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Upson County pauses new retail alcohol licenses for 180 days
Summary
The Upson County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to impose a 180-day moratorium on issuance of new retail licenses for distilled spirits, malt beverages and wine within county limits; the measure establishes an exemption process and was prompted in part by public concern about how county distance requirements are applied.
The Upson County Board of Commissioners on May 27 approved a 180-day moratorium on the issuance of new retail alcohol licenses for distilled spirits, malt beverages and wine within the county’s territorial limits.
The resolution states the board seeks to address a perceived “proliferation” of retail alcohol sales and to review the county alcohol code to create a clearer, consistent licensing framework. The moratorium is effective…
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