Title
Liquor License - Macayo Restaurant
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 53840.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Navayogasingam Thuraisingam, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant with Growler Privileges
Location
7829 W. Thomas Road
Zoning Classification: RSC
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 alcoholic beverage consumption within 500 feet of a residential zoning district.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is April 30, 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
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 have held multiple liquor licenses and never had any violations. I plan to serve liquor always following all rules and regulations set forth by the city and state. Further, I will ensure these same rules and regulations are followed by management and employees, who will also receive the necessary and required training to serve liquor.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“This is an established local restaurant that has been part of the community for many years. The community will continue to benefit from the services we provide. Additionally, we have and will continue to be involved with the community in may ways, including providing a safe and enjoyable environment to enjoy food and beverage.”
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 - Macayo Restaurant
Liquor License Map - Macayo Restaurant
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.