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D.C. Opens Public Feedback for Commanders’ RFK Stadium Design

The $3.7 billion project includes about $1.1 billion in District infrastructure funding with construction targeted to start next year for a 2030 debut.

Overview

  • Residents at Wednesday’s meeting raised concerns about parking, traffic, safety, accessibility, environmental protections and affordability.
  • HKS was selected as lead architect for a domed, roughly 65,000‑seat venue intended to host NFL games and large events.
  • District officials reiterated a public‑private cost of roughly $3.7–$3.8 billion, with taxpayers covering about $1.1 billion for infrastructure upgrades.
  • Demolition of RFK is underway, and officials say stadium construction is expected to begin next year toward opening in 2030.
  • Plans call for about 6,000 homes with 30% affordable in the surrounding development, though FOX 5 reports the non‑stadium build‑out could be delayed until 2040, and reports that President Trump sought naming rights remain unconfirmed with federal oversight complicating any decision.