initial cycle will entail collecting data from all license holders, to ensure accuracy, subsequent renewal cycles will be less cumbersome as license holders will merely access their data previously entered to complete renewals, provided there have been no changes.

Telephone number: 478-621-6500

Email address: tbattle@maconbibb.us

Online Applications

Should you wish to apply for initial license or renewal, please consider our online option. As Covid-19 cases continue to be of concern, this option will allow you to submit your documents and fees while limiting physical interaction. Online applications are available for the following:

• Initial and Renewals for Alcohol Handler
• Initial and Renewals for General Business License
• Initial Privilege License (Online renewals coming soon)
• Initial Alcohol Manufacturers and Distributors

Please note that all online applications require the uploading of a supplemental packet and supporting documents. Please click on the appropriate supplement packet and print for completion and upload before beginning the online process. To begin the online application process, please visit https://maconbibb-ga.mylicenseone.com

If you wish to apply for an Initial Alcohol Beverage (Retail Only) please see the following:

Due to a legislative change by the Georgia General Assembly, all entities applying for an alcohol beverage license for Consumed On Premises Packaged to Go, or Special Events, MUST submit an initial application through the Georgia Tax Center by visiting https://dor.georgia.gov/alcohol-tobacco starting January 12, 2022. Once you complete the submission through the State’s website, please visit:

https://www.maconbibbtax.us/alcohol-and-business.html

From this page, you will access both our local online portal as well as the supplement packet for submission.

Local Application Portal:
https://maconbibb-ga.mylicenseone.com
If you have not created a user ID and password for this portal, please do so.
We will not process your local license until we receive confirmation that you have applied via the State’s ALP. Once you apply there, your application will enter into our ALP queue and we will verify that you have submitted your application through our local portal. Your application will go through the local approval process and, once we receive a final approval, we will upload your license in the ALP so the State can move forward with its processing. If your application is denied, we will enter that information in the ALP.

Supplemental Packets
Alcohol Beverage Supplemental Packet
Please upload these documents, once completed, through the online portal for Macon-Bibb at: https://maconbibb-ga.mylicenseone.com
Please do not submit this in the State’s ALP as this will be a duplication of efforts. We will review these documents through our local portal.

Fee Schedule
The fee schedule is provide on our website at: Fee Schedule

Form Applications

Printable Supplemental Packets for On-line Applications

• Alcohol Beverage Supplemental Packet *Please see information regarding Fingerprinting below
• Alcohol Beverage Renewal Supplemental Packet
• Alcohol Beverage Initial Supplemental Packet
• Alcohol Handler's Supplemental Packet
• Alcohol Handler's Renewal Supplemental Packet
• Alcohol Handler's Initial Supplemental Packet
• Change of Agent Supplemental Packet
• General Business License Supplemental Packet
• General Business License Renewal Supplemental Packet
• Billiard Pool Hall Supplemental Packet
• Dance Hall Supplemental Packet
• Door-to-Door Supplemental Packet
• Fortune Teller Initial Supplemental Packet
• Fortune Teller Renewal Supplemental Packet
• Massage Therapist Parlor Supplemental Packet
• Pawn Broker Application Supplemental Packet
• Precious Metals and Gems Supplemental Packet
• Short-Term Vacation Rental Application Supplemental Packet
• Sidewalk Food Vendor Application Supplemental Packet
• Special Event Supplement Packet

Printable Applications for Mail-In Submission

* Should you wish to drop off your application in person, you may do so Tuesdays through Friday only. Please ensure that your application is complete with the supporting documents to avoid delays. We will process your application in the order in which it is received and mail you a copy of the license once issued.

• Alcohol Beverage License Application *Please see information regarding Fingerprinting below
• Alcohol Beverage License Renewal Application
• Alcohol Beverage License Initial Application
• Alcohol Beverage Transfer Application
• Alcohol Handler's License Application
• Alcohol Handler's License Renewal Application
• Alcohol Handler's License Initial Application
• Bail Bonding Application
• Business Closure Form
• Change of Agent Application
• Change of Business Name Information
• Commercial Indoor Shooting Range Application
• General Business License Application
• General Business License Renewal Application
• Billiard Pool Hall Application
• Dance Hall Application
• Door-to-Door Application
• Fortune Teller Application
• Massage Therapist Parlor Application
• Pawn Broker Application
• Precious Metals and Gems Application
• Security Camera Compliance Verification Application
• Short-Term Vacation Rental Application
• Sidewalk Food Vendor Application
• Special Event Application
• Sunday Sale CPA Certification Form
• Sunday Sales Permit Application
• Sunday Sales Renewal Application
• Insurance Agency Application
• Transient Merchant Permit

At this juncture, the following applications are ONLY available for mail-in or in-person submission. Please print, complete and submit. We are working on an online option for all applications and will provide updates on the websites once additional applications become available.

• Home Brew Special Event Application
• Wine Tasting Application

Fingerprinting Process

Please visit https://fieldprintgeorgia.com/ to register for fingerprinting as the state has engaged a new vendor.

Please see the following for information on the new system:

• Video Demo on Registration Process
• Fieldprint User Guide

FAQs

May I submit an initial or renewal application for my general business license at the Tax Commissioner’s Office?

Applications for business and privilege licenses will be processed through the Tax Commissioner’s Office after January 1, 2021. Applications may be submitted online or by paper.

How do I submit an initial alcohol application for Consumed-On-Premises, Packaged-to-Go and Special Events?

As of January 12, 2022, you MUST initiate your application through the Georgia Tax Center at Alcohol & Tobacco | Georgia Department of Revenue. Please see additional instructions for the local license attached here:
Instructions for Local License
Instructions for Renewal of Local License

What is a S.A.V.E. Affidavit and why must I complete it?

This affidavit is a legal requirement that requires information regarding citizenship or proof of lawful presence. A Secure and Verifiable Document (SVDS) must be submitted with the completed and notarized affidavit. More on SVDS

What are the fees associated with alcohol licenses?

Fee Schedules

What are the different types of alcohol license designations?

Please see the definitions included in the Code of Ordinances.

Alcohol Code

What is the contact information for the agencies from which I may need additional documentation?

If my application is denied, am I entitled to a refund?

Application fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

Who do I call to schedule an appointment to have an inspection done on my security camera system?

Please call the Macon-Bibb County Sheriff’s Outreach Section at 478-803-2710.

I understand there are limitations to hours of operation for Vice Marts and Food Marts. What are they?

These types of entities are required to be closed from 11:00 pm until 6 am. Please see the Ordinance addressing this in its entirety linked here: Ordinance for Vice Marts and Food Marts