Important Notice: Dissolution of the TCTMC Effective June 29, 2026
Per Ordinance No. 188943 authorized through Los Angeles City Council File 25-0894, the Major Transit and Transportation Construction Traffic Management Committee (TCTMC) will be formally dissolved effective June 29, 2026.
The TCTMC was established in 1988 pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 62.250 as part of the Downtown Construction Traffic Management Ordinance. The ordinance was adopted in response to severe traffic congestion resulting from simultaneous high-density private development and major public infrastructure projects occurring concurrently within Downtown Los Angeles. Its primary objective was to preserve traffic capacity by coordinating construction activities and mitigating impacts on the traveling public.
More recently, the TCTMC process extended to multiple Impact Areas citywide triggered by a broad range of activities including Metro Transit Authority and City of Los Angeles Capital Improvement Projects, whenever such work occurs in an Impact Area on a designated Street of Significance. As a result of its expanded scope over time, the TCTMC review process became an additional administrative layer for projects.
To improve efficiency, the City of Los Angeles is transitioning from a committee format to a streamlined internal coordination process.
The updated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) below has been prepared to help you navigate your current and upcoming Traffic Control Plans (TCPs) during this transition.
FAQ
Q: What happens if my TCP is currently with City staff for review?
A: You have two options to finalize your active review:
Continue with Assigned Staff: You may choose to maintain coordination with the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) staff currently reviewing your TCP to complete the approval process.
Transition to the Public Counter: Alternatively, you may choose to coordinate your TCP requirements through the public counter.
Applicant to contact the Permit Counter staff and LADOT staff if you choose to proceed with the Public Counter Review.
Q: After June 29, 2026, will there be TCTMC fees assessed?
A: No. TCTMC specific fees will no longer be assessed or collected after June 29, 2026. However, standard plan check, permitting, and street usage fees still apply.
Q: Am I still expected to coordinate with Metro and FilmLA?
A: Yes. The dissolution of the TCTMC only removes the committee review layer, it does not eliminate the need for stakeholder coordination. If your project impacts an LA Metro project area or a FilmLA operational zone, you must still coordinate with them. Your BOE Plan Checker or StreetsLA Investigator will provide you with specific directions on how to submit your confirmation of coordination.
Q: If I am a new applicant, where should I send my TCP for review?
A: For new applicants (without a TCTMC Number), you will need to coordinate your TCP requirements through the public counter.
Q: Are my existing, already-approved TCTMC Traffic Lane Requirements (TLRs) still valid?
A: Yes. Any TCTMC clearances, approvals, and TLRs issued prior to June 29, 2026, remain fully valid and enforceable through the expiration date of your associated permit.
Q: What is replacing the TCTMC process moving forward?
A: The City is implementing an internal administrative workflow called the Coordinated Streets of Significance Review process designed to accelerate permit delivery anticipated to be in place by the end of 2026.
Q: Do I still need to submit my application by the strict Thursday 12:00 PM deadline?
A: No. Because weekly TCTMC committee meetings are eliminated, the Thursday noon deadline for agenda placement no longer applies. Submissions to LADOT or standard plan check can be made at any time through their respective city portals.
LADOT Link
BOE Portal Link
Q: Who is my primary point of contact if I have questions about a project within a former TCTMC Impact Area?
A: Additionally, you may contact the City’s lead permitting agency counter for your permit. (e.g., the Bureau of Engineering District Office for Annual Maintenance Hole permit, A-permits, R-permit, S-permit, U-Permits, E-Permits, and B-Permits, or StreetsLA for Building Material permits).
Questions related to the transition from the TCTMC committee review to the forthcoming Coordinated Streets of Significance Review can be sent to eng.tctmc@lacity.org.