Improved Transit Experience
In 2016, the North County Transit District (NCTD) Board of Directors adopted a policy that would pursue development of some of its real estate holdings. The redevelopments are intended to improve the transit rider’s experience, provide NCTD with capacity to meet current and future demand, generate long-term revenue for NCTD to support transit operations and create financial stability, and support regional housing needs through affordable and market rate housing. The provision of housing directly adjacent to transportation also reduces the reliance on vehicles.
Redevelopment requirements
In the summer of 2023, NCTD published a request for proposals (RFP) to the development community. The RFP included specific project requirements that are key to transit prioritization and improving transit operations:
Minimum of 300 stalls for current transit customers, plus any additional parking required by City development standards
Relocate the current bus island within the site
Build an approx. 1,400 SF Customer Service Center
Build an approx. 1,400 SF Public Restroom and Convenience Store
Build an approx. 1,400 SF Operator's Breakroom and Restroom
Build an approx. 2,300 SF ADA Eligibility Center
Mobility Hub amenities
Provide affordable housing
The NCTD Board selected Toll Brothers Apartment Living and Waterford Company through a competitive proposal process to develop and implement the vision for this important regional transit hub.