§ 4-84. Factors considered in review of application.

In determining whether any license applied for under this article shall be granted, in addition to all the other provisions of this chapter, in the public interest and welfare the following will be considered:

(1)

The applicant's reputation, character, mental and physical capacity to conduct this business.

(2)

If the applicant is a previous holder of a license to sell any alcoholic beverage, whether or not applicant has violated any law, regulation or ordinance relating to the business.

(3)

If the applicant is a previous holder of a license to sell any alcoholic beverage, the manner in which the applicant conducted the business thereunder as to the necessity for unusual police observation and inspection in order to prevent the violation of any law, regulation or ordinance relating to the business.

(4)

Whether the person has previously had an alcoholic beverage license suspended or revoked.

(5)

The nature of the neighborhood immediately adjacent to the proposed location.

(6)

The proximity of churches, hospitals and schools to the proposed locations.

(7)

The adequacy of parking available at the proposed location.

(8)

Traffic congestion.

(9)

The history or reputation of the proposed location.

(10)

The criminal record of the applicant.

(11)

The financial responsibility of the applicant.

(12)

Evidence presented to the council and recommendation for or against approval of the application.

(Comp. 1976, § 4-118-B; Code 1989, § 3-34; Ord. of 8-4-1986, §§ 7, 14(a); Ord. of 2-6-1989)