# Puebla alcohol license enforcement near schools

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/puebla-alcohol-license-enforcement-near-schools
> Updated: 2026-08-17T18:25:04.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The Puebla City Council announced a zero-tolerance policy to enforce the Municipal Regulatory Code (Coremun), which prohibits the sale of alcohol within a 200-meter radius of schools. Mayor José Chedraui Budib stated the administration would revoke existing licenses and deny new permits for establishments failing to meet this distance requirement, noting that previous administrations had allowed irregularities.

Specific venues identified for enforcement include Foro Cultural Karuzo, Bilderberg Taproom, Centro404 Terraza, Sufrida Bar, La Pasita 1, El Microbito, and Barra Martini. The Municipal Treasury specifically denied a relocation request for Karuzo due to its proximity to the Open English language institute.

Following these announcements, authorities in Puebla and San Andrés Cholula faced scrutiny regarding the consistency of enforcement. Supporters of Karuzo argued the law is being applied unevenly, pointing to over 120 other establishments near schools and universities that continue to operate. 

Deputy José Luis Figueroa Cortés called for stricter oversight, alleging that some businesses bypass regulations by registering as restaurants or snack shops to function as cantinas. He further accused some inspectors of allowing irregular operations through alleged illicit payments, noting that these establishments attract underage students and facilitate the sale of alcohol and drugs in university zones.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Puebla authorities face scrutiny over bar regulations near schools

Authorities in Puebla and Cholula face criticism for inconsistent enforcement of laws prohibiting bars near schools, with allegations of selective targeting and regulatory bypasses by local businesses.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/puebla-authorities-face-scrutiny-over-bar-regulations-near-schools

### 2026-08-14: Puebla City Council to revoke alcohol licenses near schools

Puebla authorities will revoke alcohol licenses for businesses located within 200 meters of schools, enforcing strict municipal regulations to address past irregularities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/puebla-city-council-to-revoke-alcohol-licenses-near-schools

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