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CAMP is now live for Alcohol Licensing

All licensing processes must now be completed using the online CAMP platform

Exciting news - CAMP for Alcohol Licensing is officially live! Effective immediately, we no longer accept paper applications for annual licenses or special events. All applications must be submitted through our innovative online platform.

Note: The new Local Government Recommendation form is now available, with separate versions for Annual Liquor Licenses and Special Event Licenses. Please make sure that you are using the correct form. If you already had your paper application endorsed, you may upload the scanned endorsed copy as your local government endorsement during online application in CAMP.

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1. Permits tastings of distilled liquor manufactured by the licensee to the general public.
a. A tasting provided to the general public shall be no more than one-half fluid ounce of distilled liquor in a single container. The container may also contain nonalcoholic beverages; however, the total amount of liquid in the container may be no more than two ounces. A licensee may charge a member of the general public a fee for tastings.
b. A distillery licensee shall not provide more than two and one-half fl uid ounces of distilled liquor per person per license day.
2. Permits tastings of distilled liquor manufactured by the licensee to trade visitors.
a. A tasting provided to a trade visitor shall be no more than one fl uid ounce of distilled liquor in a single container. The container may also contain nonalcoholic beverages; however, the total amount of liquid in the container may be no more than three ounces. A licensee may not charge a trade visitor a fee for tastings.
b. There is no daily limit on distilled liquor tastings provided to a trade visitor.
c. Trade visitors must be distinguished from members of the general public. A “trade visitor” means a person whose job includes the purchase, or recommended purchase, of distilled spirits by a licensee of the Commission or distributors and others in the commercial distribution chain; or a person representing an agency of mass communication, such as television, radio, newspaper, magazine, and internet.
3. Permits sales by the drink of distilled liquor manufactured by the licensee. A “drink” contains more distilled liquor than what is allowed for a “taste” (described in # 1 and # 2 above).
 
4. If the licensee is a DISTILLERY RETAIL OUTLET AGENT, allows the sale of factory-sealed containers of distilled liquor manufactured by the licensee for consumption off the licensed premises of the event. The sale of factory-sealed containers is allowed only from 7AM to 10PM.


​When I provide distilled liquor by the drink at the SED, what amount of food must I provide? 
  • THREE (3) Different Meals: You must provide at all times and in all areas where alcohol service is available at least three different meals.

What constitutes a meal? 
A meal is a food item that is typically served as a main course or entrée. Some examples are fish, steak, chicken, pasta, pizza, and sandwiches. Side dishes, appetizer items, dessert items, and snack items such as popcorn, peanuts, chips, and crackers do not qualify as meals. 

What does “different” mean? 
“Different” means meals that the OLCC determines differ in their primary ingredients or method of preparation. For example, a turkey sandwich differs from a salami sandwich, a beef burger differs from a turkey burger, and fried chicken differs from baked chicken. Different sizes of the same item are not considered different. 

Is there an exception to providing three different meals? 
The OLCC must determine that the clearly dominant emphasis is food service at all times in the area where alcohol service is available in order for you to provide only one meal. The OLCC will work with you to make this determination prior to approving your application. 

What does it mean to provide food service “at all times and in all areas where alcohol service is available”? 
Patrons must be able to obtain food service inside the special event-licensed area. You may use either of the following two methods to provide food service: 
  • Within all areas where alcohol service is available, have the minimum required meals available for patrons at all times; or
  • Within all areas where alcohol service is available, have a menu of the minimum required meals (plus any other items you may choose to include) available for patrons at all times and be able to provide the meals in the area if a patron chooses to order food. The meals could be kept at a location other than the area where the alcohol is served; however, you must be able to provide the meals to the patron in the area where alcohol service is available.

May I use food provided by a contractor or contractors to meet the food requirement? 
Yes, the food service may be provided by someone other than you; however, even if food service is provided by a contractor, you are fully responsible for compliance with the food requirements. You may sell or serve alcohol only when food service that meets the requirement is provided to patrons at all times and in all areas where alcohol service is available.

Who may the contract for the food service be with? 
The contract may be between: 
  • You (the OLCC licensee) and the food service contractor; or
  • The organizer of the event and the food service contractor.
Does the food service contract need to be in writing? 
No, the food service contract does not need to be in writing; however, you may sell or serve alcohol only when food service that meets the requirement is provided to patrons at all times and in all areas where alcohol service is available.



Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) are adopted, repealed and amended by the Oregon legislature and signed into law by the Governor.  
 
Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) are implemented by the OLCC. These regulations are proposed by, adopted, repealed and amended by the OLCC.


All alcohol licensing is now processed online through CAMP (Cannabis and Alcohol Management Program)

NEW Local Government Recommendation Form
Note: There are separate versions for Annual Liquor Licenses and Special Event Licenses. Please make sure that you are using the correct form. Section 1 must be completed by the applicant, and section 2 must be completed by the local government, before applying with the OLCC. Once you receive a response from the local government, you will need to upload that documentation as part of your online CAMP application.

Additionally, some local governments provide their own documentation that can also satisfy this requirement. You may use either the OLCC-provided Local Government Recommendation Form or your local government's own document, as long as your submission contains at least the following pieces of information:

  • Date the local government received the application
  • Trade Name of the business
  • Premises street address (where the business will be located)
  • Name of the local government (city or county name)
  • That the submission is for a Liquor License

How do I find my local government?
To find the correct local government for your application, we recommend searching the internet for “Your City or County” + OLCC Liquor License. This will typically return a search result that will help guide you to the appropriate office in your jurisdiction. Common departments for processing LGB recommendations include Planning & Development, Civic Life, or the Sheriff’s Office; however, each local government is different.

For Liquor License Applicants within the City of Portland, click here: City of Portland.


  • Operational Plan - For any event with 501 or more attendees. This form needs to be completed and uploaded as part of your online CAMP application.
  • Event Map - For events with 501 or more attendees OR any outdoor event. This form needs to be completed and uploaded as part of your online CAMP application.


If you need help, please contact your local OLCC Office: OLCC Office Locations


If you need help contact your local OLCC Office: OLCC Office Locations