Title
Liquor License - El Charro Hipster Bar & Cafe
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 11567.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Rebeca Peralta, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
1325 Grand Ave., Ste. 4
Zoning Classification: C-3 HP SP
Council District: 7
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 May 8, 2018.
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
Three letters supporting the issuance of this license have been received and are on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The letters are from local businesses. They feel that the restaurant will help revitalize the area and support the issuance of the liquor license.
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:
“We have a system that ensure safety and responsible sale, supply and consumption of alcohol. Myself and All our staff have training and hold the licenses to comply with the law; these will allow us to avoid excessive or inappropriate drinking; preventing disorder, public nuisance and negative public health outcomes.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“El Charro Hipster is located in the pedestrianized Art district at Downtown Phoenix. The city is investing in this area, and our concept will help with this revitalizing project. We have noticed that neighbors will well welcome a place which will appeal to bringing back the good art of conversation, in a relaxed, refreshing and personable vibe; seasoned with our in-house ground coffee, artisanal cocktails, and delighting food. The community will have more variety of quality options to choose.”
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 - El Charro Hipster Bar & Cafe
Liquor License Map - El Charro Hipster Bar & Cafe
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.