Full planning application submitted for Elland Road redevelopment
Seating capacity will be boosted to at least 53,000
Plans to transform Leeds United's Elland Road stadium into one of the largest grounds in the country have been officially submitted to the city council
The full planning application, which will see capacity boosted to 56,500, follows an agreement to buy council-owned land close to the newly-promoted club.
Leeds United chief business officer Morrie Eisenberg said: “We are delighted to submit a planning application to Leeds City Council, on schedule with our proposed timeline of the project.
“This is a result of the hard work of everyone involved over the past 18 months, where designs and concepts have been developed to revitalise Elland Road Stadium, whilst preserving the unique history and heritage it holds.
“I would like to thank everyone who took the time to go to the public exhibition at the Centenary Pavilion and the consultation sessions in the local community, with over 1,800 people visiting in person, and those who completed the questionnaire and provided us with invaluable comments and feedback, which have all been considered.
“As a club, we believe this development will provide great economic benefits to the local community and will be a catalyst for a regeneration of the area.”
Seating capacity would be increased to between 53,000 and 56,500, making it the seventh largest club stadium in the country.
The project would boost capacity for hospitality places at matches, from 3,767 to 7,020.
A new away coach parking compound would be created, along with media facilities and improved spaces for players, club staff and match officials.
A public consultation will be held on plans for the stadium, expected to kickstart a wider regeneration of the surrounding area.
A final decision on the planning application is expected within 13 weeks.