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West Hollywood Set to Join Other California Cities Updating Zoning for EV ChargingÂ
As California cities move toward zero-emission transportation, West Hollywood is updating its land use rules for commercial areas. The West Hollywood City Council is set to vote on a new rule allowing EV charging sites and stations as a main use in certain commercial areas.
This change could create new opportunities for property owners and managers to update or better use their spaces.
Read MoreLearning About the Importance of Property TechnologyÂ
Last week BOMA/GLA hosted a Property Technology seminar titled “Future-Proofing Your Property: Budgeting for PropTech Advancements in 2025 and Beyond.” The turnout was fantastic, with CRE professionals engaging in lively discussions about the challenges and opportunities in property technology.
Read MoreEmpowering Property Managers: Your Guide to Strategic PropTech InvestmentsÂ
Are you ready to future-proof your property and stay ahead of the curve in 2025 and beyond? Join us for “Future-Proofing Your Property: Budgeting for PropTech Advancements in 2025 and Beyond,” an essential seminar for commercial real estate professionals. Whether you’re a property manager, owner, or service provider, this event is tailored to help you navigate the fast-paced world of property technology.
Read MoreNew CALGreen Requirements for EV Charging Infrastructure in Commercial BuildingsÂ
Starting July 1, 2024, the California Green Building Code (CALGreen) requires commercial buildings to have EV charging infrastructure installed when doing certain construction projects.
Read MoreGlendale to Transition to Zero-Emission Bus Fleet
The Glendale City Council has announced a resolution that would transition the city’s bus fleet to zero emissions.
Read MoreCalifornia led the Nation in Zero-Emission Vehicle Sales in 2022
With over 1 million vehicles cars sold, California led the nation in zero-emission vehicle purchases in 2022.
Read MoreCulver City Eliminates Parking Requirements
In the Culver City City Council Meeting on October 24th, the city eliminated parking requirements in a 3-2 vote.
Read MoreNew Santa Monica Zero Emissions Building Code
Santa Monica is developing a Zero Emissions Building (ZEB) Code for 2023. The new code will eliminate natural gas options for all new buildings in the city, with limited exceptions.
Santa Monica joins a growing list of jurisdictions pushing building electrification and decarbonization codes.
California to Ban the Sale of Gas-Powered Vehicles by 2035
In a late August vote, California regulators voted to ban the sale of new gas vehicles by 2035.
Additionally, the California Air Resource Board set checkpoints of 35% of new cars sold being zero emissions by 2026 and 68% by 2030.
Glendale Considers Building Electrification Code
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.