Could St Albans’ Dream New Home Be Back On Again?

The plans were originally ditched when council officers did not include a new village and stadium in their draft of a new local development plan.

But a home could still be on the cards after The Local Plan was passed at a meeting of St Albans district council.

A statement has been released saying: “The council supports the principle of the development of a new stadium and training facilities for St Albans City Football Club and it is likely the community benefits arising from a thriving football club would carry considerable weight in considering any future application for a new stadium.

“The development may be supported within the Green Belt if very special circumstances can be clearly demonstrated.”

The proposal for a new stadium and 1,265 homes in Noke Lane, Colney Heath, had been well received by fans.

Saints say to progress they need to leave the historic Clarence Park.

St Albans begin their National League South season at home against Hungerford on August 4.