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State Food and Liquor Permits, License
Food Manufacture and Wholesale Food Distributors
All businesses which engage in the manufacture or distribution of foods, beverages, and/or additives of any type (whether on a seasonal basis or not) are required to be registered with the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Health. Should you intend to engage in a food-related business of this type, please contact the Commonwealth of Virginia Health Department. The agency will supply you with an informative packet containing food related business information and regulatory requirements. These businesses may also be required to obtain a permit from the Virginia Department of Commerce.
For more information on manufacture or distribution of foods, etc., contact the James City County Office of the Virginia Health Department, 1126 Professional Drive, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, (757) 253-4813, Fax (757) 253-4285 or on the Internet: www.vdh.virginia.gov or the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Washington Building, Capitol Square, 1100 Bank Street, Richmond, VA 23219, (804) 786-3501 or on the Internet: www.vdacs.virginia.gov
Liquor License
All businesses which sell alcoholic beverages are required to obtain a liquor license, both locally and from the state.
For more information on liquor licenses, contact the Virginia Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 2901 Hermitage Road, Richmond, VA 23220, P.O. Box 27491, Richmond, VA, 23261, (804) 213-4400 or on the Internet: www.abc.virginia.gov
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