Title
Liquor License - 125 Lounge
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070007.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
188 E. Jefferson St.
Zoning Classification: DTC - Business Core
Council District: 7
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is May 22, 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:
“We will be hiring servers and bartenders with liquor law certifications and will have ongoing liquor training for all new employees as they're hired. we have experienced certified managers operating the facility.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The lounge is located in an apartment complex for the need and convenience of the residents and all others who choose to patronize our business. The people in the area won't have to leave their home area to enjoy a cocktail and won't have to drive after.”
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
Liquor License Data - 125 Lounge
Liquor License Map - 125 Lounge
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.