Title
Liquor License - Phat Turtle BBQ
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 118886.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Michael Sloan, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
30845 N. Cave Creek Road, Ste. 107
Zoning Classification: C-1 PCD
Council District: 2
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Oct. 31, 2020.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, a spirituous liquor license shall be issued only after satisfactory showing of the capability, qualifications and reliability of the applicant and that the public convenience and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance. If an application is filed for the issuance of a license for a location, that on the date the application is filed has a valid license of the same series issued at that location, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the public convenience and best interest of the community at that location was established at the time the location was previously licensed. The presumption shall not apply once the licensed location has not been in use for more than 180 days.
Other Active Liquor License Interest in Arizona
This applicant does not hold an interest in any other active liquor license in the State of Arizona.
Public Opinion
No protest or support letters were received within the 20-day public comment period.
Applicant’s Statement
The applicant submitted the following statement in support of this application. Spelling, grammar and punctuation in the statement are shown exactly as written by the applicant on the City Questionnaire.
I have the capability, reliability and qualifications to hold a liquor license because:
“I have a functioning restaurant with consistent hours of operation and qualified staff to safely serve patrons. The restaurant is perfectly outfitted and the ability to serve alcohol will only enhance the dining experience and stimulate the economy of our community. I also have over 35 years of business management and ownership.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“By giving patrons additional choices for restaurant dining experiences. The area has limited restaurants to choose from, in particular barbecue venues.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Phat Turtle BBQ
Liquor License Map - Phat Turtle BBQ
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.