Grants for Walkable Transit Neighborhoods: Boring But Beneficial
Published Date: 5/11/2026
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Summary
The Federal Transit Administration is offering nearly $28.5 million in grants for 2026 to help communities plan smart, walkable neighborhoods near transit stops. Cities and local groups can apply by July 10, 2026, to get funding that supports better transit-oriented development. This is a great chance to make public transit easier and neighborhoods more connected and fun!
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Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Nearly $28.5M for Transit Planning
The Federal Transit Administration is offering $28,492,618 in competitive grants for the FY2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development Planning. Communities can apply for this funding to support planning for walkable neighborhoods near transit stops.
How and When to Apply
Complete proposals must be submitted electronically through the GRANTS.GOV "APPLY" function by 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on July 10, 2026; mail and fax submissions will not be accepted. The Funding Opportunity ID is FTA-2026-003-TPE-TODP and the Assistance Listing Number is 20.541.
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