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Eagles Adjust Tailgating Rules for Oversized Vehicles
Eagles and Comcast Spectacor update tailgating rules after fan meetings to allow oversized vehicles to drop off equipment before parking.
In brief
Eagles and Comcast Spectacor update tailgating rules after fan meetings to allow oversized vehicles to drop off equipment before parking. Eagles and Comcast Spectacor introduced one-hour dropoff periods for oversized vehicles at tailgating events to address fan concerns. Originally reported by PhillyVoice.
New Tailgating Rules
Eagles and Comcast Spectacor updated tailgating rules for oversized vehicles after meeting with concerned fans.
Oversized Vehicle Dropoff Period
Oversized vehicles now get one hour to drop off equipment before parking in specified lots starting when parking gates open.
Previous Rule Restrictions
The new rules initially prohibited dropoffs for oversized vehicles at tailgating events.
Fan Meeting Details
Eagles fans met with Comcast Spectacor on Tuesday to discuss tailgating rules changes for the upcoming Sunday game.
Tailgating Association Response
The Philadelphia Tailgating Association president said the meeting was progress but more discussion is needed to resolve remaining concerns.
Parking Lot Changes
Oversized vehicles must park in Lot D near Xfinity Mobile Arena or the upper section of Lot N near Seventh Street and Pattison Avenue.
Parking Fee Adjustments
Guests with prepaid parking passes get four spaces for $100, with an option to add two more for $100 each.
Parking Fee Changes
Guests without prepaid passes must pay $200 for four spaces, with an option to add two more for $100 each.
Legal Representation
The tailgaters association hired Bochetto & Lentz to represent fans opposing the new parking rules.
Joint Statement
Comcast Spectacor COO Phil Laws and Eagles COO Frank Gumienny said the meeting was productive and fans received positive feedback on the changes.
Next Steps
The parties will observe traffic movement and parking operations during Sunday's game to improve procedures and address concerns.
What matters most
Eagles and Comcast Spectacor introduced one-hour dropoff periods for oversized vehicles at tailgating events to address fan concerns.
