[3] The station will replace the stop at Yaphank,[4] which is hard to find, according to local residents, and only has 30 daily riders.

In response, LIRR officials announced that the agency had been evaluating the potential relocation of the station as part of its Network Strategy Study.

[8] In December 2018, the consulting contract for the project's Preliminary Design and Environmental Review was awarded to Gannet Fleming for $4,040,289.

[12][13][14] Brookhaven supervisor Dan Panico announced in January 2025 that work would begin shortly,[15] and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority acquired land for the station.

[16] This station will consist of one high-level side platform long enough for two cars to receive and discharge passengers.