In addition to creating a pathway to rezone city land to build a casino, the proposal also would invite the public and elected officials to weigh in on developers’ gaming plans.Ĭurrently, both Resorts World in South Queens and Mets owner Steve Cohen are among the groups vying for a casino license, which could be handed out by the end of the year. The proposal, which will need to undergo its own public approval process, aims to make some city officials’ hopes of securing a license that much easier and more appealing in the eyes of the state.
In a joint statement from Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and City Planning Commissioner Dan Garodnick, the city said it will be proposing an individualized approach to considering zoning for casinos as the five boroughs want a fair shot at securing one of the state’s licenses. A proposal from the City Council and Adams administration released this week could potentially create a new zoning process for casinos in New York City, as several applicants hope to earn one of three new state casino licenses to bring a casino to the five boroughs.
