Title
Liquor License - Par-Five Sports Grill - District 6
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 368064.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Lauren Merrett, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
1241 E. Chandler Boulevard, Ste. 110
Zoning Classification: C-2 PCD
Council District: 6
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in March 2026.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is January 31, 2026.
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 confident in my ability to responsibly manage and operate a business with a liquor license, supported by a track record of reliability and qualifications. My experience, commitment to compliance, and understanding of regulatory requirements make me a suitable candidate for holding a liquor license in the city of Phoenix.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The issuance of the liquor license is deemed necessary for public convenience and is in the best interest of the community. this decision is grounded in careful consideration of factors that contribute to the overall well-being of our community, fostering responsible and regulated access to alcoholic beverages.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Par-Five Sports Grill - Data
Attachment B - Par-Five Sports Grill - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.