TOD - License - MBTA Realty

License Type

Application Type

Application Subtype(Required)

Application SubType Definitions

Development projects adjacent to MBTA right of way that include need for access to MBTA owned land.

Application SubType Definitions

Transit Oriented Development (TOD) projects that align with industry standard TOD goals, focusing on accessibility, urban planning, and efficient transit integration. The application encompasses proposals for real estate development, infrastructure, or community projects within the MBTA’s Zone of Influence (within 30 feet of the MBTA’s property line) that do not require access to MBTA property or right of way.

Explanation of Fees Due

Administrative Fee – $1,000 to be submitted with application

License Fee – Minimum annual fee of $1,000 for standard licenses and $5000 for telecommunication and utility licenses. To be paid at the time of license execution.

Design and Construction Review Fee – This fee is not required for all applications. If you are required to pay this fee you will be contacted by the Director of Licensing – $1,600 + Design Review Fee (to be determined by MBTA)

All checks should be made payable to the MBTA and submitted to:

Greystone
Attention: Director of Licensing
20 Park Plaza, Suite 1120
Boston, MA 02116

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority- Application for Entry Upon MBTA Railroad, Transit or Other Property

Contact Information

Applicant Name(Required)

First Last

Title

Company Name(Required)

Legal Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Business Type

State of Incorporation

Billing Information

Billing Address Same as above

Billing Address same as above

Billing Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Billing Phone(Required)

Billing Email(Required)

General Information

Proposed License Commencement Date(Required)

Anticipated length of project(Required)

Please enter a number from 0 to 60.

Agents for applicant for service of notice

Is applicant self-insured?

Attach copies of authorizing legislation or certification thereof

Max. file size: 5 MB.

Applicant’s officer authorized to sign agreement:

a) Name

First Last

b) Title

c) Email

Does your project trigger approval under the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA)?(Required)

Please attach your MEPA certificate.(Required)

Max. file size: 5 MB.

Project Description

1) Specific description of proposed construction location, i.e. Property Address, Crossing, Right of Way(Required)

2) Brief description of purpose of entry and/or installation (including types of pipes and other attachments or ancillary facilities to be installed on MBTA Railroad Property)(Required)

Space Requirements

Please submit, using one of the methods mentioned above, a plan along with your signed application that outlines the requirements for the size and configuration of the proposed license area. Plans submitted for review by the MBTA must show all property lines, structures, and the MBTA Zone of Influence (ZOI). Your plan must clearly indicate both the limits of the MBTA right-of-way (ROW) and the distance from the tracks, as well as any improvements therein. An example is shown below.

Technical Information

1. Does your project involved the use of a crane or lift (ie. have potential to foul the MBTA's ROW)?(Required)

Please provide a crane swing radius plan and supporting specifications of the crane to be used.(Required)

Max. file size: 5 MB.

2. Have you been coordinating or discussing your project with an MBTA Transit Oriented Development staff member or project manager?(Required)

Name of MBTA staff member or project manager(Required)

First Last

3. Does your project include the demolition of any existing buildings or structures, in addition to construction activities?(Required)

Please describe and include distances from MBTA property.(Required)

As part of your project, will any drainage be directed towards the MBTA’s property or right of way?

Will your project require the use of the MBTA's property for any laydown or staging purposes?(Required)

What is the square footage of MBTA land to be occupied?

Please provide a clear plan depicting the area of MBTA land to be used.

Max. file size: 5 MB.

Is your project related to a housing development or re-development?(Required)

What is the total # of Units which will be created by your housing Development?(Required)

Is your project an Affordable housing development?(Required)

How close will your project's work activities take place in relation to the MBTA's property line? (please confirm the distance in feet).(Required)

Please describe the project’s current permitting status with the local municipality(Required)

Is parking being permitted?(Required)

Will your project require any utility, telecommunication, or access connections, to be installed on the MBTA's property?(Required)

Please describe(Required)

MBTA reserves the right to review and grant rights at their sole discretion

Please provide a detailed surveyed plan (clearly showing property boundaries)

Max. file size: 5 MB.

Please provide the proposed crane’s height.

Please provide crane’s weight.

Supplemental Documents

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 15 MB.

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TOD – License

Application SubType Definitions

Transit Oriented Development (With Access)

Application SubType Definitions

Transit Oriented Development – NO Access

Explanation of Fees Due

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority- Application for Entry Upon MBTA Railroad, Transit or Other Property

Contact Information

Billing Information

General Information

Project Description

Space Requirements

Technical Information