HB503 Alabama 2018 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Ron Johnson
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2018
Title: Community development districts, add'l type provided for if located on a lake in a wet county meeting certain other conditions. Secs. 35-8B-1, 35-8B-2, 35-8B-3 am'd.
Summary: HB 503 would create a new type of community development district in wet counties without Sunday alcohol sales and allow Sunday alcohol sales within that district after it is formed and approved by its board.
What This Bill Does
The bill adds a new class of community development district (CDD) in wet counties that do not currently authorize Sunday alcohol sales, and lets Sunday sales occur inside the district once the district is incorporated and its board approves. It revises how alcohol can be sold in CDDs by allowing clubs within the district to sell alcohol to members and guests for on-premises consumption under a club license, and it permits seven-day on-premises sales in districts where the board approves. It expands and clarifies the types and conditions of CDDs that can be formed, including districts near lakes, marinas, resorts, and other complex developments.

Who It Affects
Developers/owners of eligible wet-county land who form the new district and can obtain Sunday alcohol sales within the district after incorporation and board approval.
Residents, club members, and guests within the district who would be able to purchase and consume alcohol on Sundays at district clubs, restaurants, or other on-premises venues (subject to licensing and district rules).

Key Provisions
Creates an additional class of community development district in a wet county that does not currently authorize Sunday alcohol sales, allowing Sunday sales within the district after incorporation and board approval.
Authorizes alcohol sales in the district either to members and their guests for on-premises consumption via a club liquor license or, if the district board approves, seven-day on-premises sales by licensees within the district.
Expands the definitions and examples of what can constitute a CDD (including lake/marina, resort, and other multi-use districts) and outlines the general framework for establishing and organizing these districts.
Establishes the basic administrative steps and enforcement framework for creating a CDD (filing articles, board approval, and licensing considerations), with immediate effectiveness upon enactment.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Community Development Districts