File #: 22-2115   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 12/7/2022 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - 125 Lounge
District: District 7

Title

Liquor License - 125 Lounge

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070007.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Amy Nations, Agent

 

License Type

Series 6 - Bar

 

Location

188 E. Jefferson St.

Zoning Classification: DTC-Downtown Core

Council District: 7

 

This request is for an acquisition of control of an existing liquor license for a bar. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales.

 

The 60-day limit for processing this application is Dec. 13, 2022.

 

Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration should be given only to the applicant's personal qualifications.

 

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.

 

Torch Cigar Bar (Series 6)

5450 E. High St., #115, Phoenix

Calls for police service: 16

Liquor license violations: None

 

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:

“Harrington Acquisitions hold and manages other liquor establishments. We will be hiring servers and bartenders that will be required to attend ongoing liquor law training to ensure compliance of all liquor laws. The lounge is located inside an apartment complex for the need a convenience of the residence and others who choose to patronize our business.”

 

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.

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.