The construction of an NBA-ready arena and new resort on the north strip of Las Vegas has received unanimous approval from the Clark County Commission. With its ambitious scope and design, this project—which will replace the All Net Resort concept that failed—is expected to completely change the neighborhood.
A Bold New Vision for the North Strip
The LVXP project, a collaboration between local real estate developers, will feature a 752-foot-tall structure with 2,605 hotel rooms and condominium units spread across three high-rise towers. An 18,000-seat arena designed to host NBA games will also be part of the development. The approval marks a significant milestone in the ongoing effort to revitalize the north end of the Las Vegas Strip, an area previously impacted by the failed All Net Resort project.
Attorney Rory Reid, representing the developers, emphasized that the new resort and arena would offer a “transformational” impact on the Strip. Located between the Sahara and Fontainebleau resorts, the vacant land was once intended for the All Net Resort, a proposal by former UNLV basketball player Jackie Robinson that ultimately did not come to fruition.
Community Concerns and Project Impact
While the approval was met with little opposition, some residents of nearby Turnberry Place voiced concerns over potential disruptions. Homeowners expressed worries that the high-rise buildings could block views from their own condominium units. Additionally, they raised issues about maintaining access to their properties during construction.
Despite these concerns, LVXP’s Chief Construction Officer, Nick Tomasino, reassured the commission and the public that the project would bring significant economic benefits. He stated, “We think it’s going to have a great economic impact and at the end of the day we’re going to all stand back several years from now looking back to this day and enjoy the beautiful new development.”
The developers pledged to create thousands of construction and permanent jobs, along with millions of dollars in tax benefits for the county.
Although the project will feature an NBA-ready arena, the National Basketball Association has not yet committed to bringing a franchise to Las Vegas. However, experts believe the city is likely to host an NBA team in the near future.
Additionally, other developments, such as a proposed 20,000-seat NBA arena by the Oak View Group near the Rio hotel-casino, are also under discussion, indicating that Las Vegas is positioning itself as a strong contender for a future NBA team.
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