Title
Liquor License - Far Away Wine and Provisions
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 135262.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Patricia Jasmin, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
3031 E. Indian School Road, Ste. 10
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 6
This request is for a new liquor license for a beer and wine bar. 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 March 12, 2021.
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:
“Both my business partner and myself have been in the business for many years. I have had a successful business with a liquor license in Phoenix before. I have been the food and beverage manager for a major resort as well as managed a wine distributer both here in Arizona. My business partner has worked for several liquor distributors in Arizona.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The arcadia area has become known for having some of the best wine cafes, lounges, and restaurants. This neighborhood enjoys having many options to choose from. I believe Far Away Wines and Provisions will be a welcomed addition to the neighborhood.”
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 - Far Away Wine and Provisions
Liquor License Map - Far Away Wine and Provisions
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.