'Once in a generation' chance to change the face of Elland Road

Further proposals for a “once-in-a-generation” rebuild of the area around Elland Road have been shared that include building up to 2,000 new homes along with major leisure and commercial opportunities.

- by Charles Gray

Leeds City Council has launched a consultation on refreshed planning guidance for the future regeneration of land surrounding the football stadium, saying the work could deliver a multi-billion pound boost to the local economy and see new facilities established.

The council is consulting on the Elland Road 2025 Informal Planning Statement, a blueprint for regenerating around 30 acres of council-owned land surrounding the football stadium.

The football club itself is currently pushing ahead with plans to expand the stadium capacity from nearly 38,000 to 56,000.

If the refreshed guidance is agreed, the land around the stadium could be transformed with the potential for as many as 2,000 new homes alongside high quality public realm and facilities for the nearby community.

The draft document outlines uses for the area that could be acceptable such as a new community sports arena, hotel accommodation, and workspaces. There is also the potential for educational facilities linked to sport, health and wellbeing.

The proposals outline the future relocation of the temporary park and ride currently at the site and how, subject to demand being evidenced, one or more multi-storey car parks could be permitted.