Our Suggestions for Revitalizing Gateway South
1. Eliminate Dirt Lots and Gateway Blight
- Prioritize removal of dirt lots and blighted parcels along Las Vegas Boulevard and surrounding streets
- Activate vacant sites immediately with pop-up parks, temporary parking with landscaping, festivals, markets, and art installations
- Prevent dead land at the city gateway while permanent development is planned
2. Build the Pedestrian Bridge at Sahara Avenue
- Construct the long-planned pedestrian bridge at Sahara and Las Vegas Boulevard
- Improve pedestrian safety and eliminate a dangerous crossing point
- Create a clear and welcoming transition from the Strip into the City of Las Vegas
- Increase foot traffic into Gateway South and nearby businesses
3. Encourage High-Rise Development Along Las Vegas Boulevard
- Recruit condo towers, hotels, timeshares, casino resorts, and mixed-use developments
- Target underutilized parcels between the Strat and Sahara
- Offer targeted incentives for developments that add height, density, and long-term tax base
4. Support Local-Style Casinos and Entertainment
- Encourage smaller-footprint local casinos and entertainment venues
- Emphasize strong neon presence and live entertainment
- Use lighting, signage, and public art as wayfinding and identity
- Create a continuous visual experience leading into downtown
5. Add More Parks and Green Space
- Develop new parks on the west side of Las Vegas Boulevard
- Include shade trees, walking paths, seating, and public art
- Support nearby residential and mixed-use development
6. Increase Housing Options
- Encourage workforce and mixed-income housing
- Support student-oriented housing options
- Create a 24-hour neighborhood with residents living near jobs and entertainment
7. Establish a College or University Presence
- Explore a UNLV satellite campus or partnerships with other institutions
- Support arts, technology, and design-focused programs
- Bring long-term activity and innovation to Gateway South
8. Expand Arts and Culture Districts West of Las Vegas Boulevard
- Support galleries, studios, maker spaces, and creative offices
- Encourage live-work units for artists and creators
- Allow culture to grow organically in underutilized areas