Title
Liquor License - Pedal Haus and Pobrecito at the Churchill
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 06070286.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
901 N. 1st St.
Zoning Classification: DTC - West Evans Churchill ACSBO
Council District: 7
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires an exemption to allow alcohol sales and service within 300 feet of a church in the Entertainment District.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was Feb. 5, 2018. However, the applicant 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
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:
“Applicant is committed to upholding the highest standards for business and maintaining compliance with applicable laws. Managers and staff will be trained in legal and responsible alcohol sales and service.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The Churchill will open a unique restaurant + retail complex, constructed from refurbished shipping containers that will surround a large courtyard designed to serve as a community gathering space. Applicant would like to offer alcoholic beverages to guests 21 and over.”
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 - Pedal Haus and Pobrecito at the Churchill
Liquor License Map - Pedal Haus and Pobrecito at the Churchill
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.