Title
Liquor License - IHOP
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207B294.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Thomas Aguilera, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
1743 E. Camelback Road
Zoning Classification: PSC CEPCSP
Council District: 6
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow alcohol sales. A Use Permit Hearing has been scheduled. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in May 2018.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is March 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
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 serve as Agent on numerous liquor licenses in Arizona. I have been fingerprinted and background checked. I have Title IV liquor training and have practiced as a Liquor Law attorney for over 20 years. I have completed all paperwork and have submitted same to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“IHOP Restaurants are family oriented, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. We are leasing space in a well traveled, busy corridor with easy access for our guests. We boast great service and great food in a clean and safe atmosphere. The community, both business and residential, is in need of a family friendly full service dining option. IHOP is the perfect fit to meet and serve the best interest of the community.”
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 - IHOP
Liquor License Map - IHOP
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.