Anaheim Unanimously Approves Disney's $1.9B DisneylandForward Expansion

May 8, 2024, 03:28 AM

The Anaheim City Council has unanimously granted final approval to Disney's $1.9 billion DisneylandForward expansion plan. This comprehensive multiyear initiative will enable the development of new attractions, hotels, and entertainment facilities around the existing theme parks in Anaheim. The plan, first introduced 1,137 days ago, aims to transform and expand the iconic Disneyland Resort. As part of the development, Disney plans to invest nearly $2 billion over the next decade, which includes a $40 million expenditure to purchase streets from the city of Anaheim. The expansion is expected to create thousands of jobs and significantly enhance the local economy.