2028 Olympics
Los Angeles City Council Advances Olympic Zoning Exemptions
The Los Angeles City Council has unanimously voted to move forward with a new Olympic/Paralympic Zoning Exemption Ordinance designed to expedite projects for the 2028 Games. This measure could temporarily ease zoning restrictions for facilities, infrastructure, and public spaces—affecting areas where many commercial properties and operations are located.
Read MoreLA City Council Approves Convention Center Expansion
The Los Angeles City Council has officially approved the Convention Center Expansion and Modernization Project. This project could bring many opportunities and challenges to our DTLA members especially.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Engages with Long Beach City Leadership on 2028 Olympics
BOMA/GLA members met with the Long Beach City Manager’s Office to provide input on Olympic preparations and ensure the commercial real estate industry’s needs are represented—proactive engagement that reflects our commitment to advocating for how this global event will impact our properties, tenants, and communities.
Read MoreOlympic Venue Ballot Measure: What CRE Professionals Need to Know
A ballot measure could require citywide votes before building or expanding large “event centers” for the 2028 Olympics; which could delay projects, raise costs, and create uncertainty for property managers and tenants nearby.
Read MoreLong Beach Approves Minimum Wage Increase for Tourism Workers
The Long Beach City Council has approved a minimum wage increase for tourism workers. This will include those working at the Long Beach airport, Convention Center, Queen Mary, and the upcoming amphitheater.
Read MoreWhat the Olympics Means for Long Beach CRE: Highlights from Councilmember Duggan’s Town Hall
Councilmember Kristina Duggan recently led an engaging town hall in Long Beach, where the community got a firsthand look at how the city is gearing up for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Read MoreOlympic Opportunities for the CRE Industry
LA28 has released its updated plan for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, highlighting the use of existing stadiums and arenas across the Los Angeles area.
Read MoreLong Beach to Host 11 Olympic Events in 2028 – A Game Changer for the Region
Long Beach will officially host 11 Olympic events in 2028—more than twice the number originally planned.
Read MoreWhat the LA Convention Center Expansion Means for Commercial Real Estate
The Los Angeles City Council has voted to keep moving forward with the Convention Center expansion, even though it won’t be finished in its entirety before the 2028 Olympics.
Read MoreNavigating Long Beach’s Transition to Entertainment
Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson’s recent State of Business address highlighted the city’s shift towards becoming an entertainment hub, signaling significant changes for the local economy and real estate landscape.
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