Title
Liquor License - Hammer & Nails Paradise Valley - District 3
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 318824.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Troy McLain, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
12650 N. Tatum Boulevard, Ste. 102
Zoning Classification: PUD
Council District: 3
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.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is February 22, 2025.
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:
“We are a group of business people who run many other successful businesses. We have been trained in Title 4 liquor laws to ensure compliance. We look forward to opening this first Hammer & Nails location in Arizona. We have and will be opening other locations with the liquor license being a key component to our business model.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Our aim is to elevate men's grooming as we know it. We are a premium men's grooming concept located in the newly designated Paradise Mall area. We offer world class luxury experiences without the pretentious price tag. We will be a great addition to the area and a popular location for out neighbors.”
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
Attachment A - Hammer & Nails Paradise Valley - Data
Attachment B - Hammer & Nails Paradise Valley - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.