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Rail Industrial Access Program is sponsored by Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation. This program provides funding to construct or rehabilitate railroad tracks to serve new or expanding industrial and commercial projects.
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Rail Industrial Access (RIA) - DRPT Rail Industrial Access (RIA) The Rail Industrial Access Program promotes truck diversion by providing grant assistance to connect new or expanding businesses to the freight railroad network. A grant of up to $750,000 may be requested. Funding requires a 30 percent match by the applicant.
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Try out these helpful one-pagers: Request a Notice to Proceed Submit an Extension Request Submit a Performance Report CTB Resolution: Rail Industrial Access Policy Update DRPT’s WebGrants site is the portal that allows DRPT’s partners to apply for funding, submit reimbursement requests, manage grants, and report performance requirements.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Private businesses, local governments, and economic development authorities in Virginia seeking freight rail connections; 30% cost match required. Eligible costs include engineering, site preparation, track construction/rehabilitation, environmental mitigation, and mainline railroad switch installation. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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