Chelsea have confirmed that they have submitted a planning application for a new stadium at Stamford Bridge with an expanded seating capacity.

The application, which intends to increase the seating capacity from 41,600 to 60,000, will now be examined by the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.




The planning process is expected to last until mid-2016, and redevelopment will start if the application is granted planning permission.

In order to redevelop Stamford Bridge, the stadium need to be demolished; meaning Chelsea will have to play their home games away from the arena for a period.
 


Other key details of the application are as follows.

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– An outstanding view of the stadium from every seat

– An arena designed to create an exciting atmosphere

– Direct access to and from Fulham Broadway Station, making travel more efficient

– Stadium facilities improved for every area

The news is sure to boost the morale of Chelsea fans, with the Blues enduring a stuttering campaign this term.

The Premier League champions, who were held to a goalless draw by Tottenham at the weekend, are currently 14th in the table with 15 points from 14 games.