Full House Resorts Inc. who develop, own and manage casinos and hospitality venues in regional US markets have submitted an application to the Illinois Gaming Board, to develop and operate American Place, a casino and entertainment destination in Waukegan, Illinois.
The proposed site is the Fountain Square shopping area, near the intersection of Illinois Route 120 and U.S. Route 41 in Waukegan. If awarded the license by the IGB, Full House would also develop and operate a temporary casino on that site while American Place is being constructed. Thus allowing the State of Illinois and the City of Waukegan to begin benefiting from its significant job creation and tax revenue generation during the construction process.
In its first phase, American Place would include a world-class casino with a state-of-the-art sports book; a premium boutique hotel comprised of twenty luxurious villas, each ranging from 1,500 to 2,500 square feet with full butler service.
This would also include a 1,500-seat live entertainment venue featuring a gourmet restaurant that will rival the finest restaurants in Chicago. This would be complemented by additional eateries and bars, plus other amenities that will attract gaming and non-gaming patrons from throughout Chicago and beyond.
A second phase of American Place is expected to include a four-star hotel with 150 rooms, dining venues, entertainment options, and other amenities.
Daniel R. Lee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Full House Resorts, speaking about the application, commented: “We thank Waukegan Mayor Sam Cunningham and the Waukegan City Council for advancing our proposal to the Illinois Gaming Board.”
“We look forward to presenting our plans to the IGB and getting the opportunity to develop a first-class gaming facility that will bring jobs and revenues to the City of Waukegan and the State of Illinois.”
