Cleveland Sues Browns to Block $2.4 Billion Suburban Stadium Plan

The city claims the team violated Ohio's 'Modell Law' by proposing a move without proper authorization or notice.

The city of Cleveland has filed a lawsuit to prevent the Browns from relocating to a proposed domed stadium in Brook Park, 15 miles south of downtown.
The lawsuit invokes Ohio's 'Modell Law,' which prohibits teams using taxpayer-funded facilities from relocating without authorization or six months' notice.
The Browns announced plans in October for a $2.4 billion stadium and entertainment complex, citing Brook Park's central location and infrastructure as advantages.
Cleveland previously proposed a $1.2 billion renovation of Huntington Bank Field, which the Browns rejected in favor of the suburban site.
The Browns' current lease at Huntington Bank Field runs through 2028, with the new stadium targeted for completion by the 2029 NFL season.