Network Rail Property
Creating exceptional places for passengers, businesses and communities
Network Rail Property is the commercial division of the organisation accountable for the management of all of Network Rail’s land and property assets. We create exceptional spaces which provide passengers with great environments to eat, drink, shop and relax as well as allowing businesses to thrive.
Planning and development near the railway
Development near the railway can create opportunities for communities, support sustainable growth and improve access to public transport. It can also affect railway operations, infrastructure, level crossings and public rights of way.
Network Rail is committed to working constructively with developers, house builders, planning authorities and other stakeholders to identify potential impacts early and support appropriate solutions.
The guidance below explains how and when to engage with Network Rail, the information that may be required, and considerations that can help support better outcomes for passengers, communities and taxpayers whilst helping to deliver new homes and other essential development.