Title
Liquor License - Home2 Suites - Downtown Phoenix
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 260979.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Oscar Panuco, Agent
License Type
Series 11 - Hotel/Motel
Location
125 E. Jackson St.
Zoning Classification: PUD
Council District: 7
This request is for a new liquor license for a hotel. 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 Dec. 10, 2023.
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 have completed the Title 4 Management Liquor Law Training that is required as well as the Title 4 Basic Liquor Law Training that is also required. I currently live in Phoenix and will be facilitating the day to day operations at the hotel.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“This will be a calm, responsible environment for guests of the hotel to order alcoholic beverages. Unlike ordinary bars we will not be a disturbance to neighboring business with crowds, loud music, or unruly customers. The issuance of this license to operate our bar will provide a more comfortable, luxurious environment for our guests.”
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 - Home2 Suites - Downtown Phoenix - Data
Attachment - Home2 Suites - Downtown Phoenix - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.