Title
Liquor License - 810 Billiards & Bowling
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06075009.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
50 W. Jefferson St., Ste. 240
Zoning Classification: DTC - Business Core
Council District: 7
This request is for an ownership transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was Feb. 27, 2021. 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:
“The founder of 810 Billiards & Bowling left a career in finance to open his first location in South Carolina. That location opened in 2015 and he added 2 additional locations also in South Carolina. The owner has decided to open this new location and his first in Arizona. He is an experienced operator in this business and his background in finance helps also. His staff will attend liquor law training to ensure liquor laws are strictly followed.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“810 Billiards & Bowling is an upscale entertainment, dining and bar experience that focuses on bringing family and friends together for social interaction, friendly competition and great food. This location is family friendly and they strive to provide the most relaxing and fun experience possible to their patrons. This location has been sitting empty for some time. 810 Billiards & Bowling are looking forward to opening in the downtown area and for the neighborhood to come in and have a great time.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - 810 Billiards & Bowling
Liquor License Map - 810 Billiards & Bowling
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.