Originally Posted by
Stupie82
The first point ... I know first hand that these meetings have taken place between the club and council, because I have been involved in them. Secondly, I have seen on two occasions the proposals for the redevelopment of Pittodrie and both times the the idea was pretty much kicked out from the get-go. The cost of fully redeveloping Pittodrie was once estimated to be around £25-30m (that figure has likely increased), however, since the area around it has been developed, the layout of the ground would likely have to be changed, the capacity would have to be reduced and the cost would be around the same figure. Then there are the costs to build facilities separately, which as far as i am aware have never gone before the planning department at ACC, but would again cost millions to build on city land.
In my own opinion, Kingsford would be the best option for value for money, however i can see both sides of the argument.