Title
Liquor License - Whining Pig
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 07070190.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
1612 E. Bethany Home Road
Zoning Classification: C-2 PPSP
Council District: 6
This request is for an ownership transfer of a liquor license for a beer and wine bar. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is April 10, 2022.
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:
“Applicant is committed to upholding the highest standards for business and maintaining compliance with applicable laws. Managers and staff will be trained in the techniques of legal and responsible alcohol sales and service.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Applicant purchased and will operate The Whining Pig as a casual gathering place, offering craft beer and wine with classic board games. Applicant would like to continue to offer beer and wine to guests 21 and over."
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 - Whining Pig
Liquor License Map - Whining Pig
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.