Title
Liquor License - West Hut
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 196430.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Ernest Nyarko, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
3110 N. Central Ave., Ste. 183
Zoning Classification: WU T6:HWR MT
Council District: 4
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. This location requires a Use Permit to allow outdoor dining and outdoor alcohol consumption as an accessory to a restaurant.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Aug. 5, 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
At the time this agenda was finalized, no protest or support letters had been received, however the 20-day public comment period had not yet concluded.
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 the capability, reliability and qualifications to hold a liquor license because: I have been in the restaurant industry for the past 6 years and have maintained good standing in regards with safety and responsibility. I am also capable, qualified and reliable to manage the sales of alcoholic beverages in a restaurant setting within the rules and regulations.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Contribution to net employment gain (especially of local residents). Generation of additional tax revenue. Enhanced and/or increased public utilization of space. Contribution to the long-term economic development goals of the community. Positive (cultural) entertainment.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff makes no recommendation regarding this application pending the completion of the departmental reviews and the posting process.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - West Hut
Liquor License Map - West Hut
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.