Title
Liquor License - Turney Neighborhood Market - District 4
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 407059.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Ahmad Zainulabadin, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
710 E. Turney Avenue
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 4
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that does not sell gas. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is October 16, 2026.
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 capability, reliability, and qualifications to hold a liquor license because I am a responsible business owner committed to following all liquor laws, verifying age requirements, and operating my business safely, professionally, and in compliance with all state and local regulations.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“It will provide customers with a convenient one-stop shopping experience, support local economic growth, and allow our business to better meet the needs and preferences of the community while operating in a safe and responsible manner.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Turney Neighborhood Market - Data
Attachment B - Turney Neighborhood Market - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.