Lindale, TX · Smith County
Alcoholic Beverage Permit Application
This application is for business owners seeking a City of Lindale review of an alcoholic beverage permit request before submitting the application to Smith County and other reviewing entities.
- 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 form records the applicant and establishment details and identifies whether the request is for off-premise or on-premise sales. It is part of the initial City of Lindale review: the city checks ordinance compliance, zoning, site inspection, distance requirements, and fees before the application proceeds to Smith County, the State Comptroller, and TABC.
Who needs it
A business owner applying for an alcoholic beverage permit for an establishment in Lindale should complete this application as part of the city's initial review process.
Why it needs a notary
The application carries a jurat stating the applicant personally appeared and swore to the statements; the applicant signs before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The TABC Application
Get the permit application from the TABC website, as directed by the city process.
- 2
Complete The Applications
Fill out the TABC application and the City of Lindale application with the applicant, establishment, contact, and permit-type information.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization for the applicant's sworn statement before signing.
- 4
Sign On Video
Appear before a commissioned online notary, sign the application, and swear that its statements are true.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed TABC application and the city fee to the Community Development Department for review.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Lindale. 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 apply for an alcoholic beverage permit in Lindale?
- Download the TABC application, complete it, and submit it with the city fee to Lindale's Community Development Department. The city reviews the application before it proceeds to Smith County and other entities.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The application includes a sworn statement that the applicant personally appeared before a notary, signed in the stated capacity, and affirmed the statements are true.
- Can I sign this application with an online notary?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. A commissioned online notary can notarize the applicant's sworn statement by video; confirm with the city if unsure.
- How long does the permit review take?
- The form says TABC's average review time is 35–42 days after it receives the permit. That estimate excludes earlier steps, and the overall timeline can vary.