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Frequently Asked Questions - Railroad Property

  1. How do I make a request to purchase or obtain an easement for part of an MDOT-owned railroad corridor?
  2. How do I make a request to use a portion of an MDOT-owned railroad corridor?
  3. What is the average length or width of a railroad corridor?
  4. Does MDOT own all the railroad corridors in the state of Michigan?

1. How do I make a request to purchase or obtain an easement for part of an MDOT-owned railroad corridor?

Answer: A request to purchase land or an easement on MDOT-owned railroad property can be made by submitting either a written request, or a Request to use MDOT Controlled Railroad Property  PDF icon. All such requests should include a detailed description of the requested acquisition or easement area.

2. How do I make a request to use a portion of an MDOT-owned railroad corridor?

Answer: Submit a Request to use MDOT Controlled Railroad Property  PDF icon. A request should be accompanied by the appropriate fee and a detailed description of the requested area.

3. What is the average length or width of a railroad corridor?

Answer: The length or width of railroad corridors can vary greatly from one area to the next.

4. Does MDOT own all the railroad corridors in the state of Michigan?

Answer: MDOT owns hundreds of miles of Michigan railroad corridor, but does not own all of the railroad corridors in the state.






























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