Cabaret Permit

A cabaret is defined as:

  • A place where the general public is admitted for a fee, entertainment is provided and alcohol is served

Or

  • A place that does not charge for admission, the general public is admitted, alcohol is served, dancing is permitted, and the venue operates past 11:00pm.

Note: If you do not meet this definition you are still required to abide by Planning & Zoning regulations, have annual fire and health inspections, possess an Oakland Business Tax Certificate, as well as abide by noise nuisance standards.

To apply for a cabaret permit please click here. 
 

Please note Cabaret Permits are not Transferable. The new owner(s) or change in ownership must apply for his/her own cabaret permit before starting cabaret operations.
 

Oakland Municipal Code - Cabaret 5.12

FEES: (Per Master Fee Schedule)

Application Fee: $500.00 due at the time the application is submitted.

Permit Fee:

$517.00- (Small Cabaret with occupancy under 50)

$1,295.00 - (Large Cabaret with occupancy over 50)

Extended Hours Application: $1,754.00

Extended Hours Permit fee: $4,034.00

 

 

To renew a cabaret permit click here.

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