Title
Liquor License - Arizona Anthem
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070554.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
903 N. 2nd St.
Zoning Classification: DTC-West Evans Churchill
Council District: 7
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Sept. 28, 2021.
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:
“Flagship Restaurant Group owns 18 restaurants throughout the Midwest and Texas. They operate several different successful restaurant concepts and are looking forward to opening this first concept here in Arizona. All their current restaurants have liquor licenses and they are experienced with liquor laws. All employees will attend state certified liquor law training classes.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“We are foodies gone wild. Since 2002, our established concepts have centered around creative food and exceptional dining experiences. From full-service to fast-casual, we believe dining out-and doing business-should be fun.”
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 - Arizona Anthem
Liquor License Map - Arizona Anthem
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.