TDM Planning

Transportation is one of those things people rarely think about when it works well.

Employees arrive without frustration. Parking operates as it should. Shuttles run quietly in the background. Development projects move through approvals without unexpected delays through proactive transportation planning for developers. Sustainability goals begin to feel less aspirational and more measurable.

On the surface, it all seems straightforward.

In reality, it requires careful planning.

Today, transportation requirements are more complex than ever. A Transportation Demand Management plan is no longer a document prepared simply to check a box.

It is a strategic tool.

When designed thoughtfully, it reduces traffic impacts, expands commuter options, supports sustainability goals, and helps organizations meet regulatory requirements with confidence.

When handled poorly, it can lead to revisions, delays, and unnecessary compliance risk.

That is where ALTRANS comes in.

For more than three decades, ALTRANS has helped employers, developers, property owners, and public agencies throughout California plan and manage transportation programs that work in practice, not just on paper.

As an experienced TDM, we do far more than prepare reports.

We ask the right questions. We study how people actually travel. We build strategies that fit operational realities. We implement those strategies in the field, measure performance, and refine them over time.

In short, we help organizations turn transportation requirements into practical, measurable results.

The outcome is transportation demand management that is defensible, effective, and quietly reliable—the sort of work that, when done properly, makes everything else run more smoothly.

Transportation Planning That Begins With Facts

No two properties are exactly alike.

A hospital campus moves differently from a corporate headquarters. A mixed-use development presents different challenges than a university or industrial site. Each jurisdiction brings its own requirements, expectations, and concerns.

That is why every successful transportation program begins with a clear understanding of reality.

Before recommending a single strategy, we evaluate existing conditions to help organizations transition seamlessly into ongoing TDM management and implementation in the field.

We evaluate:

Project objectives
Site conditions and land uses
Existing commute patterns
Stakeholder priorities
Nearby transportation services
Local and regional requirements
Legal and entitlement obligations
Opportunities for funding and partnerships

We review technical documents, conduct interviews, and examine what has worked in similar environments. Only then do we recommend measures that are practical, defensible, and likely to deliver meaningful results.

Because the best transportation plans are not theoretical. They are built to work in the real world.

TDM Planning for Office, Residential, and Mixed-Use Developments

Transportation Demand Management is remarkably versatile.

The same principles can be adapted to a downtown office tower, a residential community, a healthcare campus, or a mixed-use development.

ALTRANS develops tailored strategies for:

Corporate campuses
Office parks
Healthcare facilities
Universities and schools
Residential communities
Mixed-use developments
Business parks
Industrial and institutional sites

Depending on the project’s needs, recommended strategies may include transit subsidies, shuttle services, bicycle facilities, parking management, remote work support, guaranteed ride home programs, and real-time commute information.

The objective remains consistent.

Reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips.

Improve mobility.

Deliver measurable outcomes.

Development Approval and Conditions of Approval Compliance

California’s transportation regulations have evolved significantly.

This change has made Transportation Demand Management an essential component of project approvals.

For developers and institutions, the challenge is not merely gaining approval. It is making commitments that are practical, measurable, and sustainable over time.

ALTRANS helps clients navigate this process with confidence.

Our compliance services include:

CEQA-ready TDM plan development
Conditions of approval negotiation
Transportation mitigation strategies
Performance targets and monitoring protocols
Compliance documentation and reporting
Ongoing implementation support

We work closely with project teams, environmental consultants, transportation engineers, and agency staff to create commitments that satisfy reviewers and function effectively in day-to-day operations.

When this work is done correctly, projects move forward with fewer surprises and greater certainty.

Strategic Consulting for Developers, Cities, and Property Owners

Some clients need a formal plan.

Others need informed guidance at the right moment.

Many need both.

ALTRANS provides consulting services for developers, property owners, cities, counties, architects, planners, environmental consultants, and transportation engineers.

We help answer questions such as:

What will the jurisdiction require?
Which measures are most likely to succeed?
How will performance be measured?
What staffing will be needed?
How can the program be funded?

The right answers early in the process reduce uncertainty, strengthen decision-making, and keep transportation planning aligned with broader project goals.

Funding Strategies for Transportation Programs

Even the most thoughtful transportation program requires financial support.

A good idea, however well-intentioned, still needs a practical means of implementation.

ALTRANS helps clients identify and secure funding from local, regional, state, and federal sources.

We have supported funding strategies for:

Transportation Management Associations
Special Improvement Districts
Employer commuter programs
Shuttle services
Sustainability initiatives

In many cases, we bring stakeholders together to share resources and invest collaboratively in programs that benefit the broader community.

This cooperative approach often makes ambitious transportation initiatives both realistic and achievable.

Commute Surveys and Performance Analysis

Reliable data is the foundation of effective transportation planning.

Without it, decisions are based on assumptions.

With it, programs become measurable and manageable.

ALTRANS designs, administers, and analyzes commute surveys to understand how people travel and how transportation programs are performing.

Our services include:

Survey design and distribution
Data collection and analysis
KPI development
Benchmarking
Recommendations for improvement

These surveys help organizations establish baseline conditions, measure participation and mode shift, demonstrate compliance, and uncover opportunities to improve.

Good data brings clarity.

Clarity leads to better decisions.

TDM Management and Consulting

Planning is only the beginning.

A transportation plan, no matter how well written, has little value unless it is implemented consistently and monitored over time.

That is why many organizations rely on ALTRANS as an ongoing management partner.

Whether we developed your original plan or you already have one in place, we provide the staffing, coordination, and expertise needed to turn strategy into measurable results.

Dedicated TDM Coordination

When you work with ALTRANS, you gain access to experienced TDM Coordinators and Managers who become an extension of your team.

They provide day-to-day support for:

Program administration
Employee outreach
Incentive management
Vendor coordination
Shuttle oversight
Performance monitoring
Reporting and compliance

Their role is simple and essential: to keep your transportation program operating smoothly and effectively.

On-Site and Remote Support

Every organization has different staffing requirements.

Some need a visible on-site presence. Others prefer remote support. Many benefit from a hybrid approach.

ALTRANS offers:

Full-time on-site coordinators
Part-time support staff
Hybrid on-site and remote solutions
Flexible staffing tailored to program needs

This flexibility allows organizations to access experienced transportation professionals without the burden of recruiting, hiring, and training internally.

Compliance Monitoring and Reporting

Approval is not the end of the process.

Most transportation programs require ongoing measurement and documentation to demonstrate that commitments are being met.

ALTRANS provides:

Annual and periodic reports
Commute survey updates
Performance tracking
Mitigation monitoring
Corrective recommendations

Our reporting gives both clients and regulators confidence that transportation programs are functioning as intended.

Program Implementation and Optimization

Transportation programs are living systems.

Employee behavior changes. Work schedules evolve. Regulations are updated. What worked several years ago may no longer be sufficient today.

ALTRANS continuously evaluates performance and recommends refinements when needed.

This ongoing optimization helps organizations maintain compliance, improve participation, and maximize return on investment.

Who We Help

Facilities Directors

Facilities leaders need transportation programs that reduce parking pressure, improve commuter options, and satisfy compliance requirements without creating unnecessary administrative burden.

Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Leaders

These executives are responsible for demonstrating measurable progress toward emissions reduction and environmental goals. ALTRANS provides verifiable data and practical strategies that support ESG and sustainability initiatives.

Developers and Project Managers

Project teams need transportation strategies that satisfy CEQA requirements and help keep approvals on schedule.

Public Agencies and Municipalities

Cities and agencies rely on transportation programs to achieve mobility, environmental, and community objectives with accountability and measurable outcomes.

Why Organizations Choose ALTRANS

Many firms can prepare a transportation plan.

Far fewer can implement and manage that plan successfully.

That distinction matters.

Clients choose ALTRANS because we offer:

More than three decades of transportation experience
Deep knowledge of CEQA and VMT requirements
Practical implementation expertise
Dedicated staffing and management support
Data-driven measurement and reporting
Flexible engagement models

We do not stop at recommendations.

We stay involved until the results are achieved.

A Complete Partner for Transportation Demand Management

Transportation Demand Management works best when planning, implementation, and measurement are treated as one integrated process.

ALTRANS provides support at every stage:

This continuity reduces risk, improves accountability, and delivers stronger outcomes.

Start the Conversation

If your organization needs support with TDM planning, compliance, or ongoing program management, ALTRANS is ready to help.

We partner with employers, developers, property owners, and public agencies to create transportation programs that reduce traffic impacts, support sustainability goals, and produce measurable results.

Let’s discuss your requirements and explore how a thoughtful transportation strategy can help your organization move forward with confidence.