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Post by The Lucky C on Jul 24, 2007 7:25:29 GMT -1
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Post by The Lucky C on Jul 24, 2007 7:41:37 GMT -1
BBC finally updated...
Brighton and Hove Albion FC has been given the go-ahead to build a multi-million pound 22,000 seater stadium in Falmer.
Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government Hazel Blears gave the project planning approval on Tuesday.
The League One side, who currently play at the Withdean Stadium, have been without a permanent home since 1997.
And in 2005 it thought it had won its battle to build the arena, but an error led to the decision being quashed.
The planning application for a new ground on land north of Village Way, in Falmer, has been through two public inquiries.
It was opposed by some residents, the parish council, Lewes council and conservation groups because of its proximity to the South Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Changes announced earlier this month to the boundaries for a South Downs National Park mean a stadium coach park at Falmer no longer falls within the proposed park.
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Post by Neko Bazu on Jul 24, 2007 7:47:01 GMT -1
Lucky gits   Good for you though!  |
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Post by jh1980 on Jul 24, 2007 7:48:08 GMT -1
I think in planning terms it's not the best decision - but you guys really need the new stadium, so I'm glad you've got it. I do wish there had been a brownfield site in the existing settlement though which could have been used...  |
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Post by The Lucky C on Jul 24, 2007 7:57:21 GMT -1
It's the only viable option really. However, I've always been a bit amused about us building on an area of outstanding natural beauty. It's a muddy ruined field next to a duel carrriageway!
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Post by HURLOCK on Jul 24, 2007 7:57:46 GMT -1
Thats great news! Could never understand as to why there was any objection. There is nothing in Falmer!
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Post by The Lucky C on Jul 24, 2007 8:00:31 GMT -1
Thats great news! Could never understand as to why there was any objection. There is nothing in Falmer! Nothing but a bunch of NIMBYs anyway |
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Post by jh1980 on Jul 24, 2007 8:03:35 GMT -1
Okay that seems fair enough, I'm just surprised there was no derelict industrial site in the town or summat like that. Not to bang on but my dissertation is railing against the building of out-of-town stadia (even if I accept that in this case it was the best practical option) |
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Post by The Lucky C on Jul 24, 2007 8:04:41 GMT -1
Okay that seems fair enough, I'm just surprised there was no derelict industrial site in the town or summat like that. Not to bang on but my dissertation is railing against the building of out-of-town stadia (even if I accept that in this case it was the best practical option) No real option. Unless we tore down a retail park as revenge... |
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Post by jh1980 on Jul 24, 2007 8:06:24 GMT -1
No real option. Unless we tore down a retail park as revenge... *struggles to respond sensibly. Fails!* THAT'S a GREAT idea! ;D |
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Post by The Lucky C on Jul 24, 2007 8:12:09 GMT -1
No real option. Unless we tore down a retail park as revenge... *struggles to respond sensibly. Fails!* THAT'S a GREAT idea! ;D we can lock Bill Archer in one of the DIY shops as it's being torn down! |
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Post by thales on Jul 24, 2007 8:12:53 GMT -1
that's taken a long fucking time! good luck anyway  |
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Post by jh1980 on Jul 24, 2007 8:14:52 GMT -1
*struggles to respond sensibly. Fails!* THAT'S a GREAT idea! ;D we can lock Bill Archer in one of the DIY shops as it's being torn down! *starts to make campaign placards!* ;D |
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Post by C@V on Jul 24, 2007 8:25:26 GMT -1
About time eh. It's homophobic to not allow Brighton a nice sparkly new ground! |
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Post by weallloveleeds on Jul 24, 2007 9:59:57 GMT -1
WOOOO!!! Well done  ...And now away fans facilities can advance from the stoneage  |
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Post by The Lucky C on Jul 24, 2007 10:20:41 GMT -1
WOOOO!!! Well done ...And now away fans facilities can advance from the stoneage you know you're looking forward to the trip down |
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Post by Argyle_Smurf on Jul 24, 2007 10:27:16 GMT -1
You mean I'll never get the comedy aspect of a trip to the Withdean again? Thats a shame, it was my first ever away trip. How we laughed...
Seriously, though, well done, and get on with it.......
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Post by The Lucky C on Jul 24, 2007 10:52:50 GMT -1
You mean I'll never get the comedy aspect of a trip to the Withdean again? Thats a shame, it was my first ever away trip. How we laughed... Seriously, though, well done, and get on with it....... and it made you realise just how lucky you are... |
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Post by Argyle_Smurf on Jul 24, 2007 11:00:07 GMT -1
That much is true. Not to have to live in Brighton Kidding!!! |
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Post by The Lucky C on Jul 24, 2007 13:52:48 GMT -1
That much is true. Not to have to live in Brighton Kidding!!! |
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