FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning
About This Grant
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for approximately $28.5 million in Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 funding. The Pilot Program for TOD Planning helps support FTA s mission of improving public transportation for America s communities by providing funding to local communities to integrate land use and transportation planning around a new fixed guideway or core capacity improvement project. Per statute, any comprehensive or site specific planning funded through the program must examine ways to improve economic development and ridership, foster multimodal connectivity and accessibility, improve transit access for pedestrian and bicycle traffic, engage the private sector, identify infrastructure needs, and enable mixed-use development near transit stations.
Grant Summary
FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning is a DOT - Federal Transit Administration grant providing funding that varies by award. Applications are due 2026-07-10 (closing in 4 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
How to Apply
Up to $0K
2026-07-10
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning from DOT - Federal Transit Administration, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to DOT - Federal Transit Administration before the deadline.
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FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning?
FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning is offered by DOT - Federal Transit Administration and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning provide?
FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning provides an amount that varies by award per award from DOT - Federal Transit Administration. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning deadline?
Applications for FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning are due 2026-07-10 (closing in 4 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, DOT - Federal Transit Administration, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning?
To apply for FY 2026 Pilot Program for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from DOT - Federal Transit Administration.