Replacement and Demolition
Plans were underway to construct a new 68,000-seat stadium at Candlestick Point. However, on November 8, 2006, the 49ers announced that they would abandon their search for a location in San Francisco and begin to actively pursue the idea of building a stadium in Santa Clara, California. As a result, San Francisco withdrew its bid for the 2016 Olympics on November 13, 2006, as its centerpiece stadium was lost. Groundbreaking for the Santa Clara Stadium occurred on April 19, 2012 and the stadium is currently under construction with a planned completion date in time for the 2014 NFL season.
A Grass roots movement for the Giants to play another baseball game at Candlestick has existed since 2009. Many fans had hoped to see another game in 2010 during the 50th Anniversary of the Giants first game at Candlestick Park, but this idea was dropped due to the cost. Many fans still wish for another Giants game, but as of 2012 it has neither been confirmed or denied that the Giants will ever return to their former stadium for a final game.
With the departure of the 49ers, Candlestick Park will be left without any permanent tenants. Demolition of the stadium is expected to occur soon after the 49ers play their final game of the 2013 season.
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