Title
Liquor License - The Louie Restaurant and Bar
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070028.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Stephen Fendley, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
605 W. Osborn Road
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 4
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales with a Series 12 - Restaurant, liquor license and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow patron dancing as an accessory use to a bar and to allow a bar, which exceeds 5,000 square feet, within 300 feet of a residential zoning district. This business has plans to open in November 2018.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Oct. 23, 2018.
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
One letter protesting the issuance of this license has been received and is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The letter is from a local resident who is concerned with the close proximity of the venue to his home and the potential impact on the neighborhood due to insufficient parking, intoxicated strangers in the area, and increased noise.
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 the funds to start up a restaurant and bar. I believe in the laws and rules pertaining to the operation of a successful business. Submission of required documentation for series 6 license. Answered all questions accurately and honestly. US citizen and Phoenix metro resident.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Commitment to the community to provide quality food and beverage in a safe and fun environment. Sensitive to the needs of the neighborhood. To provide dinning and social venue for urban proffessionals and their family and friends. Intended ongoing community engagement by investing in the neighborhood. Managers and staff to be compentant in safe food preparation and legal liquor sales.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff gave careful consideration to the protest letter received, however after reviewing the application in its entirety, 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 - The Louie Restaurant and Bar
Liquor License Map - The Louie Restaurant and Bar
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.