Title
Liquor License - West Highland Ave LH LLC
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 148720.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Cara Savarese, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
720 W. Highland Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-3
Council District: 4
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that does not sell gas. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow package liquor sales.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Oct. 13, 2021.
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 operated multiple successful companies across the US without any problems. My companies have policies in place to ensure State laws are properly executed. We are well aware of AZ liquor laws and will take every measure necessary to abide by the rules of the State.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“We are creating a distinct and advanced market by by allowing customers to order alcohol virtually without leaving the comfort of their homes. This virtual business model is unique to the industry and offers public convenience as it allows patrons to purchase and consume alcohol from the safety of their homes, without having to drive anywhere after consuming alcohol. West Highland Ave LH, LLC requests that the City of Phoenix finds the public Necessity and Convenience would be served by the issuance of the liquor license.”
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 - West Highland Ave LH LLC
Liquor License Map - West Highland Ave LH LLC
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.