The station is in the Van Nuys neighborhood of the City of Los Angeles, in the central San Fernando Valley.

A comprehensive study, including conceptual land usage strategies, was prepared for LA Metro by students of the UCLA Department of Urban Planning in mid-2010.

[7] Initially scheduled for fall 2019 or spring 2020, Metro announced their intent to grade separate the G Line over Sepulveda Boulevard.

These plans were delayed due to lack of funds from Measure M. The grade separation viaduct began preliminary work between Woodman station and Sepulveda in 2025.

[10] As of January 19, 2025[update], the following connections are available:[11] The platform features a painting that shows a pre-Columbian glyph and a map of the monarch butterfly's migratory path.