ENReal Estate and Permits
The Real Estate Department administers a district-wide program for right-of-way acquisition, asset management, station activation, Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and joint development related projects.
Asset Management and Permits
Asset Management functions include: Property management of SacRT’s property and light rail right of way; generation and collection of income through the issuance of: Right of Entry, Permits, Leases and Licenses, for uses such as, rail crossings, utility installations, fiber optics and other secondary uses; as well as, disposition sale of excess and surplus property.
If you would like to perform work on or through SacRT parcels, or in SacRT’s rail right of way, or need an easement or license agreement with SacRT: please email the below Application for Access to SacRT ROW or Property to permits@sacrt.com
Completion of On-Track Safety Training will be required before working near the tracks. To avoid delays in work, Contractor is advised to have all workers that may be performing work complete this training at the earliest opportunity. The training is good for two years. To schedule this training, email on-tracksafetytraining@sacrt.com
Depending on the location of the work and whether a new legal agreement (right of entry, license, easement, etc.) is required, the applicant may be required to provide insurance naming SacRT and other entities as additional insureds. Even if insurance is not required as a condition of work, the applicant is advised to obtain insurance as a means of protecting itself from claims arising from the work. In particular, a Railroad Protective Liability Policy or endorsement would provide any coverage for construction or demolition work occurring within 50 feet of railroad tracks or equipment. See below link for SacRT’s standard insurance recommendations. The actual required limits may vary but these provide a starting point for engaging a broker in conversation about current coverage and any adjustments that may be needed.
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Activating SacRT’s Mobility Hubs and Stations
SacRT has begun partnering with community organizations to revitalize transit ridership, enhance customer services and create neighborhood amenities by activating underutilized light rail station parking lots. SacRT seeks partners for projects that celebrate the arts, culture and public life that define our surrounding neighborhoods. In the long term, SacRT hopes these efforts will bolster economic development on old commercial corridors and provide incubator opportunities for local residents and small businesses.
SacRT is strategically building out its mobility hubs and fostering transit-oriented communities around stations while also improving safety, making the stations more welcoming and creating amenities for existing neighborhoods. Events and activities include weekly farmers markets, monthly concert and food truck series, job fairs, bike rodeos, regional cultural festivals, art installations and pop-up art activities and EV charger installations.
Any group interested in hosting a community-focused event on SacRT’s property, please fill out this form and email it to permits@sacrt.com.
Transit Oriented Development
“Transit Oriented Communities (TOC)” is a neighborhood-focused term describing the communities surrounding frequent, high-capacity transit such as light rail or Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). This is often referred to as Transit Oriented Developments (TOD). TOCs are specifically designed as walkable, mixed-use environments that support a greater density of people. In neighborhoods that integrate housing, employment and other activity centers with high-quality transit, it is more likely that people will utilize public transit for trips that would otherwise be taken in an automobile. Benefits to the local community and the region include improved health and active lifestyles; increased access and connectivity to jobs, school, entertainment and retail opportunities; increased economic benefits and investment; reduction in vehicle miles traveled and greenhouse gas emissions; and options for more affordable and diverse housing. (Please see SacRT’s Guide to TOD at TOD-Final.pdf (sacrt.com)
The Regional TOD Action Plan was developed in 2020 to help local governments, property owners, developers, and the community encourage TOC projects that would result in inclusive, sustainable, and connected communities.
Joint development is a strategic partnership between the public and private sectors to maximize the utility and value of the transit system and surrounding real estate, and benefits of both to the community (following Federal Transit Administration rules).
SacRT has advanced its transit-oriented developments (TOD) at several SacRT light rail Station park-and-ride lots and surplus lots.
Meadowview Station TOD grant study: SacRT will be working with the community to create a station master plan and site assessment to progress TOD development of the excess property at Meadowview station.
University/65th Street Station – Wexler: The Wexler, a 223 college student-focused housing units along with ground-floor retail is located next to one of SacRT’s busiest transit hubs – supporting over 40,000 light rail and 30,000 bus riders monthly. The development brought the modernization of bus stops on 67th and Q Streets. These enhancements, featuring ADA-complaint crosswalks, have significantly improved transit accessibility and safety.
Cemo Circle: SacRT sold surplus property in Gold River to USA Properties Fund, Inc., which constructed a bike-friendly, high-density apartment community called Aurora. The 162-apartment community, located at 2220 Cemo Circle, is the first new multifamily development in almost two decades in Gold River.
Royal Oaks Station – Salvator Apartments: Adjacent to the Royal Oaks Station, the Salvator Apartments, a sustainable infill development featuring 120 affordable homes.
Arden/Del Paso Station – 440 Arden Way: SacRT partnered with BRIDGE Housing to secure funding for 124 affordable units at 440 Arden Way, adjacent to the Arden/Del Paso Station.
Acquisition
The department is also responsible for purchasing the property rights necessary for constructing and maintaining SacRT’s transportation system. Functions are comprised of: Appraisal, environmental site assessments, relocation assistance, acquisition and leases. Current expansion projects include: Dos Rios Station, Light Rail Modernization Project, Folsom 15-Minute Service, Downtown Riverfront Streetcar, Zero-Emission Bus Facility Buildout, the Green Line, and Blue Line Extension to Elk Grove.
Real Estate Department Contacts
Traci Canfield
Senior Manager, TOD & Real Estate tcanfield@sacrt.com 916-217-0157
Renee Nielson
Senior Real Estate Analyst
rnielson@sacrt.com
916-556-0308
Roxanna Burgos
Senior Administrative Assistant permits@sacrt.com- 916-556-0308