Title
(CONTINUED FROM FEB. 7, 2018) - Liquor License - Provision Coffee Bar
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207B263.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Daniel Suh, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
4501 N. 32nd St.
Zoning Classification: C-1
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. This location requires a Use Permit to allow outdoor dining, outdoor alcohol service, and sales of alcoholic beverages. This business is currently under construction with plans to open in March 2018.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was Feb. 17, 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
The ownership of this business has an interest in other active liquor license(s) in the State of Arizona. This information is listed below and includes liquor license violations on file with the AZ Department of Liquor Licenses and Control and, for locations within the boundaries of Phoenix, the number of aggregate calls for police service within the last 12 months for the address listed.
Provision Coffee Bar (Series 7)
2100 S. Gilbert Road, #22, Chandler
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
Public Opinion
One letter protesting the issuance of this license has been received and is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The letter is from a local residence that is concerned with the potential impact this liquor license and business may have on their home and neighborhood. They are concerned with potential increased traffic, noise, and trash in the area. Additionally, they are concerned with the proposed location's proximity to schools in the area. They believe there are sufficient liquor licenses in the area and do not support the issuance of this 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:
“I currently manage and own a coffee, wine, & beer bar in Chandler for nearly 3 years and have several years of food & beverage experience. I have never been in trouble with the law and I take the responsibility to public safety seriously. I have taken all the required certifications to serve and manage and taken proactive steps to properly document and train our staff on responsible serving.”
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 offering a safe space for the community to interact and drink high quality coffee and alcoholic beverages. Local patrons enjoy the ability to have community meetings, study, or meet friends and family while having food and drinks that focus on sustainable business practices. Our mission statement is to "build community" and we are passionate in that aim to advocate positive community interaction and provide a forum for communication.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff gave careful consideration to the protest letter received, however after reviewing the application in its entirety staff is recommending approval of this application. Staff also notes 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 - Provision Coffee Bar
Liquor License Map - Provision Coffee Bar
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.