Disneyland has filed permits that could kickstart the path to a third instalment of the popular California destination.

The theme park has initiated construction authorisation for its brand new 6,000-space parking structure in Anaheim. The addition will include security screening and a pedestrian bridge leading visitors to Downtown Disney.

Disney called it a “necessary” step to welcoming guests to “new experiences” that will be added in years to come.

In a statement, Disneyland said: “These enhanced parking, transit and arrival offerings are the first step in our next phase of construction, creating the infrastructure necessary to prepare for future growth and to welcome more guests as new experiences are added.”

Not only will the transportation centre provide guests with thousands of new parking spaces, it will connect them to Harbor Boulevard and Disney Way.

Multi-year construction on the parking hub will begin this autumn.