Title
Liquor License - Lookout Tavern
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207B181.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Kevin Stout, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
830 E. Greenway Pkwy., Ste. 100
Zoning Classification: PSC
Council District: 3
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow patron dancing and coin operated games.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Nov. 18, 2017.
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:
“Myself and my family are Phoenix natives and have lived in this area my entire life. I have Started, Grown, and maintained multiple successfull companies, and have already assembled a team with a combined 40 years experience in the Arizona Bar and Restaurant Industry. Managing at the highest levels of organizations like Fox Restaurant Concepts. Our focus is on Quality, Safe, and Enjoyable experiences for guests and the community.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“This area of North Phoenix is substantially under served when it comes to high quality restaurants and bars. A burgeoning younger demographic and the addition of higher end apartment complexes in the area demand the type of high-end dining and drinking establishment we are trying to create. Public support for us has been astounding, and people can not wait for us to open. The community is in dire need of what we plan to provide.”
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 - Lookout Tavern
Liquor License Map - Lookout Tavern
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.