Title
Liquor License - Blaze Pizza #1161
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207A875.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
5120 N. Central Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-2 TOD 1
Council District: 4
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. 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 May 2017.
The sixty-day limit for processing this application is Feb. 20, 2017.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration may be given to the applicant's personal qualifications and to the location.
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.
Blaze Pizza (Series 12)
105 W. University Drive, Tempe
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
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:
“Blaze Pizza has numerous locations with liquor licenses throughout the US and Canada. We are very conscientious about liquor laws and make sure all our employees go through a State certified liquor training program.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“We would like to offer our clients everything in one restaurant. We would like to offer beer & wine if our customers choose to have it.”
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 - Blaze Pizza #1161
Liquor License Map - Blaze Pizza #1161
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.