Federal, State & Local Compliance
TTB permits, premises, records, state licensing, zoning, fire, building, environmental and tax requirements.
Equipment research is separated from legal authorization. Verify the intended use and premises before operation.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceFederal Home Distilling Law
TTB states that federal law prohibits producing distilled spirits at home.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceDistilled Spirits Plant Permits
A business must qualify with TTB before operating a DSP.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceAlcohol Fuel Plant Permits
Fuel alcohol production follows the AFP permit and compliance pathway.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceStill Registration
Registration and equipment rules depend on the still, premises and intended spirits activity.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceProhibited Residential Premises
Federal law restricts location of distilled spirits plants in residences and connected areas.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceState Distillery Licensing
State alcohol authorities impose separate licenses, taxes and operating rules.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceLocal Zoning
Land use, occupancy, neighborhood and industrial-location approvals can control feasibility.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceBuilding Permits
Vessels, platforms, utilities, structural work and occupancy require local review.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceFire-Code Review
Flammable liquids, vapors, storage, egress and suppression require fire-authority coordination.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceElectrical Permits
Heating, controls, pumps and hazardous areas require qualified design and inspection.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceBoiler and Pressure-Vessel Rules
Steam systems and pressure vessels may require registration and inspection.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceEnvironmental Permits
Air, wastewater, stormwater, waste and spill rules can apply.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceWastewater Approval
High-strength process wastewater and cleaning discharge may require pretreatment.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceWater Supply Approval
Commercial process and product water require suitable source and testing.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceTTB Permits Online
The federal application system handles alcohol-industry permits and amendments.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceDSP Premises Diagram
Applications require a clear description and diagram of approved premises.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceDSP Equipment List
Applications and operations depend on documented plant equipment and use.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceDSP Bonded Premises
Bonded and general premises must be defined and controlled.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceDSP Recordkeeping
Production, storage, processing, transfers and removals require records.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceDSP Reports
Qualified plants file required operational and tax reports.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceExcise Tax
Distilled spirits tax and removals require current TTB compliance.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceFormula Approval
Some products require formula review before production or market use.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceLabel Approval
Beverage alcohol labels may require COLA approval and compliant claims.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceStandards of Identity
Product class and type rules affect labeling and production.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceState Brand Registration
Some states require product or brand registration.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceWholesale and Distribution
Federal and state permits may govern distribution relationships.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceDirect-to-Consumer Shipping
Shipping distilled spirits is heavily regulated and state-specific.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceRetail Tasting Rooms
State and local licenses, service rules and occupancy requirements apply.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceAlcohol Fuel Denaturing
Fuel alcohol must follow the authorized denaturing and use rules.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceNonbeverage Alcohol Permits
Industrial alcohol users and dealers may require separate permits.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceEquipment Import Compliance
Imported vessels, electrical gear and components require customs and code review.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceUsed Equipment Records
Serials, bills of sale, prior permits and decommissioning records matter.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceChange in Ownership
TTB and state permits generally require updates or new applications.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceChange in Premises
Moving or expanding equipment can require amended approvals.
Federal, State & Local ComplianceCompliance File Checklist
Keep permits, diagrams, equipment lists, manuals, inspections, records and correspondence together.