Title
Liquor License - The Salty Oar Tiki Bar
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 278551.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Camila Alarcon, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
1014 N. 2nd St.
Zoning Classification: DTC - Evans Churchill West
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 with a Series 12 - Restaurant, liquor license and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a use permit to allow a bar. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in August 2024.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is May 12, 2024.
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 information is not provided due to the multiple ownership interests held by the applicant 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 has responsibly operated numerous retail premises with liquor licenses throughout Arizona, including two others that are currently in operation in Phoenix. Consistent with past operations, managers an staff will receive regular and comprehensive training to ensure compliance with Arizona's alcohol laws.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“This business will add to the already vibrant and popular community on Roosevelt Row and downtown district, and a liquor license is necessary in order for the business to prosper.”
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 - The Salty Oar Tiki Bar - Data
Attachment - The Salty Oar Tiki Bar - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.