Title
Liquor License - 24th Street Cigar Lounge
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070570.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Gewarges Janko, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
3407 N. 24th St.
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 6
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales with a Series 9 - Liquor Store, liquor license and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 24, 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 been operating this location for many years. I am a responsible owner who follows all laws, rules and ordinances.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“With this added convenience, patrons will now have the option to enjoy a cigar with an adult beverage in a relaxing atmosphere."
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 - 24th Street Cigar Lounge
Liquor License Map - 24th Street Cigar Lounge
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.