Aston Villa update redevelopment plans

Aston Villa have updated their plans for the redevelopment of Villa Park’s North Stand and its immediate vicinity.A series of amendments have been submitted as part of a revised planning application to Birmingham City Council which include minor changes to the North Stand itself, while there are also new proposals for the existing Academy building.The redevelopment will increase Villa Park’s capacity to more than 50,000 and modernise the stadium to create an entertainment venue that can host major international sports tournaments and other events.Villa Park was recently selected as a venue in the UK and Ireland’s bid to host the UEFA Euro 2028 Championship, with a decision on who will secure the tournament to be announced in October. The outcome of this revised and new application is expected during the autumn.A part of the redevelopment plans involves the implementation of a modern, integrated transport strategy aimed at improving how fans and visitors arrive and depart Villa Park.The club are working with the West Midlands Combined Authority, West Midlands Rail Executive and Birmingham City Council to finalise a plan for the station. WMCA is commissioning a technical design study to support the process of unlocking funding to implement the proposed upgrades.