Title
Liquor License - Chars Live
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070527.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
4631 N. 7th Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-3
Council District: 4
This request is for an ownership transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Feb. 14, 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:
"The new owners of Chars own and operate many businesses here in Arizona. They are experienced in operating successful businesses. The owners have also received basic and management liquor law training and will have their staff trained as well to ensure compliance with all liquor laws.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Chars has been a staple of this community for more than 25 years. The new owners wish to continue on with this legacy. A great neighborhood spot with good music for years to come.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Chars Live
Liquor License Map - Chars Live
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.