Title
Liquor License - Peter Piper Pizza #1215
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 07070035.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Ryan Anderson, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
6040 S. Central Ave.
Zoning Classification: PSC
Council District: 7
This request is for an ownership transfer for a beer and wine bar. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit. This location requires a variance to allow a bar.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Dec. 29, 2021.
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:
“Peter Piper Pizza corporately run locations are operated with the highest standard of care and compliance regarding alcohol sales. Managers and staff receive alcohol training and work hard to ensure all Title 4 regulations are followed.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“This has been a Peter Piper Pizza location which has serviced the neighborhood and community for many years. It will now be a corporately owned location and will continue to be a good neighbor to the community. Continued alcohol service will enhance the dining experience that guest have enjoyed for years."
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 - Peter Piper Pizza #1215
Liquor License Map - Peter Piper Pizza #1215
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.