Construction
Are You Seeing Cracks in Your Building? What You Should Know
On the heels of the tragic collapse of the Surfside Condominium, Alpha Structural, Inc. was inundated with calls from concerned building owners, property managers and tenants throughout Los Angeles & Orange County. We have put together this article delineating various types of cracking and the urgency for repair.
Read MoreSenate Passes $1.2 Trillion Package for Infrastructure Improvements
The Senate has passed the bipartisan Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act by a 69—30 vote. The $1.2 trillion dollar package now heads to the House where it awaits passage before heading to President Joe Biden’s desk for signature. BOMA International applauds the Senate for …
Read MoreLA City to Streamline Food Service Improvement Projects – Should Be Expanded Commercial Tenant Projects
As food service establishments and small businesses continue to struggle due to city and statewide social distancing and safer-at-home orders, the Los Angeles City Council is pursuing a recommendation that would create expedited low or no-cost City approvals for …
Read MoreRyu To Push For A Freeze On Construction, Harming Jobs, Housing And The Economy
On October 28th, the Planning and Land Use Committee will consider a motion by Councilmember Ryu to stop all construction, including current projects being built, until November 30, 2020. In response to wildfire outbreaks this past year, the motion would halt all further construction …
Read MoreLA Department of Building and Safety Improves Plan Check Process
Effective September 21st, 2020, the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) has modified its plan submittal and verification procedures. These changes will ensure transparency and efficiency during the plan check process.
Read MoreL.A. Expands Online Permitting For Building Development Projects, May Open Public Counter Operations
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the LA Department of Building and Safety has made sure to adapt to critical health guidelines whilst offering necessary city programs. Notably, the Department has expanded its online and telephone services to include …
Read MoreWho Must Provide Lactation Accommodations?
Controversial yet widely supported by legislators, new laws regarding lactation accommodations in California have been brought to the State Legislature over the past few years.
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