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The Haslam family boosted its stake in the Browns’ stadium project to $1.755 billion (about 67.5% of total cost). Ohio will contribute $600 million via a grant fund that is being challenged in court, while Brook Park will add $245 million from tax revenues. Haslam Sports Group will also invest $1 billion for a surrounding mixed-use development, and the stadium—nicknamed the “Super Theater”—is planned to seat 67,500 and open in 2029.
The Cleveland Browns began mass excavation on March 2, 2026 at the Brook Park site for Huntington Bank Field, kicking off a $3.4 billion Northeast Ohio development that includes a 67,500-seat enclosed stadium and a mixed-use district. With over $2 billion in private investment, the project will create thousands of local jobs (with at least 75% of work hours reserved for locals) and is on track for a 2029 opening, with the official groundbreaking set for April 30.
The Cleveland Browns are planning to build a new indoor stadium in Brook Park, Ohio, with a projected cost of $2.4 billion, aiming to open by 2029. The deal involves a mix of private funding, state unclaimed funds, and local taxes, with ongoing negotiations with the city of Cleveland and Brook Park. The stadium will have a capacity of 67,500, host major events like soccer and basketball tournaments, and include significant surrounding development. Key issues remaining include finalizing agreements with local governments and securing funding for maintenance and traffic improvements.
The Cleveland Browns and Cleveland city officials have agreed on a $100 million settlement to facilitate the construction of a new $2.4 billion suburban stadium in Brook Park, with the team paying for demolition of the current stadium and collaborating on infrastructure improvements, aiming for a 2029 opening, while dropping legal disputes.
The Cleveland Browns and the city of Cleveland reached a $100 million settlement to facilitate the team's move to a new $2.4 billion stadium in suburban Brook Park, Ohio, ending legal disputes and securing commitments for community projects and city redevelopment.
The Cleveland Browns and the City of Cleveland settled their legal disputes over the team's move to Brook Park with a $100 million agreement, allowing the team to relocate and build a new stadium in the suburbs.
The Cleveland Browns and the city of Cleveland have reached a $100 million agreement to relocate the team's stadium to Brook Park, ending a lengthy dispute and paving the way for a new $2.4 billion stadium, which will end months of legal and political conflicts over the team's move from downtown Cleveland.
Cleveland has filed a lawsuit to halt all work on a new Browns stadium in Brook Park, arguing that the team should not take steps towards building a new stadium before their current lease expires in 2028, potentially forcing the team to stay in Cleveland longer without a long-term deal while negotiating a new stadium agreement.
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb expressed disappointment over Ohio's decision to allocate $600 million in public funds and change the Art Modell Law to facilitate the Browns' relocation to Brook Park, raising concerns about economic impact, legal challenges, and public opposition to using taxpayer money for stadiums.
The Cleveland Browns are close to purchasing 176 acres in Brook Park for a new domed stadium, following legal changes allowing their move from Cleveland, with plans to break ground in 2026 and open in 2029.
The Cleveland Browns have unveiled plans for a new stadium in Brook Park, which will be surrounded by two upscale hotels, 1,100 apartments, retail spaces, and 500,000 square feet of office space. The project is in collaboration with Lincoln Property Company, known for similar developments near NFL stadiums. However, details on public financing for the project remain unclear.
The Cleveland Browns are advocating for a $1.2 billion public subsidy to help fund a $2.4 billion domed stadium in Brook Park, arguing it would attract major events to the region. However, the team has not disclosed detailed financing plans, and Cuyahoga County has already declined to contribute, with state funding also uncertain.
A study by RCLCO highlights the potential economic benefits of a new domed stadium and mixed-use development in Brook Park, Ohio, which could boost Northeast Ohio's economy by $1.2 billion annually and create nearly 5,400 permanent jobs. The development is expected to attract up to 1.5 million additional visitors, benefiting downtown Cleveland with increased spending in hospitality sectors. The relocation of the Cleveland Browns stadium could also facilitate lakefront redevelopment, enhancing long-term regional growth.
As the Cleveland Browns seek a new or renovated stadium, a Cleveland City Council member has reminded the team's owners of the "Art Modell law," which prevents teams receiving taxpayer money from playing most home games elsewhere without approval. The Browns are considering a move to Brook Park, and the options include renovating the current stadium for around $1 billion or building a new domed stadium in Brook Park for around $2 billion.
As the Cleveland Browns seek a new or renovated stadium, a Cleveland City Council member has reminded the team's owners of the "Art Modell law," which prevents teams receiving taxpayer money from playing most home games elsewhere without approval. The Browns are considering a move to Brook Park, and the options include renovating the current stadium for around $1 billion or building a new domed stadium in Brook Park for around $2 billion.