Title
Liquor License - Sky Market - District 3
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 397911.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Sargon Khammoo, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
910-912 W. Hatcher Road
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 3
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that does not sell gas. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow package liquor sales.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 6, 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
The ownership of this business has an interest in other active liquor license(s) in the State of Arizona. This information is listed below and includes liquor license violations on file with the AZ Department of Liquor Licenses and Control and, for locations within the boundaries of Phoenix, the number of aggregate calls for police service within the last 12 months for the address listed.
Saguaro Express (Series 9)
1051 S. Craycroft Road, Tucson
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
Public Opinion
Nine letters protesting the issuance of this license have been received and are on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The letters are from the Hatcher Urban Business Neighborhood Association, nearby business owners, and local residents. They do not support the issuance of this new liquor license. They are concerned with the existing number of beer and wine store and liquor store licenses in the area, and feel that adding this new license does not meet the need and convenience of the neighborhood. They believe that adding a new beer and wine store license does not align with the neighborhood's character, needs, or current efforts to improve the community. They are also concerned that the issuance of this new license will have a negative effect on their ongoing efforts to reduce crime and blight in their community.
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 am responsible, financially stable, and committed to complying with all state and local laws governing the sale and service of alcohol. I understand the importance of operating a business in a lawful and professional manner, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring a safe environment for customers and the community. I am prepared to meet all licensing requirements and uphold the standards expected of a liquor license holder.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“This store will provide a safe and secure place for the neighborhood to buy alcohol. The location will be convenient for the people in the neighborhood who may not have access to transportation. Adding the long time experience of the working in liquor store while upholding all the laws and regulations, the store will be safe, secure and convenience place for the customers to purchase quality liquor.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends disapproval of this application based on the neighborhood protests. Staff also notes that the applicant must resolve any pending City of Phoenix building and zoning requirements and be in compliance with the CIty of Phoenix Code and Ordinances.
Attachments
Attachment A - Sky Market - Data
Attachment B - Sky Market - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.