East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit
Metro’s plan for better transit includes more rail service in the heart of the San Fernando Valley.
Metro is building a new 6.7-mile light rail line with 11 stations along Van Nuys Boulevard from the G Line to San Fernando Road. This project improves access to jobs, schools, healthcare, and key destinations, while reducing emissions.
New bike lanes coming to Terra Bella Street
Terra Bella Street After Street Configuration Changes
As construction of the East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit (ESFV LRT) Project progresses, Metro will construct new Class II bike lanes on Terra Bella St to replace the existing bike lanes along Van Nuys Bl that need to be removed to accommodate the future light rail train. The bike lanes will be constructed along Terra Bella St between Wakefield Av and San Fernando Rd, spanning approximately 2.5 miles, and will include street layout changes to accommodate the project.
Construction Resources & Local Access
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Learn what’s planned for the southern segment and what’s under study in the north.
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Upcoming CLC Meeting April 30 at 6PM. Register at the link below. You can also join quarterly meetings to hear updates and share feedback.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Eleven stations are planned along Van Nuys Boulevard, including at Van Nuys G Line Station, Victory, Sherman Way, Van Nuys Metrolink, Arleta, and San Fernando.
Metro is studying a 2.5-mile northern extension to the Sylmar/San Fernando Metrolink Station to improve access in Pacoima, Sylmar, and San Fernando.
Trains are expected every 7–10 minutes during peak hours for frequent, predictable service.
Yes, some parking will be removed on Van Nuys Boulevard. Metro is working with the City of LA to identify alternatives.
Funding comes from Measure M, state sources, federal grants, and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
Major Construction Phase
The contractor continues utility relocation work and begins civil construction work and construction activities for the guideway, Maintenance and Storage Facility (MSF), Traction Power Substations (TPSS), stations, and systems along Van Nuys Bl. This work will include phased traffic modifications and K-rail installations.
Utility Relocations & Early Work
Metro and utility partners continue early construction activities to prepare for major construction, including utility investigation and utility relocation work.
Groundbreaking
Metro breaks ground with advanced utility work within the project corridor.
Final Environmental Study and Metro Board Certification
The Metro Board certifies the Final Environmental Impact Statement and Environmental Impact Report and selects light rail as the preferred mode.
Draft Environmental Study
Metro releases the Draft Environmental Impact Statement and Environmental Impact Report for public review, outlining potential alignments, station locations, and environmental impacts.
Early Planning Studies
Metro completes the San Fernando Valley North–South Transit Corridor Study (2003); Impact & Benefit Analysis (2008); Measure R Project Delivery Report (2010); Alternatives Analysis Report (2012); and the Planning & Programming Committee Report (2013).
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