Title
Liquor License - The Lunchbox
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 07070071.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Daniel Levie, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
802 W. Jefferson St.
Zoning Classification: C-3 CMO
Council District: 7
This request is for a location transfer of a liquor license for a bar and music venue. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow a bar in the Capitol Mall Overlay District. This business has plans to open in May 2019.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is April 28, 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
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.
The Lunchbox (Series 7)
4132 E. McDowell Road, Ste. 7, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 7
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:
“I currently hold a series 7 license with Phoenix and have been in good standing. I will continue to uphold the strong values and safe practices to serve responsibly to Phoenix patrons.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The location of the bar/music venue will help the growth and cultural diversity of the downtown area. The lunchbox brings a fun and safe environment for music lovers of all kind.”
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 - The Lunchbox
Liquor License Map - The Lunchbox
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.