Crystal Palace has successfully navigated a significant obstacle in its protracted efforts to redevelop Selhurst Park, having finalized the acquisition of six homes adjacent to the stadium.

The houses located on Wooderson Close, to the south of the venue, are set to be demolished following the relocation of the current residents.

Jason Perry, the mayor of Croydon Council, expressed his support for the sale of these properties, noting that the funds generated will contribute to the construction of new council housing.

The Premier League team has envisioned a modernization of Selhurst Park for several years, aiming to increase fan capacity from 26,000 to over 34,000 and enhance amenities, including entrances and locker rooms.

This development brings some positive news to Eagles supporters, especially following Palace’s unexpected loss to sixth-tier Macclesfield in the FA Cup third round—a tournament the club triumphantly won in May, marking their first major title.

Perry remarked, “This achievement is the outcome of ongoing collaboration between the council and the club.”

As a devoted Palace fan, he emphasized the importance of Selhurst Park to its supporters.

The initial plans for the redevelopment of Selhurst Park were disclosed in December 2017, with projections for completion set at three years.

However, progress was hindered by the Covid-19 pandemic, necessary revisions to the club’s planning application that needed fresh approval from local authorities, and concerns regarding the relocation of neighborhood residents.

In summer 2024, Crystal Palace finalized the legal agreements with Croydon Council for the main stand redevelopment.

“The aspiration to extend and modernize Selhurst Park, transforming it into a venue suitable for the 21st century, has been a long-standing goal for us,” stated the club.

According to the latest communication on the football team’s website, Crystal Palace will provide additional updates about the redevelopment project “in due course.”