Anaheim Grants Final Approval for Disneyland Expansion

The theme park gets the green light to add attractions, and the city will see investments in affordable housing, parks, and street improvements.

In this handout photo provided by Disneyland Resort, a view of Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland Park illuminated during a special live streamed moment to welcome Cast Members back to the resort on April 26, 2021 at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort via Getty Images

Anaheim, home city of Disneyland, approved the theme park’s expansion plan May 7, paving the way for new attractions and entertainment in the years ahead.

The City Council unanimously approved the DisneylandForward proposal in its second and final vote Tuesday, granting permission to implement changes to the theme park over the next 40 years. This includes an investment of $1.9 billion in the project over the next decade.