Title
Liquor License - The Bar Dove Valley - District 2
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 364227.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Amy Nations, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
2965 W. Dove Valley Road, Ste. 100
Zoning Classification: C-2 M-R NBCC
Council District: 2
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a 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 January 2026.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is December 30, 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
The ownership of this business has an interest in other active liquor license(s) in the State of Arizona. This information is listed below and includes liquor license violations on file with the AZ Department of Liquor Licenses and Control and, for locations within the boundaries of Phoenix, the number of aggregate calls for police service within the last 12 months for the address listed.
The Bar Uptown (Series 6)
5504 N. 7th Avenue, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 8
Liquor license violations: In July 2018, a fine of $500 was paid for an employee being intoxicated and disorderly on duty.
The Bar (Series 6)
3174 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: None
Liquor license violations: None
Dilly Dally Cocktail Lounge (Series 6)
3639 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 9
Liquor license violations: None
Nook Kitchen (Series 12)
4231 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 1
Liquor license violations: None
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:
“The owners of The Bar Dove Valley own and have owned many different restaurants and bar concepts in Arizona. Each owner brings significant management experience, and a strong understanding of the responsibility of holding a liquor license. We want to create a safe environment for guests, staff, and the surrounding community.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“This area is growing rapidly and the demand, and limited nearby options demonstrate that this issuance of this liquor license will serve the need and convenience of the community while enriching the character and vitality of the neighboring communities. As both residential and commercial populations increase, so does the need for additional dining and social venues that offer high quality service and a welcoming environment.”
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
Attachment A - The Bar Dove Valley - Data
Attachment B - The Bar Dove Valley - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.