Amid the discussions about the renovation of San Siro, work continues at the site where AC Milan plans to build its new stadium. Talks with the city regarding the potential acquisition of Meazza by both Milanese clubs are not slowing down the project in San Donato.

Minimizing negative impacts

AC Milan is speeding up the construction of its new stadium in San Donato Milanese. By mid-September, the club plans to fence off the area around San Francesco, marking the official start of the project. The modern stadium is set to offer fans an exceptional experience, with further preparatory work beginning shortly after the fencing. The club has already submitted the necessary applications. Once the area is fenced off, initial groundwork preparations will commence.

Milan has already submitted a documento di scooping, which outlines the preliminary studies and environmental assessment conducted before starting a major construction project, such as the stadium. This document is part of the planning process, identifying potential impacts of the project on the environment and community. It is often required by authorities to define the scope of the work and plan measures to mitigate any negative effects on the surroundings.

The Monza Grand Prix, which continues to take place at some distance from San Donato, is an example of how a stadium in Milan could in the future be closely connected to the social, cultural, and commercial fabric of our city, said San Donato councilor Massimiliano Mistretta to Il Cittadino.

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Huge parking lots for the venue?

According to Il Cittadino, the municipality of San Donato will soon take control of two new large underground parking lots with a total of 800 spaces, built by the operator who invested in the new Eni management center. By the end of the year, both facilities will become part of the public heritage, in accordance with the requirements of the urban planning agreement signed in 2011. Mayor Squeri's administration has already begun testing the market with the intention of leasing both parking lots for an annual fee of €850,000. If AC Milan's new stadium is built, the municipality plans to make these new parking lots available to fans during hours when the offices are closed.