Developer Revises Sparks Casino Plan
In response to a public outcry over his original proposal, casino lobbyist and real estate developer Harvey Whittemore has unveiled a new plan for a hotelcasino in Sparks.
Whittemore and Peppermill Casinos are seeking approval from Sparks officials to build a $100-million ranch-themed resort on 20 acres. Area residents said they would still try to defeat the project.
The new proposal is much larger than the original plan for a $35-million to $45-million entertainment complex with a casino. The proposed Lazy 8 project -- north of Lazy 5 Regional Park -- calls for 350,000 square feet of buildings, an 18,000-square-foot casino, 200 hotel rooms, a spa, movie theater and 1,500 parking spaces.
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