Eligible project costs include: Engineering and design Site preparation, including grading and drainage Track construction Switches Grade crossings and signals Ineligible project costs include: Relocation of utilities Acquisition of right-of-way...

Projects should contribute to economic growth and development by attracting new and expanding companies that will increase employment opportunities for North Carolina citizens. none...

Joint Economic Development Program The NC Department of Transportation and the North Carolina Department of Commerce work closely together to provide transportation improvements and infrastructure that expedites industrial/commercial growth and...

Funds may be used for: Highway projects Aviation projects at publicly owned airports Rail or marine public access projects none...

The NCDOT’s Rail Division evaluates each application and makes recommendations for funding to the NC Board of Transportation. The Board determines the amount of funds that will be awarded. While...

NCDOT Rail Industrial Access Program This program uses state funds to assist in constructing or refurbishing railroad spur tracks required by a new or expanding industry to encourage economic development....

North Carolina Railroad Company will evaluate requests for investments in the engineering, design, construction or other costs associated with the rail infrastructure needs of a company’s potential location or expansion....

Information Required for Project Submission: Project Summary Company Overview Job creation schedule & wages Investment schedule Anticipated rail volume Project Conceptual Aerial of proposed rail layout for site(s) under consideration...