WHO MUST OBTAIN A BEER & WINE PRIVILEGE LICENSE?
If you operate a business in McDowell County that engages in the selling of beer and wine, you are required to obtain and pay a tax for a privilege license. If your business has multiple locations in McDowell County, you will need to obtain separate licenses for each location. Local licenses are non-transferable. McDowell County Beer and Wine Privilege Licenses expire on April 30th and must be renewed by May 1st of each year. NCGS 105-113.78 NCGS 105-113.70
Licensing Fees
Once you submit the required documents, our office will contact you to let you know the amount of your fee. The license fee is not prorated. NCGS 105-113.78
HOW TO APPLY FOR A MCDOWELL COUNTY NC BEER & WINE PRIVILEGE LICENSE
Please download & complete the application below and submit to our office.
*PLEASE NOTE: You must include copies of the required documents indicated on your application.
Our office requires 2 business days to process privilege license requests. We will contact you regarding approval and the amount of the licensing fee.
McDowell County NC Beer & Wine Privilege License Application
Submit Your Application
Contact Us
McDowell County Services Building, 60 East Court St., Marion NC 28752
Phone: 828-652-0701
Email: taxcollections@mcdowellgov.com
