The redevelopment of Dalymount Park in Dublin will include a four-sided stadium with room for just under 8,000 fans.
That's almost double the current capacity of about 4,200.
Dublin City Council has chosen which proposed design it prefers, with construction on the €40 million amenity expected to finish in March of 2026.
This plan will include completely demolishing the current stadium and upgrading the club facilities.
The facility will be up to League of Ireland standard and the pitch will be re-oriented to face north and south as opposed to east-west.
A planning application is expected to be submitted in the summer, and it's hoped construction will be finished in March 2026.
Really great news today after the design decision process was concluded.
To deliver 8,000 capacity with proper terracing for 2000 will be an amazing atmosphere for fans.
We are now within costs, 8,000 and clear timelines with planning in 2023.
A long road but nearly there. https://t.co/CGiZu7Ju3Q— Daniel Lambert (@dlLambo) November 3, 2022
Amazing Atmosphere
Bohemians FC has welcomed the news that there'll be terraced areas for up to 2,000 supporters, saying it'll offer an "amazing atmoshpere".
The club's Chief Operations Officer, Daniel Lambert, says it's good to see safe standing included for 2,000 supporters:
"There's been some really tragic incidents, and that's the reason, I suppose, why terraces aren't widespread in football internationally, and why it was a UEFA rule."
"But I think maybe, when we look at it today, the terracing can be designed in a way that's safe and can ensure fan safety."
Immediate Progress
Local City Councillor Cieran Perry is "delighted" with the news.
He's particularly happy to see the capacity boosted to just under 8,000.
"The increased capacity is especially welcome and it’s great to see the commitment to community facilities also confirmed."
Cllr Perry has also called for an "immediate commitment" from Government for funding.
He added, "a huge amount of work has already gone into design and community consultation and the positivity of this announcement must be matched by immediate progress on funding"
