Title
Liquor License - 7-Eleven #42799H - District 1
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 400469.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
2275 W. Pinnacle Peak Road
Zoning Classification: A-1 DVAO
Council District: 1
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that does not sell gas. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow package liquor sales. This business is currently under construction with plans to open in November 2026.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was August 14, 2026. However, the applicant submitted a written request for more time.
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
The ownership of this business has an interest in other active liquor license(s) in the State of Arizona. This information is listed below and includes: information about any liquor license violations on file with the AZ Department of Liquor Licenses and Control and, for locations within the boundaries of Phoenix, the number of aggregate calls for police service within the last 12 months for the address listed.
7-Eleven #20433H (Series 10)
12033 N. 28th Drive, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 102
Liquor license violations: None
7-Eleven #21814L (Series 10)
885 E. 22nd Street, Tucson
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
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:
“Applicant is committed to upholding the highest standards for business and maintaining compliance with applicable laws. Managers and staff will be trained in the techniques of legal and responsible alcohol sales and service.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“7-Eleven is a on-stop shop for convenience items. The stores offer a wide variety of goods, including fresh and ready-to eat foods, home and personal care products, snacks, and drinks. Applicant would like to offer beer and wine to customers 21 and over.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application noting the applicant must resolve any pending City of Phoenix building and zoning requirements, and be in compliance with the City of Phoenix Code and Ordinances.
Attachments
Attachment A - 7-Eleven #42799H - Data
Attachment B - 7-Eleven #42799H - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.