Division of Hotels and Restaurants

Lodging Fees

License Fees:

License fees are based upon the following:

• License classification and size (number of seats or units)
• County where the business is located. The division divides the state into 7 licensing districts according to county. Licenses expire each year at the following times:
  • District 1 - October 1
  • District 2 - December 1
  • District 3 - February 1
  • District 4 - April 1
  • District 5 - June 1
  • District 6 - June 1
  • District 7 - December 1
• When the application is made.
  • Full-year fee: Each license applicant must pay the full license fee if application is made during the renewal period (about 2 months before expiration) or more than 6 months prior to the next renewal period.
  • 1/2-year fee: If application is made 6 months or less prior to the next renewal period, the applicant may pay the half-year fee. The $10 HEP fee is not prorated.
• Hospitality Education Program (HEP) Fee: $10 - This fee is added into the license fees below and used by division solely to fund the Hospitality Education Program.

Application Fee : $50

This fee must be paid in addition to license fees when making an application for a new or change of ownership license.

License Fee Calculator :

To assist you in determining the correct fee, the division has provided a license fee calculator. This calculator requires Microsoft Excel®. To download software to read these documents, please go to Excel Viewer 2003. A help file is available for your assistance.

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