Title
Liquor License - Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 74812.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
5005 E. Chandler Blvd.
Zoning Classification: C-2 M-R
Council District: 6
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 Nov. 3, 2019.
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 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:
“The management team for Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers has over 100 years combined experience operating restaurants and bars with liquor licenses. Our employees go through title 4 law training regularly and are held to the highest standards in our strict liquor service policies.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers has become the city's hottest place to be. We are committed to excellence in our standards and strive to maintain an unrivaled consistency in the quality of our products. We will ensure great service, amazing food, a high energy atmosphere, and a neighborhood sports bar feel. Our restaurant has something for everyone and our customers will enjoy a memorable experience. Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers will be a great addition to the neighborhood.”
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 - Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
Liquor License Map - Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.