The Browns have overcome several hurdles in their quest to leave downtown Cleveland for a new stadium in suburban Brook Park. They now have another.

Via multiple reports, and as first reported by NEOtrans blog, the Ohio Department of Transportation has rejected a building permit , explaining that the structure is too tall.

“The purpose of this letter is to notify you that your permit application concerning the proposed construction of a commercial building at the above submitted location and height has been denied for the following reason: the proposed structure has been determined to be an obstruction to air navigation,” the August 1, 2025 letter states.

The stadium, per the ODOT, exceeds the maximum height for the location by 58 feet.

The Browns have issued a statement to multipl

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