Covington, GA · Newton County

Alcohol Beverages Permit Application

The application new businesses in Covington file with Planning & Development to obtain a local alcohol beverages permit before selling beer, wine, or liquor.

Detailed form~25 min to notarize
  • licensed online notary
  • ~15 min average
  • Notarized PDF emailed

What you’ll need

  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
  • This form, ready to upload as a PDF

What this form is

This is the City of Covington's new-applicant alcoholic beverages permit application, filed with the Department of Planning & Development alongside a state alcohol license, background check, and menu documentation. It covers off-premises and on-premises consumption license types for beer and wine.

Who needs it

Anyone opening a bar, restaurant, or retail store in Covington that will sell beer, wine, or liquor for the first time.

Why it needs a notary

The application's affidavit sections require the applicant's sworn statement to be subscribed and sworn before a notary public, consistent with Georgia's alcohol licensing rules.

How to get this notarized

  1. 1

    Download the Form

    Get the Alcohol Beverages Permit Application PDF from the City of Covington website.

  2. 2

    Fill It Out

    Complete all business, applicant, and license-type sections of the application.

  3. 3

    Book an Online Notary

    Schedule a remote online notarization session at a convenient time.

  4. 4

    Sign on Video

    Join the video call, verify your identity, and sign before the notary.

  5. 5

    Submit to the City

    Deliver the notarized original to the City of Covington Planning & Development office.

Preview the form

The blank PDF straight from Covington. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.

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You’ll need ID and a webcam.

A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get my Covington alcohol permit application notarized?
Download the form, fill it out, then connect with an online notary by video to sign and have it notarized remotely.
Do I need a notary for this form?
Yes, the application's sworn statement must be signed and notarized before submission to the City of Covington.
Can I submit a digital copy?
The City requires an original signed application, so check with the city if unsure about digital submission rules.
What ID do I need for notarization?
A government-issued photo ID is required to verify your identity during the online notarization session.

Ready to notarize your Alcohol Beverages Permit Application?

Drop your email below — we’ll hand you straight to a licensed notary in the next session.