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Northeast CRE Leaders Gather for Networking and Local Development Updates

Last night, over 25 of our members came together for a lively happy hour at Media Studios in Burbank. Where they were able to enjoy drinks, laughs, and valuable updates from the Economic Development Department of Burbank and the Community Development Department of Glendale.

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Get the Latest from the Northeast LA Region at This Week’s Codes Policy Briefing

BOMA/GLA’s Codes and Regulations Committee helps you stay on top of changing rules and requirements that affect commercial buildings in Greater Los Angeles. This Friday, join BOMA/GLA’s Codes and Regulations Briefing to hear directly from Northeast LA cities on permits, inspections, and how cities plan to address growth and development in 2025.

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Northeast Election Update

Northeast Election Update Elections The Northeast Region had few items on the ballot this November. With Glendale and Pasadena completing their city council elections in June, only Burbank voters could vote on new city leaders. However, Pasadena voters had two meaningful measures to consider.  Burbank City Council BOMA/GLA PAC supported incumbent Councilwoman Sharon Springer and…

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BOMA/GLA Updates Supervisor Barger’s Office on Key CRE Issues

BOMA/GLA advocacy staff recently met with Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s office to discuss key issues in District 5. Led with the help of our Northeast Regional Council Chair, the conversation focused on how County decisions impact commercial properties, tenants, and local communities.

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Glendale Considers Building Electrification Code

New Construction

Glendale is developing new building electrification, and electric vehicle (EV) reach codes. The new regulations would impact new building construction effective January 1st, 2023.
The city staff is soliciting feedback on the proposed codes now. City council action is anticipated later this fall.

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Pasadena Adopts Electrification Ordinance

Pasadena Electrification

The Pasadena City Council voted to adopt its building electrification ordinance this month. The new code matches the policy outline approved by the council this past June.
Therefore, with some exceptions, new construction will not have natural gas hookups. As a result, new buildings in the city will only use electric appliances and devices.

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Regional Drought Restrictions Vary with Approach

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With most local water utilities purchasing water from a single source, drought restrictions will look similar across the regions. But it is essential to pay attention to the different approaches they will take with implementation.

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