The city of Rijeka is taking steps towards the possible construction of a new football stadium, as Mayor Iva Rinčić announced the initiation of boundary changes concerning the maritime good status of the existing Kantrida stadium. Although there has not been a recent push to apply for cultural heritage status for the Kantrida stadium, it has not been ruled out that such a request may be filed in the future. The discussions have focused on modifying the boundaries of the maritime good that relates directly to the stadium area, aimed at facilitating the potential development of a new sports facility.

Mayor Rinčić explained that the proposal involves shifting the maritime boundaries closer to the sea to exempt the auxiliary stadium area from maritime good jurisdiction, as it currently serves no purpose relevant to the maritime good. This change aims to enable future plans for constructing a new stadium on that site, although the exact specifications and timeline for such development remain unclear at this point. The local government has taken the necessary steps to propose these changes, highlighting the importance of local autonomy in urban planning matters.

The Primorsko-Goranska County is currently reviewing the proposal and has provided a counter-proposal, indicating that discussions between various governmental levels are ongoing. This neighborhood collaboration aims to balance heritage concerns with modern infrastructure needs, showcasing Rijeka's ambition to revamp its sporting facilities and create a venue that could potentially benefit the local economy and community engagement in sports.