Title
Liquor License - Sunoco Gas Station - District 8
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 400429
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Fuad Nwiser, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
1045 N. 24th Street
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 8
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that sells 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 was August 14, 2026. However, the applicant submitted a written request for more time.
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 business experience, understand Arizona liquor laws, and will operate business in full compliance with all 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 convenient service to customer and support a well-regulated business that contributes to the local community and economy.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Sunoco Gas Station - Data
Attachment B - Sunoco Gas Station - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.