The planned ability to reconfigure the stadium from an event use to general use through changes to tier arrangements
Provision of event facilities for media and VIPs in temporary space that can be adapted for permanent use in the final configuration
Identification of and investment in facilities required for initial event and general use.
Where a range of community-based facilities are provided as part of the stadium development, as in the KC Stadium in Hull, it is vital to ensure that infrastructure is in place to promote and provide access to the facilities upon completion of the development.
Another aspect of the sustainability of a stadium is whole life performance. While the operating costs of stadiums are not a significant component of a club's expenditure, the liability associated with long-term maintenance and replacement can be considerable - particularly for elements of the building that are subject to wear and tear or those which are exposed to the elements. Accordingly, the consideration of long-term performance compared with initial cost is an important but often ignored aspect of the development equation.