TABC License and Permit Compliance: Expert Consulting Since 1944

Partnering with a professional TABC consultant is the most effective way to navigate the complexities of securing and maintaining your TABC licenses and permits in the ever-evolving Texas regulatory environment. Whether you are a small package store or a global manufacturer, Gerald Franklin Agency provides a strategic partnership that ensures your “Authority to Sell” is protected from the first application to your 50th year in business.

Trusted By Businesses Across Texas

Why TABC Compliance Demands Expert Guidance

In 2026, alcohol sales remain the highest-margin component of any hospitality or retail business, but the regulatory landscape has never been more demanding. Since the full transition to the Alcohol Industry Management System (AIMS), a TABC consultant is no longer just a “paper pusher”—we are your strategic link to a digital-first state agency.

Trusted By Businesses Across Texas

From corner stores to massive sporting venues, the industry’s leaders rely on Gerald Franklin Agency to manage their permit portfolios. Our specialized consulting services cater to:

• Production & Distribution: Importation companies, wholesale entities, and manufacturers.
• Retail & Hospitality: Night clubs, bars, restaurants, and package stores.
• Specialized Venues: Sporting venues, golf courses, and private clubs.

How Our Services Can Help You: The Gerald Franklin Agency Process

Securing a TABC license is a multi-layered journey involving city, county, and state certifications. Gerald Franklin Agency handles the heavy lifting, ensuring your application moves through the bureaucracy without a “Request for Information” (RFI) delay.

1. Initial Application & AIMS Onboarding

We begin by gathering your corporate documents and preparing your AIMS application. Once submitted, the TABC will review your file, schedule an interview, and inspect the premises where the alcohol will be sold.

2. The County Judge & Local Certifications

For many permit types, the process moves from the digital portal to the local courthouse. We take the lead on the required L-CERT forms:

• City & County Certification: We hand-carry documents to the City Secretary and County Clerk to certify that your location is “wet” for your specific permit type.
• The Judicial Hearing: If a hearing is required, we coordinate with the County Judge to set your court date and retrieve the judge’s order once approved.

3. Final Issuance & Tax Assessor Coordination

After judicial approval, we coordinate with the local tax assessor’s office to make the necessary local fee payments. Lastly, we deliver the completed, certified packet back to the TABC to finalize your issuance.

Core Services of a TABC Consultant: 2026 Compliance

The value of a TABC consultant is most evident during the “Maintenance” phase of your license. In 2026, the state has introduced rigorous new digital standards:

• 2026 Compliance Reports (Self-Inspections): All licenses issued in 2024 or earlier must complete a mandatory self-inspection via AIMS by June 30, 2026. Gerald Franklin Agency manages this entire process, ensuring your real-time photo documentation meets state standards.
• 60-Day Sign Requirements: If your location is new, we manage the mandatory public posting and ensure the “60-day clock” is accurately tracked and documented in AIMS.
• Common Roadblocks: We specialize in resolving Dry Regulations and securing Distance Variances for locations near schools or churches.

Choosing Your Strategic TABC Partner

When you choose Gerald Franklin Agency, you are choosing 80+ years of reliability. Our leadership team includes former TABC Regional Supervisors, giving you an “insider” advantage that standard filing services cannot match.

Gerald Franklin Agency Offers End-to-End TABC Compliance

• Pre-License Feasibility: We verify “Wet/Dry” status and perform professional distance measurements before you sign a lease, ensuring your site meets strict TABC property-line requirements for schools and churches.
• Turn-Key Permit Acquisition: From Retail Mixed Beverage permits to Wholesale Import licenses, we handle the “heavy lifting”—including hand-carrying documents to City, County, and State officials for mandatory certifications.
• Integrated In-House Bonding: GFA is a specialized bonding agency. We issue Conduct, Performance, and high-limit Excise Tax bonds in-house and file them directly into the AIMS portal, eliminating the need for third-party agents.
• Ongoing Advocacy & Reporting: We protect your “Authority to Operate” with expert monthly excise tax reporting, proactive renewal management, and bilingual support in English and Spanish.