Seeking applicants for a new state liquor agency in Hillsboro, Ohio.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Liquor Control  (Division) is seeking applicants to establish and operate a new  state liquor agency in Highland County Ohio, within the City of  Hillsboro. Proximity within the area described and distance away  from an existing Liquor Agency will be an important selection  consideration. The agent would sell spirituous liquor from the established business location. Applicants must have experience operating a retail business or  equivalent experience and must have sufficient financial resources to establish and manage a retail business. Applicants must provide the following minimum requirements:   22 depth shelving for displaying spirituous liquor.   Computer   Point of Sale   Point of Sale Integrator   Internet/Wi-Fi capability   Valid email   Accommodate a 53-foot semi-trailer and receive  inventory by pallet jack Additional preferred requirements:   750 linear feet of shelving for displaying spirituous liquor.   750 square feet of storage space for inventory The successful applicant will meet established Division criteria  and submit a quality business plan. The selected applicant must  be able to commence sales operations on a date specified by  the Division. Applications are available on the Divisions website at: https://com.ohio.gov/DOLCAgencyApplication Interested parties can also request an application by contacting  the LESC at (877) 812-0013. Applications must be received by  the Division by 4 p.m. EST on May 4, 2026. (Wed., April 1, & Sat., April 4, 2026) 90219984