Title
Liquor License - Original Gravity
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 167573.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Theresa Morse, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
4700 N. 12th St., Ste. 101
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 4
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow patron dancing.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Jan. 2, 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:
“I have experience as a server and bar back in the liquor industry. Additionally, I have recently attended current Arizona Basic and Management Liquor Law Training. Therefore, I am knowledgeable in identifying obviously intoxicated customers, underage, and know the legal quantity of alcohol that can be served to one person at one time. I am aware of the tragic vehicle collisions involving intoxicated individuals and will be vigilant to promote responsible service and a safe environment for my customers.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“This establishment has had a restaurant liquor license to serve the local community. The primary purpose of the liquor license is to complement the food service. All employees shall attend current liquor law training to eliminate sales of alcohol to underage, obvious intoxicated persons and pass offs of alcohol from an of age to and underage customer. I want my business to be an asset to the community and work along side local community organizations."
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 - Original Gravity
Liquor License Map - Original Gravity
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.