Federal Register #DOTOST20261487

DOT Requests Public Comment on Loan Sizing Guidance for Transit-Oriented Development Projects

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Build America Bureau is seeking public comment on proposed interim guidance for determining preferred loan sizes for transit-oriented development (TOD) projects under the RRIF and TIFIA credit programs. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Build America Bureau - Scope of Request: - Soliciting feedback on a draft policy for sizing loans for TOD projects - Applies to active RRIF and TIFIA projects with preliminary eligibility or NEPA process initiation - No procurement of products or services; this is a policy guidance request - Products/Services: - No products, part numbers, or quantities specified - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Policy proposes a methodology linking transportation benefits to maximum loan size - Input requested on whether to apply methodology to all current and future TOD applicants - Guidance document available for public review and comment - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors mentioned, as this is not a product or service procurement - Additional Details: - Feedback will influence future credit assistance for TOD projects under federal programs

Description

The Build America Bureau of the U.S. Department of Transportation is seeking public comment on a proposed guidance document that sets an interim policy for preferred loan sizing for transit-oriented development (TOD) projects under the RRIF and TIFIA credit programs. This interim policy applies only to active projects in the pipeline that have received preliminary eligibility determination or initiated the NEPA process. Other projects will need to apply or reapply once a final policy and updated application process are announced. Comments are due by May 18, 2026.

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