CONFIRMED REPORT;New Elland Road football stadium development plans published

The plans are intended to replace the 2007 proposals

Leeds city council has launched a consultation on its plans for the future regeneration of land surrounding Leeds United’s Elland Road stadium, with up to 2,500 homes proposed.

If agreed, the Elland Road 2025 Informal Planning Statement will guide the future regeneration of around 30 acres of land surrounding the grounds, which is principally owned by the council.

The draft plans include between 1,500 and 2,500 homes as well as commercial and leisure opportunities including a community sports arena, hotel accommodation, workspaces and educational facilities linked to sport, health and wellbeing.

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

The land has been allocated for development for a number of years, however the previous guidance for the land was adopted in 2007, so the current plans reflect recent changes and developments in the local area, including Leeds United’s proposed stadium expansion which has gained renewed momentum after the club’s promotion to the Premier League last season.

Councillor Jonathan Pryor, deputy Leader and executive member for economy, transport and sustainable development, said: “Our proposals for Elland Road represent a once-in-a-generation opportunity of national significance to create a new neighbourhood, carefully integrated within South Leeds, which will deliver new homes, create jobs and provide major leisure opportunities, along with community and educational facilities that will benefit new and existing communities.

With recent momentum such as the stadium expansion progressing, and many changes in Leeds since we first adopted planning guidance over 17 years ago, it is right that we take the opportunity to refresh the vision for this area. We strongly encourage residents, businesses and any interested party to participate in the consultation to help shape the updated proposals.”