Title
Liquor License Application - Residence Inn & Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Phoenix
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 11077086.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 11 - Hotel/Motel
Location
132 S. Central Ave.
Zoning Classification: DTC - Business Core
Council District: 7
This request is for a new liquor license for a hotel. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This business is currently under construction with plans to open in March 2017.
The sixty-day limit for processing this application is Jan. 13, 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.
Bitter & Twisted (Series 6)
1 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix
Calls for police service: 6
Liquor license violations: None
Wyndham Garden Phoenix Midtown (Series 11)
3600 N. 2nd Ave., Phoenix
Calls for police service: 33
Liquor license violations: In June 2016, a warning letter was issued for drinking contests and delivering more than the law allows.
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 alcohol sales and service. Managers and staff are trained, or will be, in the techniques of legal and responsible 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 will manage the new 19-story Residence Inn/Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Phoenix, which will offer high-end amenities for guests as well as 320 guest rooms, dining venues, banquet/meeting spaces and restaurant/bar/lounge areas. Applicant would like to offer alcoholic beverages 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 Application Data: Residence Inn & Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Phoenix
Liquor License Application Map: Residence Inn & Courtyard Marriott Downtown Phoenix
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.