Published on: May 8, 2026, at 10:23 AM.
Updated on: May 8, 2026, at 10:26 AM.
- Comstock Companies clarifies its focus remains solely on a casino in Tysons, Northern Virginia.
- Recent rumors incorrectly suggested that the company had interest in Herndon or Reston.
Comstock Companies is rejecting claims regarding its potential casino development in Northern Virginia outside of Tysons.
This week, Casino.org and various news sources mistakenly reported that after failing to secure approval for a casino in Tysons, Comstock shifted its focus to potential development in Herndon, adjacent to Dulles International Airport. Comstock clarified that this is not accurate.
“Comstock has neither put forth, nor pursued, a casino development in Herndon, Virginia. Similarly, there has been no support for a project in Reston,” a representative from Comstock stated.
“We have not sought the necessary permits for casino projects anywhere along the Silver Line, aside from Tysons. Our vision for what an ideal destination development should encompass is incompatible with residential areas, both practically and ethically,” the statement continued.
Vetoed Casino Initiative in Tysons
Last month, Governor Abigail Spanberger (D) vetoed a bill that would have enabled the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors to survey county residents about their interest in a casino.
The bill, known as Senate Bill 756, was spearheaded by Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell (D-Fairfax). The Fairfax County administration had not requested a casino opportunity, and there was significant public resistance to the legislation.
Comstock and its leadership have contributed over $200,000 to Support Surovell’s bid for reelection in 2027. The company maintained a low profile during the discussions surrounding SB756 in the Virginia General Assembly, which exclusively targeted a property under its control on Leesburg Pike near the Spring Hill Metro Station for potential casino development.
Leading casino operators, including Caesars Entertainment and Wynn Resorts, have been observing the developments regarding casinos in Northern Virginia, both companies confirmed.
“Comstock has opted not to comment publicly on the potential for a casino project in Northern Virginia during the recent legislative proceedings. It is our belief that engagement should occur after laws are enacted and a formal competitive bidding process is initiated, similar to other casino endeavors in Virginia. In order to respect all stakeholders involved, we have consistently adhered to this guideline,” the company clarified.
“We believe that Tysons represents the most suitable location for a casino in Northern Virginia. Furthermore, we hold the view that the local economy would gain significantly from this type of development, provided that it forms part of a larger mixed-use project, rather than a standalone casino, and that both the site and operator are chosen after proper community engagement and a fully transparent bidding process. The residents of Northern Virginia deserve the chance to assess all their options and select the optimal development for their area,” Comstock concluded.
Casino Bill’s Future Looks Dim
In her veto, Spanberger emphasized that local authorities, rather than state legislators, should guide local zoning decisions, particularly those related to casinos.
Given Fairfax County’s opposition to gambling, the county board has more formally articulated its position against hosting a casino, making it unlikely that another proposal to authorize gaming in this affluent region will succeed in the foreseeable future.
Surovell’s endorsement of the casino initiative could lead to a primary challenge within the Democratic party next year.