Title
Liquor License - Chic Chef Co.
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 126714.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Nicole Fields, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
2302 N. Central Ave., Ste. 3
Zoning Classification: UR HRI TOD-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.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Jan. 19, 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 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 have a PhD & MBA, these earned educational credentials demonstrate my fitness, capability, and reliability to hold a liquor license. Also, I have completed the state mandated trainings and I'm fully committed to adhering to all established guidelines to maintain compliance.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Chic Chef, will add to the efforts to revitalize and improve the downtown economy in several ways, the owners of Chic Chef Co has invested in the remodeling of interior & exterior of space. The investment is a commitment to the community to provide a quality product in a safe environment. Also, Covid-19 has had and adverse impact on the community, the issuance of a liquor license will benefit the community by providing employment opportunities for local residents.”
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 - Chic Chef Co.
Liquor License Map - Chic Chef Co.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.