Beer Permit Applications and Special Event Permits
Summary
Nine new permit holders across the city got the green light to sell beer, most with final paperwork still owed. Some are new restaurants and bars that will add to the city's dining and nightlife scene.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Permit fees contribute to municipal administrative costs.
The approved businesses and the neighborhoods getting new bars, restaurants and markets.
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Mentions & discussions (10)
Beer Board (Regular) - Oct 27, 2026
Nine new permit holders across the city got the green light to sell beer, most with final paperwork still owed. Some are new restaurants and bars that will add to the city's dining and nightlife scene.
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Beer Board (Regular) - Sep 15, 2026
Local businesses applied for or sought extensions on beer permits, with many approvals pending final items like health department approval or certificates of occupancy.
Beer Board (Regular) - Aug 18, 2026
City inspectors reported that recent TABC compliance checks resulted in two businesses selling alcohol to minors on Asheville Highway. The board continues to monitor compliance and training requirements for local permittees.
Beer Board (Regular) - Jul 21, 2026
The Beer Board reviewed numerous applications for new restaurants, hotels, and bars across Knoxville, approving most pending final documentation like certificates of occupancy.
Beer Board (Regular) - Jun 23, 2026
The Beer Board reviewed and approved several local business beer permits pending final paperwork, while also checking on mandatory training compliance for existing permittees.
City Council (Regular) - May 26, 2026
Council approved a general plan allowing public alcohol consumption in designated outdoor zones around the multi-use stadium.
Beer Board (Regular) - May 26, 2026
Fastop Market #214 appeared before the board to discuss corrective actions after an underage alcohol sale, highlighting zero-tolerance policies and electronic ID scanning.
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