Casino Resort Development Project Checklist Template

Ensure a smooth grand opening! Our Casino Resort Development Project Checklist Template guides you through every crucial step - from initial concept & permits to design, construction, and regulatory compliance. Avoid costly errors & keep your project on track to becoming a premier entertainment destination.

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Concept & Planning

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Initial concept development, feasibility studies, market research, and overall project vision.

Project Vision Statement

Estimated Project Budget (USD)

Target Project Completion Date

Target Demographic

Key Competitive Advantages

SWOT Analysis Summary

Site Selection & Acquisition

2 of 14

Identifying, evaluating, and securing the land for the casino resort.

Potential Site Coordinates

Site Acreage (in acres)

Estimated Site Cost ($)

Zoning Classification

Summary of Environmental Assessment Findings

Date of Preliminary Site Visit

Site Map and Topographical Survey

Summary of Legal Due Diligence Findings

Design & Architecture

3 of 14

Architectural design, interior design, landscape design, and structural engineering plans.

Overall Architectural Style Description

Total Building Height (meters)

Primary Exterior Material

Site Plan Drawing

Date of Architectural Renderings Completion

Number of Floors

Sustainable Design Features

Regulatory Approvals & Licensing

4 of 14

Obtaining all necessary permits, licenses, and approvals from relevant authorities (gaming commissions, local governments, etc.).

Gaming License Type

Description of Operations

Application Submission Date

Estimated Capital Investment

Jurisdiction(s) of Operation

Financial Statements

Compliance Plan Summary

Funding & Financial Planning

5 of 14

Securing funding, managing budgets, and financial forecasting.

Total Project Budget

Equity Investment

Debt Financing Amount

Primary Funding Source

Loan Approval Date

Interest Rate (Debt)

Funding Commitment Date

Summary of Key Financial Projections

Construction & Infrastructure

6 of 14

Site preparation, foundation work, building construction, utility installation, and overall infrastructure development.

Foundation Depth (meters)

Concrete Volume (cubic meters)

Excavation Start Date

Concrete Pouring Completion Date

Geotechnical Report Summary

As-Built Drawings (PDF)

Soil Type

Key Underground Utility Location

Gaming Operations Setup

7 of 14

Procurement and installation of gaming equipment (slots, tables), security systems, and surveillance.

Number of Slot Machines Ordered

Number of Table Games Ordered

Table Game Types to be Offered

Surveillance System Vendor

Gaming Equipment Specifications Documents

Delivery Date of Gaming Equipment

Estimated Installation Start Time

Hotel & Hospitality Services

8 of 14

Development of hotel rooms, restaurants, bars, spas, and other hospitality amenities.

Number of Hotel Rooms

Number of Suites

Room Service Availability

Hotel Amenities (Select all that apply)

Number of Restaurants

Restaurant Type (Primary)

Target Completion Date for Hotel Construction

Entertainment & Amenities

9 of 14

Planning and implementation of entertainment venues, pools, retail spaces, and other guest amenities.

Entertainment Types (Select all that apply)

Number of Swimming Pools

Description of Retail Space Offering

Preferred Spa Service Provider (if applicable)

Target Date for Entertainment Venue Booking Launch

Theme for Children's Area (if applicable)

Security & Surveillance

10 of 14

Comprehensive security planning, implementation of surveillance systems, and staff training.

Number of Security Cameras

Number of Security Personnel (Initial)

Surveillance System Vendor

Surveillance System Installation Completion Date

Security System Features (Select all that apply)

Security Protocol Documentation

Security Risk Assessment Report

Staffing & Training

11 of 14

Recruitment, hiring, and training of all staff members (dealers, security, hospitality, etc.).

Number of Dealers Needed

Number of Security Personnel Required

Number of Hospitality Staff Needed

Training Program Focus (Select all that apply)

Start Date for Dealer Training

Description of Training Curriculum

Training Manuals & Materials (Upload)

Pre-Opening Marketing & Promotion

12 of 14

Generating buzz and attracting customers through marketing campaigns and promotional events.

Marketing Budget Allocation (USD)

Target Marketing Channels

Social Media Campaign Start Date

Key Message for Marketing Campaigns

Logo Files (For Marketing Materials)

Primary Marketing Slogan

Detailed Description of Pre-Opening PR Strategy

Grand Opening & Launch

13 of 14

Final preparations, soft openings, and official launch of the casino resort.

Official Launch Date

Official Launch Time

Estimated Guest Attendance (First Day)

Launch Event Script/Outline

Press Release Document

Launch Event Activities (Select all that apply)

Ribbon Cutting Location (GPS Coordinates)

Post-Launch Operations & Monitoring

14 of 14

Ongoing operations, performance monitoring, customer feedback, and continuous improvement.

Daily Revenue

Monthly Guest Count

Average Bet Size

Customer Satisfaction (Overall)

Areas for Improvement (Customer Feedback)

Date of Last Security Audit

Summary of Recent Issues & Resolutions

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