Title
Liquor License - Loco J's Tacos and Tequilas
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 161022.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Jason Clouse, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
28260 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. A7
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 2
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 outdoor dining and outdoor alcohol consumption. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in December 2021.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was Nov. 10, 2021. However, the applicant has submitted a written request for more time.
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
The ownership of this business has an interest in other active liquor licenses(s) in the State of Arizona. this information is listed below and includes liquor license violations on file with the AZ Department of Liquor License and Control and, for locations within the boundaries of Phoenix, the number of aggregate calls for police service within the last 12 months for the address listed.
Rosatis Pizza (Series 12)
28325 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. 7 & 8, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 5
Liquor license violations: In April 2020, a fine of $500 was paid due to an employee consuming alcohol while on duty.
Public Opinion
At the time this agenda was finalized, no protest or support letters had been received, however the 20-day public comment period had not yet concluded.
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 currently hold a Series 12 liquor license for a Rosati's Pizza restaurant and I understand the requirements and intricacies involved to properly maintain a license along with the responsibilities a license places on a business. I am also current with all of my management and serving liquor certs.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“This new, full service Mexican restaurant is greatly needed in the community. A liquor license will provide patrons with a full dining experience."
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 - Loco J's Tacos and Tequilas
Liquor License Map - Loco J's Tacos and Tequilas
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.