On March 25, the Disneyland Resort filed an application with the city of Anaheim to begin the process of updating our existing development approvals to start to lay the groundwork for future development and expansion in the decades to follow. These updated approvals will allow for future flexibility and the opportunity for more integrated experiences to be built and located throughout Disneyland Resort properties.
Although the Disneyland Resort currently has the development approvals to build additional theme park attractions, hotel rooms, entertainment, retail, dining, shopping and parking, our existing development approvals severely limit the ways in which Disney can expand and locate offerings.
That is why Disneyland is launching DisneylandForward, a multi-year public planning effort with the city of Anaheim to update development approvals that meet the current and future demand in entertainment. With these updated approvals, Disneyland Resort will continue to be an industry leader in bringing first-of-a-kind offerings to Anaheim, which in turn will create thousands of new jobs and help support Anaheim’s funding for important services such as fire, police and public schools.
While there are no specific plans to share at this time, the possibilities for the future are nearly endless. Other Disney theme parks around the world are introducing new magic like Zootopia, currently under construction at Shanghai Disneyland, and Tangled- and Frozen-themed lands at Tokyo DisneySea. With more flexibility in planning, projects like these could serve as inspiration as Disney Imagineers dream up what’s possible for the Disneyland Resort.
It is important to know that Disneyland Resort is not seeking any public funding in this effort and is not seeking to develop any additional square footage or hotel rooms beyond what is already allowed. Disney will be working with the city and community to update existing approvals to allow for future integrated, immersive experiences to be appropriately placed and built throughout Disney properties.
If you would like to learn more about exciting plans for the future of the Disneyland Resort, please visit DisneylandForward.com.
Start Planning Your Disney Vacation Today!
More Disney News Stories
Incredibles at Tomorrowland Expo at Magic Kingdom Park
The new “Incredibles 2” film set domestic box office records in its opening weekend, including – in true superhero style – smashing the record for biggest animated debut of all time! If you are “Incredibles 2” fans, you have to check out all the fun of...
Disney Halloween party vacation package
You can kick off fall at in the most exciting way of all with this incredible vacation package at Walt Disney World Resort. From Sept. 3-8, 2018, enjoy a 5-night stay at select Disney Moderate, Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resort, 4-day Magic Your Way® tickets...
Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind to Open in 2019 along Pixar Pier
There are four exciting neighborhoods to discover at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure® Park —Incredibles Park, Toy Story Boardwalk, Pixar Promenade and Inside Out Headquarters. Located on the western end of the pier, the lush and colorful Inside...
2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Events
2018 Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival Next week, you can book food demonstrations, wine tastings, seminars or celebrity chef events during the 2018 Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World® Resort. Starting...
Disneyland Resort is Ready for Summer at Downtown Disney
It’s officially summer at the Disneyland® Resort! With the first-ever Pixar Fest in full swing and Pixar Pier opening in just a few weeks, the resort is buzzing with excitement! Also, just in time for you summer visit, Downtown Disney® District has...
