What are they proposing? Giving a fresh meaning to the idea of mixed-use development, the team that brought New York the ultra-luxury development Hudson Yards is hoping to build a resort and casino on the western side of the rail yard, which still sits undeveloped. Who’s involved? Related Companies and Wynn Resorts Location: Between West 30th and West 33rd Streets along 11th Avenue A map showing the locations of the 12 casino proposals. Here are the 12 casino proposals that have been discussed so far.
Midtown Manhattan has five proposals that have been floated in the press, while developers in the outer boroughs have their own ideas. That would leave one golden ticket up for grabs – and it could be in any of the five boroughs. Industry experts who spoke to City & State believe two of the licenses will likely go to the existing casinos at nearby racetracks. It may still be a while before New Yorkers can double down on an 11 in blackjack or hit their lucky number at the roulette table, but the big casino and real estate players are getting their chips lined up to go all-in on the state’s three downstate casino licenses.
