Annual License Renewals

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Every year the Town of Sturbridge issues annual licenses to businesses in Sturbridge who meet certain criteria. These licenses are reviewed and issued by the Board of Health, Building Department, Fire Department and the Board of Selectmen. For those with liquor licenses, the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is also involved in the process. 

n accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 40, Section 57, all outstanding taxes must be paid prior to issuance of any permit/license. Reminder, all licenses should be paid for and displayed by December 31 for your establishment to be in compliance with M.G.L. Chapter 40, Section 57 .. If your have outstanding taxes, please contact the Town's Finance Department at (508) 347-2509.

Please remember that your current permits to operate your establishment will each expire on December 31st. Please note that you may also have an inspection by the Building, Fire and Health Departments to become compliant, but that will be scheduled with your business separately. 

Questions about this process can be sent to mgarman@sturbridge.gov. If you are unsure where to direct your question, please contact Terry Masterson, the Economic Development and Tourism Coordinator at (508) 347-2500 ext. 1411 or by email at tmasterson@sturbridge.gov