Title
Liquor License - Tukee Tap & Bottle
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 007070005224.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
3941 E. Chandler Blvd., Ste.100
Zoning Classification: PSC PCD
Council District: 6
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a beer and wine bar. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a variance to allow a bar and a Use Permit to allow outdoor dining and outdoor alcohol consumption.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Oct. 11, 2020.
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:
“The owner of Tukee Tap & Bottle runs two other successful businesses. He has always had a dream to open a beer and wine bar. He has worked in the restaurant business in the past and has hired a experienced bar manager. All his employees will be required to attend liquor law training classes to ensure compliance with liquor laws.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The neighborhood doesn't have a beer & wine bar like this one. We will be offering 28 craft beers on tap and several varieties of beer & wine for purchase. We will also offer several varieties of food from local food trucks. We have received a warm welcome from our neighbors and we look forward to being the favorite neighborhood beer & wine bar.”
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 - Tukee Tap & Bottle
Liquor License Map - Tukee Tap & Bottle
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.