Title
Liquor License - Walter Station
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 03073111.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
James Erickson, Agent
License Type
Series 3 - Microbrewery
Location
4056 E. Washington St.
Zoning Classification: A-1 TOD-2
Council District: 8
This request is for a new liquor license for a microbrewery. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow outdoor dining and outdoor alcohol sales. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in September 2017.
The sixty-day limit for processing this application is July 22, 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 applicant does not hold an interest in any other active liquor license in the State of Arizona.
Public Opinion
One letter protesting the issuance of this license has been received and is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The letter is from a local business. This business is concerned with the applicant's failure to obtain the required zoning permits before filing the liquor license application and the potential issues that may arise related to parking, waste, noise and odor, if the liquor license is granted.
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 the registered owner & brewer of all products manufactured. I will operate this business according to all laws & standards."
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“I am in the business of creating & manufacturing one-of-a-kind beers. These beers are designed to be manufactured using local ingredients & will be above & beyond current offerings in this region.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff gave careful consideration to the protest letter received, however after reviewing the application in its entirety staff is recommending 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 - Walter Station
Liquor License Map - Walter Station
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.