Title
Liquor License - Swizzle Inn - District 6
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 347580.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Lauren Merrett, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
5835 N. 16th Street, Ste. A
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 6
This request is for an ownership transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 18, 2025.
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:
“The owners are confident in their ability to responsibly manage and operate a business with a liquor license, supported by a track record of reliability and qualifications. Their 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 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 A - Swizzle Inn - Data
Attachment B - Swizzle Inn - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.