There has been much debate surrounding the liquor license application for the 5 Corners Mini Mart since the new store moved in at 309 W McGraw St. last month. Some Queen Anne residents object to the store, which plans to sell unfortified beer and wine alongside its current stock of cigarettes and a variety of grocery, bakery and household items. Others disagree, welcoming the new store to the Queen Anne community with open arms.
Though the liquor license application is still being reviewed, as of today, Monday, April 12, the 5 Corners has been issued a temporary 60-day permit to sell beer and wine while the Washington State Liquor Control Board comes to a final decision.
“The WSLCB Licensing and Regulation Director has not yet made a final decision on the 5 Corners Mini Mart application,” said WSLCB Communications Consultant Anne Radford. “The business was issued a temporary pre-approval permit today that allows them to sell beer and wine while they await a final decision. The permit is good for 60 days and the business may request two additional permits once the first one expires if necessary.”
We spoke with 5 Corners owner Steve Park who says he plans on having unfortified beer and wine available for sale by Wednesday, April 14, and said he would like to thank those in the community who have been supportive of the 5 Corners. Park has promised to not to sell fortified beer, wine and malt liquor at the store, compromising with community members and petitioners who object to the sale of fortified alcohol in residential areas.