Los Angeles City Planning has launched a new Development Services Bureau, bringing several planning and zoning functions under one umbrella. While the announcement sounds big, much of this is a reorganization of existing offices—with one important change for commercial real estate.
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BOMA/GLA secured an important advocacy win at Los Angeles City Hall: the proposed increase to the Parking Occupancy Tax (POT) will not move forward to the June 2026 ballot.
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After months of budget negotiations, the Los Angeles City Council has approved a plan to hire hundreds of new police officers—an issue closely tied to public safety, economic recovery, and the operation of commercial properties across Los Angeles.
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Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations are one of the fundamental responsibilities for commercial property teams — and yet many newer professionals find the process confusing, time-consuming, or overwhelming. What exactly goes into CAM reconciliations? How does lease language impact recoveries? Where do common mistakes happen, and how can you avoid them? If you’ve ever asked these questions, then the CAMS Intro Course on Thursday, January 29, 2026 is an event you won’t want to miss.
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BOMA/GLA’s Political Action Committee (PAC) is starting the year by interviewing candidates running for the Los Angeles City Council—early in the election cycle, when conversations can still shape priorities. These interviews help ensure decision-makers understand how their policies affect commercial real estate, jobs, and the economic health of Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles is moving quickly on new tax proposals that could significantly impact how commercial buildings operate. We urge members to stay engaged on these tax proposals and support our advocacy efforts to oppose them.
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Measure ULA has officially passed $1 billion in revenue. This milestone renews concerns about reduced deal activity, higher transaction costs, and slowed reinvestment. As debate over exemptions, legal challenges, and a possible 2026 ballot measure continues, the impacts of ULA remain highly relevant to our members.
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If you’re looking to build confidence and strengthen your understanding of CAM reconciliations, we encourage you to attend BOMA/GLA’s upcoming CAMS Workshop on Thursday, January 29th. This hands-on training is designed to help property professionals better understand the CAM process, key terminology, and best practices—giving you tools you can immediately apply to your day-to-day work.
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This month, BOMA/GLA is heading to Washington, D.C. to meet with congressional offices and advocate on federal policies that matter most to commercial real estate in Greater Los Angeles. Our advocacy staff will be joined by leaders from our Political Action Committee and Government Affairs Committee—bringing real, on-the-ground perspectives from owners and managers who know what it takes to keep buildings and business districts strong.
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Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations are a core responsibility for commercial property managers—but for newer team members, the process can be complex, time-consuming, and high-risk if done incorrectly. That’s why BOMA Greater Los Angeles is offering the CAMS Intro Course, a practical training designed to build confidence and competence from the ground up.
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