Tottenham's revised proposal to build London's biggest club stadium have been passed by Haringey Council.
A lengthy council meeting on Wednesday drifted into the early hours of Thursday morning, but the vote went 8-2 in favour of Tottenham and their chairman Daniel Levy.
The 61,000 seater stadium, which will be built adjacent to the club's current White Hart Lane home, will cost £400m and is expected to be completed in time for the 2018-19 season.
There is a also a provision for NFL games to be played at the new stadium, using a retractable pitch, while 600 flats will be built as part of the development.
The plans must be formally approved by London's Mayor Boris Johnson, but he has previously stated his enthusiasm for the project.
Speaking back in July, Levy told Sky Sports News HQ: "What we're trying to create here is a vibrant community. We're trying to create a leisure hub.
"It's not just about the soccer or the NFL. It's the other activities we are including in our plans, the extreme sports facility which we think will be a major tourist attraction.
"The idea that you will be able to walk all the way up to the top of the roof we think will be something that will be quite thrilling. So it will create jobs.
"In 10-15 years, what you see Tottenham is today will be completely transformed. With the co-operation of the government, Mayor and local authority, you will see massive investment coming into this area; transport improvement, lots of new houses and most importantly lots of new jobs."
Tottenham's last season at White Hart Lane is expected to be the 2016-17 season, leaving them to think about a temporary home while the new stadium is being constructed.
A move to Wembley Stadium has previously been discussed, although Chelsea are also interested in playing there while Stamford Bridge is extended
There is also the potential for a ground-share with West Ham at the remodelled Olympic Stadium or a move outside London to Milton Keynes.
Courtesy: Sky.com
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