Board of Land Use Appeals to set conditions on Golden's CZM permit

ST. CROIX - The Board of Land Use Appeals will meet Nov. 12 to decide what conditions will be placed on a major Coastal Zone Management permit granted to Golden Gaming to build a $150 million hotel and casino on the south shore.

The project, planned near Great Pond, has generated much controversy, with opponents claiming that it would adversely affect the environmentally sensitive area. Supporters, however, point out that it would create jobs and boost the island's economy.

The board voted unanimously Sept. 28 to uphold the permit the St. Croix CZM Committee granted by default in May to Golden Resorts, Golden Gaming's parent company.

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