Como’s ambitious stadium redevelopment plans face fresh scrutiny as Serie A side hit with fine​

Como have completed another stage of their Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia redevelopment, with the renovated West Stand increasing the ground's capacity to 4,550.

However, the club have been fined for beginning construction before the required waiting period had expired, while wider plans for the stadium remain controversial.

Como fined over early stadium redevelopment construction

The new Gradinata Ovest (West Stand) has been constructed using precast reinforced concrete, standing 16 metres high and replacing a previous structure with a capacity of 3,960.

Its redevelopment has increased capacity to 4,550, with the seating area now positioned parallel to the pitch and closer to the playing surface. Bright blue folding seats have also been installed as part of the upgrade, which was designed to bring the stand in line with UEFA requirements.

However, Como have been issued with an administrative fine after reportedly starting construction before the statutory 30-day period following submission of their SCIA notification had expired.

The document was submitted to city authorities on May 22nd 2026, with work reportedly beginning just days later.

Opposition councillor Stefano Legnani had asked officials to investigate whether the regulations had been followed, subsequently receiving confirmation that construction had started too early.

Local reports suggest the fine amounted to several hundred euros.

Meanwhile, the wider redevelopment of Sinigaglia remains a subject of political debate.

Como say their stadium proposal has been updated following institutional feedback, but opposition representatives are calling for an open public discussion about its impact on residents and the surrounding area.

Architect Lorenza Ceruti has also questioned how the project will affect a site she believes holds importance for the entire city, rather than just the immediate neighbourhood.

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The fine is an unwanted distraction for Como, but it does not appear to have derailed their wider stadium ambitions.

The completed West Stand demonstrates that improvements are already being delivered, while the club's longer-term vision could transform the wider stadium area.

However, the redevelopment must balance Como's ambitions with the concerns of local residents. The project has considerable potential, but transparency and proper planning will be essential as the next stages progress.