Title
Liquor License - Waterwalk Phoenix - District 1
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 343818.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine
Location
1905 W. Pinnacle Peak Road
Zoning Classification: C-2 HGT/WVR
Council District: 1
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that does not sell gas. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 6, 2025.
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 committed to operating responsibly within the community, maintaining a safe environment for patrons, and contributing to the local economy by adhering to all rules and regulations related to alcohol licensing.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The alcohol license is for a corporate lodging building which will allow for individuals to stay in rooms for varius time amounts, depending on work, school, or other life events.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Waterwalk Phoenix -Data
Attachment B - Waterwalk Phoenix - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.