Council Objects to Proposed Liquor Permit Transfer on Miles Avenue
Cleveland City Council has passed an emergency resolution to formally object to the transfer of ownership of liquor permits at 11921 Miles Avenue. Introduced by Council Member Bishop as Resolution No. 951-2026, the measure seeks to prevent the transfer of C1 and C2 liquor permits from Lakia Delicatessen, LLC to LGN Investments, LLC.
What's in the file
The resolution serves as an official objection to the Division of Liquor Control regarding the transfer of permit numbers 04973499-1 and 10016638-1. According to the 951-2026-FOR ADOPTION-OBJECTION document, Council cites several reasons for the objection, including:
- The area is characterized as a high crime area that is already saturated with other liquor outlets.
- The applicant may not qualify as a permit holder or has previously operated in disregard of state or local laws.
- The location may not meet building, safety, or health requirements.
- The layout of the establishment might prevent reasonable access for law enforcement or Department of Liquor Control agents.
- The location could substantially interfere with public decency, sobriety, peace, or good order.
The resolution requests that the Director of Liquor Control set a hearing for this application in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County. It is designated as an emergency measure intended to provide for the immediate preservation of public peace, prosperity, safety, and welfare.
Who may be affected
- Ward 2 residents are the primary group named in the objection regarding the impact on community interests and public order.
- LGN Investments, LLC is the applicant seeking to acquire the permits.
- Lakia Delicatessen, LLC is the current permit holder.
Status and timeline
- August 14, 2026: The resolution was introduced to City Council.
- August 19, 2026: The resolution was read for the third time and passed.
What to watch next
The resolution requests that the Director of Liquor Control set a hearing for the permit application. If the emergency measure receives an affirmative vote of two-thirds of all elected Council members and is approved by the Mayor, it will take effect immediately.
Residents can verify these details and review the full text of the resolution by visiting the Cleveland City Council Legistar website.
Source record
- File
- 951-2026
- Type
- Emergency Resolution
- Status
- Passed
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- August 13, 2026