Title
(CONTINUED FROM JULY 3, 2019) - Liquor License - Pizza Hut #26986
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 65485.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Theresa Morse, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
3602 W. Camelback Road
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 5
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 20, 2019.
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 information is not provided due to the multiple ownership interests held by the applicant in the State of Arizona.
Public Opinion
One letter protesting the issuance of this license has been received and is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The letter is from the Sevilla Neighborhood Association. They feel that the area has sufficient liquor licenses available to meet the needs and convenience of the residential population. They are also concerned that the owners lack experience managing a liquor license in their community.
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 owners have extensive experience owning and managing liquor licensed establishments in AZ and other states. All employees and owners are familiar with current liquor laws and are required to take liquor law classes. The owners primary purpose is to provide a safe environment for families whether dining in or simply take-out pizza. The owners have area coaches to provide oversight to all establishments and will comply with all city, county and state laws.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The owners have selected currently existing take out stores to allow customers to purchase beer or wine with their pizza. These stores have been existing in the community for many years and will continue to provide the best interest to the community by allowing customers to take home their pizza and alcoholic beverages. The issuance of this license is in 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. Staff gave careful consideration to the protest letter received, however after reviewing the application in its entirety staff is recommending approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Pizza Hut #26986
Liquor License Map - Pizza Hut #26986
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.