Controlled County: Montgomery County operates under a controlled system, meaning that the county government manages the distribution and sale of alcoholic beverages. This results in several unique characteristics:

• All alcohol retail sales, including package stores and restaurants, are operated by the Montgomery County Department of Liquor Control (DLC).
• Private licenses for the sale of alcohol are generally limited to restaurants and certain private clubs.
• License Types: Montgomery County’s alcohol licenses are typically categorized as either “on  premises” (e.g., for restaurants) or “off  premises” (e.g., for package stores). Specific license types are further categorized based on the type of alcohol they permit.  Montgomery County typically offers the following types of alcohol licenses:
• On  Premises Licenses: These licenses are for establishments where alcoholic beverages are consumed on the premises. They may include Class A licenses for restaurants and Class B licenses for bars and taverns.
• Off  Premises Licenses: These licenses allow businesses to sell alcoholic beverages for off  site consumption, such as package stores or liquor stores.
• On  Premises Beer/Wine Licenses: These licenses specifically permit the sale of beer and wine for on  site consumption at restaurants, cafes, and similar establishments.
• Off  Premises Beer/Wine Licenses: These licenses allow businesses to sell beer and wine for off  site consumption, typically at grocery stores, convenience stores, and similar retailers.
• Class D (Craft Distillery License): This license is for the production and sale of distilled spirits produced on  site at a craft distillery.
• License Renewal and Compliance: Businesses with alcohol licenses in Montgomery County must comply with DLC regulations, including licensing renewals, training requirements, and inspections.