Farmington, MN · Dakota County
Consumption and Display Permit Application
This application packet requests a Farmington consumption and display permit for a business, and is filed by the business owner or another authorized applicant with the city.
- 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
The packet collects business, ownership, location, and background information for a permit allowing individuals to bring their own liquor for consumption on the premises; the business may not sell or store liquor there. Farmington’s process includes submitting the application and fees, a police background check, City Council approval, and state approval. The city’s checklist also requests state licensing materials, workers’ compensation documentation, and applicable fees.
Who needs it
A business owner or authorized corporate officer, partner, or LLC partner seeking a Farmington consumption and display permit must complete and submit this packet.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant signs the application’s sworn statement before a notary public, who completes the “Subscribed and sworn to before me” jurat block.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Download Farmington’s consumption and display permit packet and review its application and checklist.
- 2
Fill Out The Packet
Answer the application questions and gather the listed state application, workers’ compensation information, and applicable fees.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a commissioned online notary for the applicant’s sworn signature.
- 4
Sign On Video
Show your identification and sign the sworn statement during the online notarization session.
- 5
Submit To The City
Return the completed packet and required materials to the City of Farmington as directed.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Farmington. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
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 the consumption and display application notarized?
- Complete the application, then book a commissioned online notary. Sign the sworn statement during the video session, and submit the completed packet to the City of Farmington.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The application includes a “Subscribed and sworn to before me” jurat, so the applicant signs that statement before the notary.
- Can I use an online notary for this Farmington application?
- Minnesota authorizes remote online notarization for its own notaries under the Remote Online Notarization Act. Confirm with the city if unsure whether it will accept your remotely notarized application.
- What else does Farmington require with the application?
- The checklist calls for a state license application, workers’ compensation certificate of compliance, and applicable fees. The city also describes a police background check and City Council review.