Liverpool FC submits £300m revised stadium plan

Liverpool Football Club has submitted a revised planning application for its proposed £300m stadium in Stanley Park. The capacity of the stadium remains at 60,000, with the potential to increase to more than 75,000 in the future, subject to improved transport links. The club has reworked the original design to include an 18,000-seat single-tier Kop stand. The design by architect HKS also includes an innovative glass wall. Rick Parry, chief executive of LFC, said: “The asymmetric design sets it apart from other new stadia, as it is a clear move away from what is becoming the traditional bowl model. “A critical design consideration was to ensure the stadium sat naturally within its park environment, complementing its surroundings and a huge amount of work has been done to ensure this happens. “The stadium is a massive investment in North Liverpool and a key driver in the regeneration of the whole area.” Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard said: “To be honest I knew it was going to be great but after spending five minutes looking at the plans I was just completely blown away by it.” The new design comes following input from American investors Tom Hicks and George Gillett, who took over the club earlier this year. The stadium is expected to be completed by the start of the 2010 football season. Turley Associates is advising the club. david.quinn@egi.co.uk