Title
Liquor License - Culichi Town
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 37809.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Kevin Kramber, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
2151 N. 83rd Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 7
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales with a Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store license and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow music or entertainment with a stage or performance area that is greater than 80 square feet.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was Jan. 7, 2019. 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
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:
“1) I am currently 'agent' on over 110+ licenses statewide 2) Both principals have had no criminal record or history over the last 5 years. 3) Both principals have extensive restaurant experience.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“As we are applying for a series 12, restaurant, liquor license we fully are aware of maintaining 40% food sales which will not be an issue. We want to be able to offer select adult beverages to add to our customers dining experience & enjoyment.”
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 - Culichi Town
Liquor License Map - Culichi Town
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.