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Forest Plans Massive City Ground Expansion
17 Sep
Summary
- City Ground capacity to increase to 52,500.
- Redevelopment costs at least £550 million for phase one.
- New bridge likely needed to handle increased fan traffic.
Nottingham Forest's City Ground is slated for a substantial redevelopment, with council approval granted for plans to increase its capacity to 52,500. This multi-phase project will see significant upgrades to three stands, most notably the Peter Taylor Stand, which will triple in size.
The initial phase of the redevelopment is estimated to cost at least £550 million. Alongside stadium enhancements, the club must contribute to local infrastructure improvements, including bus services, parking restrictions, and park-and-ride facilities, as stipulated by a Section 106 agreement.
Addressing increased fan traffic is a major condition, with a new bridge across the Trent River emerging as a highly probable solution. The expansion is a cornerstone of owner Evangelos Marinakis' vision to bolster the club's financial standing and enable regular challenges for European qualification.
