Transit-Oriented Development

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Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)

CTDOT is advancing a bold, statewide vision for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), using the power of walkable, connected communities to support housing, mobility, and economic growth. With numerous state‑owned parcels located next to rail and bus rapid transit (BRT) facilities, CTDOT is uniquely positioned to collaborate with local partners and the private sector to create vibrant, transit‑served neighborhoods.

Today, CTDOT is actively procuring development partners for major opportunities at New Haven Union Station and the Stamford Transportation Center. At the same time, the Department is establishing a statewide pipeline of TOD sites to guide future investment and ensure that publicly owned land is used strategically and effectively.

Our Strategic Approach  
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Program Goals

  • Encourage and facilitate development centered around public transit that supports use of public transit
  • Use data and analysis to make decisions about the best use of state resources to support TOD
  • Use best practices to advance TOD projects in proximity public transit
  • Create a pipeline of TOD projects for continuing investment based on sound real estate principles
View Overview Presentation (June 2025)  
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Desired Outcomes

  • Advance TOD in partnership with municipalities and developers to create walkable, vibrant communities
  • Promote economic growth, development, and increased transit ridership in communities with rail and bus rapid transit (BRT) service
  • Leverage private investment for new development and station capital needs investments
  • Invest in public transit infrastructure, and leverage new investment where needed
  • Utilize state land to support TOD when it is feasible
View Overview Presentation (February 2026)  

What is Transit Oriented Development?

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Walkable and Connected

  • Encourages walking, bicycling, and public transit use.
  • Promotes high‑quality urban design with more intersections, pathways, and continuous networks.
  • Aligns building heights and massing with surrounding context and activates streets with sidewalk‑fronted buildings.
  • Draws architectural inspiration from local building history to create a strong sense of place.
View Current Opportunities  
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Dense and Diverse

  • Supports a mix of housing, retail, employment, and community uses that fit the character of the area.
  • Provides a range of housing sizes and price points that align with local market demand.
  • Establishes thoughtful building envelopes through zoning, design guidelines, or other standards.
  • Encourages right‑sized parking and shared parking strategies.
View Current Opportunities  
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Context Sensitive

  • Integrates development with the surrounding neighborhood’s character and scale.
  • Accounts for local infrastructure capacity, including street widths, utilities, and parking availability.
  • Responds to community needs and policy goals through collaborative planning.
  • Minimizes environmental impacts while promoting sustainability and climate‑resilient design.
View Current Opportunities  
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TOD Prioritization Study and Map

The map shows priority locations identified through CTDOT’s statewide TOD Program. These sites represent strong opportunities to transform state‑owned land into walkable, transit‑connected, and community‑focused development.

View the Site Profiles

View the Site Prioritization
View the Map  

Current TOD Projects

New Haven Train Station

Site 1: New Haven Union Station

Learn More  
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Site 2: Stamford Transportation Center

STC-TOD  

Emerging TOD Opportunities

Coming Soon!

TOD Solicitations

RFP Solicitations will be posted here when available.