A casino proposal from Golden Nugget was one of three bids that the City of Richmond, Va., rejected in March. Now, the casino company is threatening legal action against the Virginia capital.
Golden Nugget owner Tilman Fertitta speaks during a meeting with restaurant industry executives at the White House last year. His casino unit is considering a lawsuit against Richmond, Va. (Image: AP)
In late March, Richmond Mayor Levar Stone’s office announced that three of the six casino bids for the city’s lone gaming permit had been rejected. Along with Golden Nugget, pitches from Virginia’s Pamunkey Indian Tribe and Wind Creek Hospitality were no longer being considered.
Golden Nugget Hotels & Casinos submit proposal for Richmond project
Will bring 1,200 jobs to the city Golden Nugget Richmond will be nearly 950,000-square-feet of entertainment. By Adrianna Hargrove | February 24, 2021 at 11:43 AM EST - Updated February 24 at 11:43 AM
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Golden Nugget Hotels & Casinos announced its submission to expand the Golden Nugget brand into the Virginia market.
The company will be developing a $400 million Golden Nugget Richmond Hotel & Casino and donating over $70 Million to the Richmond Community and creating over 1,200 jobs for the city. It will take 36 months to complete.
The targeted location for the project will be within the City of Richmond and is located six miles from Downtown and 20 miles from Richmond International Airport.