South Linden Avenue and Scott Street Grade Separation
South San Francisco
Summary
The Caltrain grade separation project just got cheaper and faster: total cost dropped from $450 million to $320 million and construction time from seven years to three, thanks to value engineering. The council approved an extra $804,408 in local match — from impact fees, not the general fund — to keep preliminary design moving and position the project for grants.
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Last discussed Aug 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
City share grows by $804,408, but the overall project cost fell by $130 million.
Everyone who crosses the Caltrain tracks at Linden and Scott — fewer horn blasts, less gridlock, better bike and pedestrian connections.
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City Council — August 12, 2026
The Caltrain grade separation project just got cheaper and faster: total cost dropped from $450 million to $320 million and construction time from seven years to three, thanks to value engineering. The council approved an extra $804,408 in local match — from impact fees, not the general fund — to keep preliminary design moving and position the project for grants.
Rail safety cost drops: Updated design for grade separation in San Bruno and South San Francisco saves critical dollars
Rail safety cost drops: Updated design for grade separation in San Bruno and South San Francisco saves critical dollars San Mateo Daily Journal
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