BART parking cuts, shutdowns and TOD proposals hit Fremont Station

Fremont Station is dealing with two BART actions at once: a long-running track rebuilding project that is already reducing parking and access, and a separate redevelopment solicitation for the station’s east parking lot. For riders, commuters and nearby businesses, that means tighter station access now and a possible land-use change later.

BART says the parking and access limits began the week of May 25 and will continue through February 2027. About 750 of the station’s roughly 1,900 parking spaces are temporarily closed, along with some bike and pedestrian pathways near the construction staging area by Mowry Avenue. BART says spring occupancy counts suggest there should still be enough parking for current demand.

The bigger service disruption starts July 25-26, the first of five weekend shutdowns between Union City and Warm Springs/South Fremont. Additional shutdowns are scheduled for August 15-16, August 29-30, September 12-13 and September 26-27. During those weekends, AC Transit buses will replace trains in the affected area, Fremont Station will remain open for buses, and riders should expect delays of 30 to 40 minutes.

BART also is seeking proposals for the first phase of transit-oriented development at Fremont Station. The agency says it wants a developer to work with BART and the community on a feasible mixed-use, mixed-income project at the east parking lot. Proposals are due July 16 at 4 p.m.

That redevelopment step is only a solicitation, not a final project approval. If BART selects a developer and later approves terms, the project could move into an exclusive negotiating agreement. For now, Fremont riders should watch the July 16 proposal deadline and the July 25-26 shutdown weekend.

Sources

• BART Fremont Station parking alert (May 18, 2026)