Leeds United plan to emulate New York’s High Line as part of their ambitious Elland Road redevelopment, according to a report.
A forecast has indicated the project could generate around £29m for the Leeds City Region economy, with the stadium capacity expected to reach 53,000.
However, it is not just a case of adding extra seats in LS11. There are plans to develop the areas around the stadium and it has been claimed the Whites are looking stateside for inspiration.
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Leeds United are planning a major redevelopment of Elland Road. | Molly Darlington/Getty Images
‘Plans’ to emulate New York
According to Mail Online, plans to recreate a walkway similar to Manhattan’s famous High line are progressing.
The report has claimed there is a plan to develop ‘sky park’ connecting the city centre to Elland Road on the Holbeck Viaduct.
The High Line, a 1.45-mile long elevated linear park, greenway and rail trail, is a major tourist attaction in the United States.
Significant funding is said to be in place for a version in West Yorkshire, with the aim reportedly be to resemble Wembley Way for thousands walking down to the game.
A redevelopment of such scale would also provide the South Leeds area with a stronger connection to the city centre. It has been claimed a formal planning application will be submitted.
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Leeds United plan to expand Elland Road’s capacity to 53,000. | George Wood/Getty Images
Paraag Marathe on expansion
When Leeds were granted planning permission for their Elland Road expansion last month, Whites chairman Paraag Marathe said: “We are delighted to have secured planning permission for the expansion of Elland Road Stadium.
“This is a historic day for Leeds United Football Club. As custodians of this great club, we are committed to its long-term success, and today’s decision supports our ambition to establish Leeds in the Premier League and continue progressing over the years to come. I would like to thank everyone involved in the project to date, for helping us reach this point.”