Overview

• The Cleveland Browns remain committed to building a $2.4 billion domed stadium and mixed-use development in Brook Park, backed by $1.2 billion in private funding and $600 million in state and county bonds.
• Mayor Justin Bibb has publicly criticized the Browns’ relocation plan, prioritizing lakefront redevelopment and airport upgrades over the team’s proposal.
• The Browns’ current lease at Huntington Bank Field expires after the 2028 season, adding urgency to resolve the dispute over the team’s future home.
• The team has filed a lawsuit challenging the applicability of Ohio’s Modell Law, arguing it does not restrict in-state relocations.
• State legislative approval of public bond funding is required by June 30, with Browns ownership indicating construction could begin in early 2026 if approved.