NCRR Brownfields Grants: Rail Development in North Carolina

NCRR awards Brownfields grants to Spencer and Jackson counties, boosting rail-served property development.

NCRR Brownfields Grants: Rail Development in North Carolina
September 12, 2025 9:25 pm
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Introduction

North Carolina Railroad Co. (NCRR) has awarded its initial Brownfields Site Grants, including a $99,800 grant to the town of Spencer in Rowan County, to facilitate the development of rail-served properties.

Grant Awards

NCRR announced the awarding of two grants. The town of Spencer in Rowan County received a $99,800 grant. Jackson County was awarded a $92,000 grant.

Brownfields Program Overview

The grants are intended to help local governments address environmental barriers to developing rail-served properties. Brownfields are sites with environmental concerns that impede redevelopment. NCRR’s grant program will assist communities in entering the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Brownfields Program.

Spencer Project Details

The town of Spencer will utilize its funding to convert the former site of a textile dyeing and finishing facility into a rail-accessible industrial site. Samet Corp., a development company, provided a 20% match for the project.

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Conclusion

NCRR has awarded Brownfields Site Grants to the town of Spencer and Jackson County to support the redevelopment of rail-served properties with environmental challenges.

Company Summary

North Carolina Railroad Co. (NCRR): Awarded Brownfields Site Grants to assist local governments in addressing environmental barriers to developing rail-served properties.

Samet Corp.: Provided a 20% match for the Spencer project.

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