The Trakai district municipality is currently seeking the rightful owner of a railway section located on Vokės g. In Lentvaris. Local officials are calling for any individuals or entities with ownership or other property rights to the structure to come forward.
Deadline for Property Claims
Those who hold ownership or other property rights to the railway section are urged to contact the Construction, Economic Development and Property Management Department of the Trakai district municipality administration. All claims must be submitted along with supporting documentation by November 5, 2026.
Potential Legal Action
If no owner is identified by the deadline, the municipality intends to pursue a legal resolution. According to a notice shared on the municipality’s Facebook page, the Trakai district municipality plans to petition the court to recognize the railway structures as ownerless.
A successful court ruling could lead to the transfer of these assets into the ownership of the state or the municipality.
Clarification from Railway Authorities
In response to inquiries regarding the ownership of the asset, Domo Jurevičius, a Communications Partner at Lietuvos geležinkeliai, provided specific details regarding the site’s management.
Jurevičius stated that the path up to a red line indicated on a site map is managed by LTG Infra under a trust right. However, he clarified that the section marked by the red line is the property of a private company.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the railway section located?
The railway section is located on Vokės g. In Lentvaris, within the Trakai district municipality.
What happens if no owner comes forward by November 5, 2026?
The Trakai district municipality plans to go to court to have the structures recognized as ownerless, which may result in their transfer to state or municipal ownership.
Does Lietuvos geležinkeliai own the entire section?
No. According to Domo Jurevičius of Lietuvos geležinkeliai, the area up to a specific red line is managed by LTG Infra under a trust right, while the section marked by the red line is owned by a private company.
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