Latest on Oxford United's proposed new stadium
A decision isn't expected until the summer
A decision on Oxford United's proposed new stadium won't come before June this year.
The club's accepted a request for more information to be considered with Cherwell District Council.
Their proposal is to build a 16,000-capacity stadium on land known as the Triangle near Kidlington, including a 180-bedroom hotel, restaurant, conference centre, health & well-being space, gym and community plaza.
Jonathon Clarke, Oxford United Development Director, commented:
“I’d like to reassure our supporters that planning extensions such as this are common practice with significant developments which require extensive studies and careful examination.
“We continue to have positive meetings with key stakeholders and fully appreciate the need to ensure everything is in place for a favourable decision to be made.
“This incredible, once in a lifetime project will secure the long-term future of the Club and deliver multiple benefits to local communities. The fact the application has received more than 2,400 comments in our favour is testament to the overwhelming support for this project.”
In a statement on the football club's website, they say:
"The earliest available date in which the proposal can be considered is June 5th. This is subject to change; however, the Club is focused on securing a determination on this date.
"The Club is in advanced discussions regarding alternative short-term provisions for the period between the lease at the Kassam Stadium expiring in 2026 and the new stadium being ready."