Title
Liquor License - Blake Lounge
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 301739.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
12400 N. Tatum Boulevard
Zoning Classification: RSC PCD
Council District: 3
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a beer and wine bar. 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 October 4, 2024.
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 Blake Lounge is a amenity in The Blake apartment community owned by a large developer. They operate with liquor licenses at all their apartment communities and have proven themselves to be conscience operators. Management staff has successfully completed Title 4 basic and management liquor training to ensure compliance with liquor 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 residents at these apartment communities have requested the lounges as an amenity. It's been a great success as residents can drink close to home and don't worry about having to drive or find a safe ride home. The lounges have become an intricate part and the high demand of our current and future residents.”
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
Attachment - Blake Lounge - Data
Attachment - Blake Lounge - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.