Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find information that might help you understand how to find things or learn about information you might need to know about your city or town.
Beer & Wine Sales
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On June 1, 2004, Corsicana citizens voted to approve the legal sale of beer and wine for off-premises consumption and the legal sale of mixed beverages within restaurants (Ordinance #2381). The sale of beer and wine only applies to the current (at the time of the 2004 election) corporate boundaries of the City of Corsicana.Beer & Wine Sales
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The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) regulates the sale of alcohol.Beer & Wine Sales
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Yes, in areas zoned as A, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, 2F, MF-1, MF-2, or PD if the PD is used for residential purposes.Beer & Wine Sales
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A minimum distance of 300 feet is required from a public or private school, church, or public hospital.Beer & Wine Sales
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Yes, the spacing requirement is 300 feet.Beer & Wine Sales
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- Hospitals / Churches: The 300-foot distance requirement from a church or hospital is measured along the property lines of the street fronts and from front door to front door, and in a direct line across intersections.
- Schools: The 300-foot distance requirement from public or private schools are measured in a straight line from property line to property line.
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Beer & Wine Sales
- Monday - Thursday
7 a.m. - Midnight - Friday - Saturday
7 - 1 a.m. - Sunday
Noon - Midnight
(In conjunction with food, bars and restaurants may start at 10 a.m. on Sundays.)
- Monday - Thursday
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You can track permits on the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission website.Beer & Wine Sales
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The sale of beer and wine only applies to the current (at the time of the 2004 election) corporate boundaries of the City of Corsicana. Any areas that are annexed after the election date will be considered dry. Residents of those areas may vote themselves "wet" in order to sell alcohol.Beer & Wine Sales
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Yes, there is a $75 fee and all ad valorem taxes must be paid in full.Beer & Wine Sales
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Yes, beer and wine permits must be renewed annually and mixed beverage permits with a food and beverage certificate must be renewed after three years.Beer & Wine Sales
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An employee must be at least 18 years of age to handle alcoholic beverages.Beer & Wine Sales