Surrey partners with Surrey United Soccer Club on a 30-year lease to build a new covered sports facility at Cloverdale Athletic Park.
City Announces New Facility Agreement
The City of Surrey has issued a public notice confirming a long-term partnership with Surrey United Soccer Club (SUSC) to build a new covered training facility at Cloverdale Athletic Park. The agreement, released Aug. 18 under the city’s Community Charter, outlines how the project will move forward with city assistance and oversight.
Details of the Deal
According to the notice, the city will provide SUSC with a leasehold interest valued at more than $2.1 million for the first term, along with support worth approximately $400,000. This contribution covers sanitary service construction, external washrooms, partial maintenance, and a waiver of city interest in revenues generated by the club. The lease can run up to 30 years, ensuring long-term access for both the club and community.
Location and Construction Plans
The new sports facility will occupy a 0.26-hectare easement area and a 0.447-hectare lease portion of Cloverdale Athletic Park, located at 16900 64th Avenue. Construction will replace half of the park’s current gravel all-weather field, while the facility’s parking area will be built over the adjacent grass football field along 64th Avenue.
Council’s Approval Process
City council approved the plan in July through Corporate Report 2025-R148, brought forward by the Parks, Recreation, and Culture Department. The report recommended entering into a formal lease agreement with SUSC to allow the design, construction, operation, and eventual maintenance of the new indoor facility.
Why the Facility Matters
The project is designed to expand access to year-round training opportunities in Surrey. City documents note that the improvements will provide “in-kind” benefits to residents by giving the community greater access to covered fields. At the end of the lease term, ownership of the facility will revert to the City of Surrey, ensuring long-term value for the public.
Timeline and Community Impact
Construction is scheduled to begin before April 30, 2026, with the building expected to open as early as June of that year. SUSC, based in Cloverdale and serving thousands of members, has a history of investing in local infrastructure, including a $225,000 contribution toward the red fieldhouse at Cloverdale Athletic Park. Once completed, the new facility will significantly enhance training capacity for athletes across Surrey.
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