File #: 17-3638   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 7/6/2017 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - Wingstop
District: District 4
Attachments: 1. Liquor License Data - Wingstop.pdf, 2. Liquor License Map - Wingstop.pdf

Title

Liquor License - Wingstop

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207B030.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Thomas Aguilera, Agent

 

License Type

Series 12 - Restaurant

 

Location

4239 W. McDowell Road, Ste. 5

Zoning Classification: C-1

Council District: 4

 

This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow alcohol sales as an accessory use to a restaurant.

 

The sixty-day limit for processing this application is July 11, 2017.

 

Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration may be given to the applicant's personal qualifications and to the location.

 

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 serve as Agent on numerous liquor licenses in Arizona. I have been fingerprinted and background checked. I have Title IV liquor training and have practiced as a Liquor Law attorney for over 20 years. I have completed all paperwork and have submitted same to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control.”

 

The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:

“Wingstop will provide a family friendly restaurant experience offering the nation's best chicken wings. We boast over 500 locations nationwide. We provide the public with an easily accessible dining option with reasonable prices.”

 

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 - Wingstop

Liquor License Map - Wingstop

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.