Leeds Approves Elland Road West Stand Rebuild, Setting Path to 53,000 Capacity

Overview

• The city plans panel voted 11-1 to approve demolition and redevelopment of the West Stand and granted outline permission to expand the North Stand, with one dissent citing traffic concerns.
• Capacity is set to rise from about 37,645 to roughly 53,000, placing Elland Road 12th in the UK by size and seventh among Premier League venues.
• Council officials said residents-only parking could be introduced where needed, and confirmed Leeds United has hired a full-time travel planning coordinator with the plan subject to ongoing review.
• The club says the stadium will remain open during construction, which also includes alterations to the South Stand.
• Architects BDP Pattern are leading the design, with ownership by 49ers Enterprises underpinning investment and an emphasis on improving the fan experience.