TIMELINE: Here's when to expect changes at UD Arena

Work will immediately begin on the University of Dayton Arena’s $72 million renovation, officials said.

In fact, some behind-the-scenes preparation work has already begun on the three-phase project, officials said. Work will ramp up in about three weeks from now.

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Some of the biggest changes to the arena won’t be seen for several years. Those seeking better WiFi connections will have to wait until 2018-19, while air conditioning won’t flow through the building until 2019-20.

Here’s a look at when fans will see the big changes:

PHOTOS: What will the UD Arena renovations look like?

Phase One — 2017-18

» Seating: New 100/200 level seats with cup holders and handrails; upgrade courtside seating, press seating, and add ADA seating.

» Scoreboard and audio: New four-sided center hung video board and LED ribbon boards on the fascia of Spectrum Flight Deck and suites; improved audio systems.

» TV viewing: Move TV broadcast area from SE to NE corner of the arena; remove existing "crow's nest" camera platform and create new one in upper east side seats and upgrade broadcast infrastructure.

» Infrastructure: Install platforms for the new four corner terrace suites; upgrade dewatering pumps; begin exterior structures for future phases.

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Phase Two — 2018-19

» Concourses: New west side concourse; added and upgraded restrooms, concession stands and merchandise locations; new south side and west side entrance with VIP parking; new elevator and stairs to event level.

» Seating: New 300/400 level seats on west side; new club seats between 200/300 levels on west side, and addition of west side club.

» Improvements: WiFi improved; renovated event level locker rooms and training room; new media room and press conference area; corner video boards moved and turned toward 300/400 level.

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Phase Three — 2019-20

» Concourses: New east side concourse; added and upgraded concession stands; new main ticket box office, lobby and team store; upgraded and added restrooms; finished 360 degree concourse renovation with updated finishes and branding.

» Seats: New 300/400 level seats on the east side; new club seats between 200/300 on east side with addition of new club; new terrace suites at the four corners; new elevator to 400 level terrace on east side.

» Air conditioning: Will be installed in the bowl.

» Outdoors: New exterior design, upgraded lighting and landscaping.

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