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Bank of America Stadium renovations get approval

CHARLOTTE — Mecklenburg County gave the green light to the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte Major League Soccer to start renovations on the Bank of America Stadium.

A permit issued last week by the county allows for the interior demolition to offices and a referee room.

[PAST COVERAGE: Sources: City discussing potential $100-200M stadium renovations for MLS]

It also allows for the demolition of some seating.

Changes to the stadium will include soccer specific-locker rooms and new entrances to the field.

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