Title
Liquor License - The Louie Restaurant and Bar
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 18811.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Stephen Fendley, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
605 W. Osborn Road
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 4
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This business has plans to open in July 2018.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is June 12, 2018.
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 the source of funds to startup a restaurant and bar. I believe in the laws and rules pertaining to the operation of a successful business. Submission of required documentation for Series 12 License. Answered all questions accurately and honestly. US citizen and Phoenix metro resident.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
"Commitment to the community to provide quality food and beverage in a safe and fun environment. Sensitive to the needs of the neighborhood. To provide dining and social venue for urban professionals and their family and friends. Intended ongoing community engagement by investing in the neighborhood. Managers and staff to be trained in safe food preparation and legal liquor sales.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - The Louie Restaurant and Bar
Liquor License Map - The Louie Restaurant and Bar
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.