Title
Liquor License - Dynamite Beer Co
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 07070248.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Michael Chapman, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
28212 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. D6
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 2
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a beer and wine bar. 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 August 2022.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was Aug. 9, 2022. However, a request for more time was submitted to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control.
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 am the owner of Dynamite Beer Company and a 15-year veteran in the craft beer and hospitality industry. I've managed taproom operations for Angel City Brewery in Los Angeles and Huss Brewing Company in Phoenix. I'll run the day-to-day operations and implement controls over the service of beer and wine. I'm certified in the Title 4 Basic Liquor Law Training and in Title 4 Management Liquor Law Training.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“With 15 years in the industry, I know that neighborhood taprooms are about more than just beer. They serve as community hubs, gathering places, and a source of local identity and pride. Our taproom will be a friendly environment where neighbors converse and stress evaporates. Our motto is "Local, Loyal"! We'll serve local products, create partnerships with local businesses and support local economy. It's our goal to build a lasting connection with the community as whole.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Dynamite Beer Co
Liquor License Map - Dynamite Beer Co
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.