Argentina: Necochea Considers Changing Law Linking Gambling to Casino

Argentina.– October 15, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com  The Necochea City Council is reviewing a proposal to amend the ordinance that ties gaming exclusively to the Casino complex, seeking to enable alternative uses for the property and modernize the city’s tourism model.

Overview
Councillor Evangelina Almada introduced the initiative, arguing that the current regulation prevents redevelopment and limits the municipality’s ability to attract new investors. The reform would allow the city to separate the gaming licence from the historic seaside building and consider other locations for future operations.

Details / Context
The Casino de Necochea has been closed for months due to structural deterioration and expired concessions.
The proposal would permit new concessions under provincial supervision while freeing the property for potential cultural or urban projects.

Future Outlook
If approved, the change could redefine how municipalities in Buenos Aires Province manage gaming assets, combining heritage preservation with flexible economic revitalization.

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