File #: 18-0068   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 1/24/2018 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - Pizza Hut #26999
District: District 7

Title

Liquor License - Pizza Hut #26999

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 07070157.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Theresa Morse, Agent

 

License Type

Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar

 

Location

702 N. 1st St.

Zoning Classification: DTC - West Evans Churchill

Council District: 7

 

This request is for an acquisition of control of an existing liquor license for a beer and wine bar. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales. This location requires a Use Permit to allow a beer and wine bar/restaurant.

 

The 60-day limit for processing this application is Feb. 2, 2018.

 

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

This information is not provided due to the multiple ownership interests held by the applicant 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:

“The owners have extensive experience in owning and managing businesses such as restaurants, with liquor licenses and bars. All employees are mandated to attend liquor law training to ensure compliance with all city, state and county laws. Our primary purpose is to provide a safe, family environment for our guests. We have also developed policies and procedures for our stores that are more restrictive than state liquor laws.”

 

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 Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.