2025 Advocacy Wins Protect California CRE
California Business Properties Association (CBPA) has released its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of major advocacy victories, CEQA and building code reforms.
For BOMA members, the report offers a clear snapshot of how Sacramento’s policy changes impact leasing, project timelines, and operating costs.
BOMA/GLA works hand in hand with CBPA and BOMA California on these efforts, ensuring that the voice of local commercial property professionals is represented at the state level.
What You Need to Know
CBPA tracked over 400 bills and actively engaged on more than 200, successfully killing or amending over 50 measures that would have added costs or liabilities for commercial real estate. This included proposals for rent caps, vacancy taxes, and new leasing mandates.
BOMA/GLA actively supports these efforts alongside CBPA and BOMA California to protect local members.
Highlights:
Commercial unlawful detainers: AB 1384 keeps commercial unlawful detainers on a fast 5–7 day track, preserving owners’ ability to address tenant defaults quickly.
CEQA and building code reforms: AB 130 and SB 131 cut CEQA red tape for mixed-use infill projects, potentially saving 10–20% in compliance costs and supporting up to 50,000 jobs by 2030.
The building code “pause” moves to a three-year update cycle for commercial codes and six years for housing, reducing surprises and near-term compliance costs by 3–6%.
How It Impacts You
Property Managers: Faster CEQA approvals and predictable code cycles mean clearer timelines for tenant improvements, capital projects, and repositionings, with fewer surprise delays. AB 1384 ensures owners can quickly address tenant defaults to stabilize occupancy and cash flow.
Service providers: Clients are shielded from sudden new rent caps, vacancy taxes, or broad leasing mandates. Helping owners navigate CEQA and code changes can strengthen your value proposition in RFPs and renewals.
Stay Connected
CBPA’s 2025 Annual Report highlights a year of wins that directly protect commercial real estate in California.
For BOMA members, it’s a reminder that active advocacy—done hand in hand with CBPA and BOMA California—safeguards your assets, your clients, and your business.
