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I have contacted Richmond Council on this matter and have asked for a reply. If anyone else is so moved here is a link...

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Quote from: Fearless Fred on Thursday 31-Mar-2022, 11:35*
I would hope that there will still be the same number of Disabled Parking spots & it's regular spots that are reduced. But NS has a point. Looking at the images shared and the Google Maps grab, it does look like the area that's being used is the Broadcast truck area & a little bit in front of the current Gate 1 structures.

In total there are 6 Disabled Spaces by North Stand Entrance and a few round by Langhorn Drive Entrance currently. This has NEVER been sufficient even before we started increasing crowd sizes...
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Deadly, I suggest you also contact the club directly sa well to make your view known. They may be able to answer your issue.
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Quote from: Fearless Fred on Thursday 31-Mar-2022, 12:03*
Deadly, I suggest you also contact the club directly sa well to make your view known. They may be able to answer your issue.

Have done several times but responses were opaque to say the least. Might ping LD a note though...
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It's worth a try. There's sure to be a certain legal requirement of the number of spaces a public sporting facility has to provide.
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By setting the new fan village so far back in what is currently the car park I think it clearly shows they intend to replace the north stand sooner rather than later to increase capacity and need the immediate space behind
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Quote from: West Stand Quin on Thursday 31-Mar-2022, 12:12*
By setting the new fan village so far back in what is currently the car park I think it clearly shows they intend to replace the north stand sooner rather than later to increase capacity and need the immediate space behind

Watching the evening talk again just now, Laurie appears to be indicating a new stadium is now more a long term goal with short to medium term being including this new fan village in the North stand, replicating it in the south and expanding the stadium where possible - north stand seems to be the most obvious place.
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Quote from: Fearless Fred on Thursday 31-Mar-2022, 12:09*
It's worth a try. There's sure to be a certain legal requirement of the number of spaces a public sporting facility has to provide.

There will be local parking standards for new car parks which dictate a set proportion of disabled spaces to standard spaces. Existing car parks affected by new development will normally fall into this camp too. Don't think it's a legal requirement as such, but that's a mute point. 
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From my view:

More bars - great, the stoop has always been a pain to get beer or even a coffee at half time and closer to kick off, other premiership ground have far more bar/refreshment facilities and this can only be  good thing to better the experience.

More/Some undercover seating - great, this is needed, however, will need to be controlled tightly to avoid overcrowding if its wet or could turn into a mess with sheer numbers.

New Gate - great, better access for all

New/expanded Shop - OK, I understand it but I normally shop online

Now, what some may not like.  To be clear I'm not a season ticket holder, and there was a backlash from some fans when the members bar was restricted to Prem & Gold only, why not have this new area for the Club and Touchline members.

Non-season tickets fans could then use the Kings and other bars which would have reduced traffic as a result therefore bettering the experience for all and having the plus for the club that when they do increase season tickets they can add the value of a another 'member' bar for club and touchline.

Just a thought.
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Quote from: The Absolute Quintet on Thursday 31-Mar-2022, 12:39*
There will be local parking standards for new car parks which dictate a set proportion of disabled spaces to standard spaces. Existing car parks affected by new development will normally fall into this camp too. Don't think it's a legal requirement as such, but that's a mute point. 

[Pedant Mode] Moot, not mute [/Pedant Mode]
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Quote from: SwindonQuin on Thursday 31-Mar-2022, 13:03*
More/Some undercover seating - great, this is needed, however, will need to be controlled tightly to avoid overcrowding if its wet or could turn into a mess with sheer numbers.
A good point one benefit of this new seating area is it should reduce overcrowding in the Robshaw bar

Quote from: SwindonQuin on Thursday 31-Mar-2022, 13:03*
Now, what some may not like.  To be clear I'm not a season ticket holder, and there was a backlash from some fans when the members bar was restricted to Prem & Gold only, why not have this new area for the Club and Touchline members.
Non-season tickets fans could then use the Kings and other bars which would have reduced traffic as a result therefore bettering the experience for all and having the plus for the club that when they do increase season tickets they can add the value of a another 'member' bar for club and touchline.
No you should only be allowed in before the game if you sit in the North stand, that way supporters can quickly get to their seats without the need to walk halfway round the stadium  😉
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Quote from: AdrianB on Thursday 31-Mar-2022, 13:25*
A good point one benefit of this new seating area is it should reduce overcrowding in the Robshaw bar
No you should only be allowed in before the game if you sit in the North stand, that way supporters can quickly get to their seats without the need to walk halfway round the stadium  😉

I better buy my tickets in the North Stand...........  :P
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Quote from: Fearless Fred on Thursday 31-Mar-2022, 13:15*
[Pedant Mode] Moot, not mute [/Pedant Mode]

If only we could moot you eh FF  ;D

(Sorry, couldn't resist!)
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Quote from: SwindonQuin on Thursday 31-Mar-2022, 13:29*
I better buy my tickets in the North Stand...........  :P

Seats will probably be more expensive in north than south ….. more bars, toilets😄
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It’s good to see more bars. If they want more fans in the ground before kick off, they need to be more competitive with selection and pricing. Personally, I sail close to the wind and often stay in the Webb Ellis for as long as I can.
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