The proposed demolition of Chepstow Racecourse’s northern spectator stand and the construction of a new exhibition hall facility looks set to be approved.

The racecourse is owned by Arena Racing, who submitted the application to replace the current stand which has been out of use for the last year as it was said to be unfit for purpose.

The new building will be 16,275 sq ft in size and will be able to accommodate around 2,000 customers.

It is also expected to bring with it two new full time positions, along with around 30 part time jobs on major race days.

The new facility is to be constructed around a large central hall which would also be used for dog shows as a show ring, with the racecourse also being able to use it to provide race day hospitality.

The application is set to be presented to Monmouthshire County Council on August 2, 2016, with a report to be presented to the planning committee that will meet the recommending approval.

In the report, it states that the design of the new building will “complement and enhance the existing racecourse complex.”

It also reads: “The addition of an exhibition hall within Chepstow Race Course is considered to have a positive impact upon the economy of Monmouthshire, supporting business and tourism within the county.”

The application says that any impact of noise and highway safety can be managed adequately with conditions recommended to help control any of these issues that may arise.

Chepstow Racing and Events also submitted a letter alongside the plans, stating that the new Kennel Club exhibition hall would make a major difference to the site’s facilities and allow it to compete with other venues nearby, while also “enhancing the customer experience and, in turn, increasing attendances.”

The famous course first opened in 1920 and is home to the Welsh Grand National.