Title
Liquor License - Clarendale Arcadia
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 209558.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
3233 E. Camelback Road
Zoning Classification: PUD Z-32-19
Council District: 6
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.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Nov. 26, 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:
“Clarendale Arcadia is an active senior living community with resort-style amenities, including casual and fine dining experiences. Applicant would like to offer alcoholic beverages to residents and 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 - Clarendale Arcadia
Liquor License Map - Clarendale Arcadia
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.