  Bdglsmn Member Username: Bdglsmn Post Number: 16 Registered: 01-2008 |
A group of friends and myself are thinking about starting a private, not for profit social club and I was wondering if anyone knew of where I could find info on what the law is in regards to that type of establishment. This place would be just a location for like-minded people to get together and talk over current events. I would like to be able to serve beer and wine (or maybe people could bring their own) but I don't want to go through the hassle of a liquor license if I can avoid it. The place would not be open to the public and nothing would be for sale so I don't see the need for a license but maybe I'm wrong. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. | ||
Rax Member Username: Rax Post Number: 175 Registered: 11-2007 |
I think it's called a frat. | ||
Club_boss Member Username: Club_boss Post Number: 325 Registered: 12-2006 |
R 436.1127 Club license; requirements. Rule 27. (1) An applicant for a club license shall file with the commission all of the following: (a) A certified copy of the resolution requesting a license adopted at a bona fide club meeting. (b) A copy of the constitution, charter, and bylaws of the club. (c) An affidavit certifying that there are no racial disqualifications for membership or guest privileges contained in the charter, constitution, franchise, bylaws, membership application, or related documents under which the club operates. (2) An applicant for a club license shall have its minutes recorded in English and available for inspection. | ||
Irish_mafia Member Username: Irish_mafia Post Number: 1220 Registered: 10-2003 |
We have a private club. We have plenty of discussion and beer. No license required. | ||
Bdglsmn Member Username: Bdglsmn Post Number: 17 Registered: 01-2008 |
Sorry to sound dumb Club_boss but who is the commission and where do I find them? Thanks | ||
Paulmcall Member Username: Paulmcall Post Number: 725 Registered: 05-2004 |
I thought they were called Blind Pigs. | ||
Club_boss Member Username: Club_boss Post Number: 334 Registered: 12-2006 |
MLCC (Michigan Liquor Control Commission) Front Page http://www.michigan.gov/dleg/0 ,1607,7-154-10570---,00.html On the left side highlighted in green is where you want to begin looking. I would suggest simply calling your local enforcement (the MLCC guys with the badges) office (works directly with State as well as local Police) to get a quick answer... Enforcement - Farmington Office State of Michigan Liquor Control Commission Enforcement Division 24155 Drake Rd. Farmington, MI 48335 PH. (248) 888-8710 Irishmafia..Do you charge for the drinks @ your club? | ||
Smogboy Member Username: Smogboy Post Number: 7301 Registered: 11-2004 |
Couldn't you just get together with one another, have a few brews, chew the fat, and not get a license to do so? Seeing as how it would be held on private property and nothing's for sale, I don't see the need for licensing. Isn't it akin to having a few buddies over to watch the football game on a weekend? | ||
Club_boss Member Username: Club_boss Post Number: 335 Registered: 12-2006 |
“Couldn't you just get together with one another, have a few brews, chew the fat, and not get a license to do so” Good question Having friends over at your home and having a few beers is one thing. Meeting or gathering together and charging members (the key word is charging) for their drinks is another matter. There are however hundreds of Blind Pigs in Detroit. If the original poster has a private club that only has a few members, I might just take my chances. However if this “club” has many members and they bring their friends and the entire area is hopping, and there is no parking, and neighbors start complaining (which is usually how this goes) about the noise and people urinating on their lawns, well then a license would be as smart move. Michigan is a control state, one of only 18. Welcome to the draconian age. http://www2.potsdam.edu/hanson dj/Controversies/1127524611.ht ml Club license allows for the selling of beer; wine, mixed spirit drink, and spirits. $300.00 for clubs having 150 or fewer duly accredited members and $1.00 for each additional member. A Club license enables a private club to sell beer, wine, liquor, and mixed spirit drinks to bona fide members only. MCL 436.1537(c) http://www.michigan.gov/docume nts/cis/locgovguide_184872_7.p df | ||
Smogboy Member Username: Smogboy Post Number: 7303 Registered: 11-2004 |
Great info, Club_boss! Again I learn something new here. |
