Smithfield has shifted plans again on the Tobs stadium—returning to Community Park after securing a new 58-acre site.

May 6, 2026 | News

Update:
• Larger site allows for parking + future expansion
• Target opening: 2027
• Total cost still unknown

CRE takeaway:
• Changing plans = entitlement and execution risk
• Early budgets often miss full infrastructure costs
• Community pushback can delay timelines

A reminder: site control, funding clarity, and public support drive whether projects move forward.

Dylan Cunningham

J Dylan Cunningham, CCIM is the founder of Oak Street Commercial Real Estate, LLC, a firm located in Apex, NC on a mission to help business owners and commercial real estate owners create long-term strategies that align with their objectives through real estate.

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