Title
Liquor License - Switch Restaurant and Wine Bar
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207A982.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Erica Peterson, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
2603 N. Central Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-2 HRI TOD-1
Council District: 4
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 outdoor alcohol consumption.
The sixty-day limit for processing this application is June 16, 2017.
Consideration should be given to the applicant's personal qualifications. In regard to the location, pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, there is a presumption that the public convenience and the best interest of the community were established at the time the location was previously licensed.
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:
“I understand the City of Phx liquor license requirements and regulations for obtaining said license and mainting legal operational use of that license. The location and the premises to be licensed does not currently violate and will continue not to violate any requirements of the ABC law or other State or local ordinances. All educational requirements pertaining to holding a license will continue to be up to date. Both current owners of this location have been in restaurant and hotel operations for a combined 43 years. This knowledge brings the capability & reliability to ensure legal operation of a license.”
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.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.