Leeds announce redevelopment plans

By Gregg Davies
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Leeds City Council has confirmed planning permission has been granted for a major redevelopment linked to the existing East Stand at Leeds United's home, Elland Road. The redevelopment will not extend the stadium’s capacity. However, extensive new facilities will support the football club during match-day fixtures.

Proposals include two new hotels, together with an arcade extension incorporating new retail facilities, a club shop, restaurant and extensive conference and banqueting space.  

The plans also feature new offices and a basement nightclub that will help the club’s business development.

"The development is designed to increase non-match-day income streams at Elland Road, which in turn will support and supplement the club's efforts on the pitch," said Shaun Harvey, Chief Executive of Leeds United.

“It will play a vital part in the re-generation of the area, and will also create opportunities for local people."

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Gregg Davies
Gregg Davies

Gregg Davies is the Chief Sub Editor of FourFourTwo magazine, joining the team in January 2008 and spending seven years working on the website. He supports non-league behemoths Hereford and commentates on Bulls matches for Radio Hereford FC. His passions include chocolate hobnobs and attempting to shoehorn Ronnie Radford into any office conversation.