Title
Liquor License - Luanas Coffee & Beer
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 93994.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Aaron Schofield, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
149 W. McDowell Road
Zoning Classification: DTC-McDowell HP
Council District: 7
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 60-day limit for processing this application is March 10, 2020.
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 fully aware of the rules and laws, responsible and reliable. I understand and respect the laws and rules as well. I will not let my city and community down.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Because we are a reputable company. We also are within walking.”
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 - Luanas Coffee & Beer
Liquor License Map - Luanas Coffee & Beer
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.