Title
Liquor License - The Diaspora Collective
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 189648.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Evelia Davis, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
628 E. Adams St.
Zoning Classification: DTC - Business Core HP
Council District: 8
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 business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in July 2022.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is June 28, 2022.
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 am a United States Citizen and an Arizona resident. The Diaspora Collective is a qualified LLC. I have not been convicted of a felony or any offense in another state that would be considered a felony in Arizona. I have never had a liquor license revoked. I am willing to disclose financial statements.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The Diaspora Collective is a restaurant and bar that serves African fusion food and drinks. The food and drinks are inspired by African food traditions from Africa and the African diaspora. The restaurant will be regularly open for serving food and drinks and will derive at least 40% of its revenue from food. The issuance of the liquor license will make it convenient for customers that are interested in the Diaspora Collective experience to consume food and drink in one destination. The Diaspora Collective will offer a unique food, drink and edutainment experience for 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 - The Diaspora Collective
Liquor License Map - The Diaspora Collective
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.