Title
Liquor License - Bar Axiom
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070079.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Alex Li, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
922 N. 6th St.
Zoning Classification: DTC-East Evans Churchill ACOD
Council District: 8
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in January 2020.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Nov. 18, 2019.
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:
“I have the business acumen and financial means to manage and support our proposed project on Roosevelt Row. In addition, I have a strong team of individuals that have a background in managing similar projects (Undertow, Brill Line, Pobrecito, So Far So Good, etc). We intend to do our best to adhere to the rules and regulations set in place by the City of Phoenix, County of Maricopa, and State of Arizona.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The liquor license will be used for a small intimate cocktail bar at the ever growing Roosevelt Row. We believe our bar will bring a unique experience to the residents of Phoenix. Futhermore, there are several growing developments around our area, such as The Blocks of Roosevelt Row, that will bring in more residents and visitors to the area who are looking for new entertainment in the area. We hope that our project will be a small getaway from the hustle and bustle of the growing Phoenix metropolitan.”
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 - Bar Axiom
Liquor License Map - Bar Axiom
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.