Legislation
Natural Gas Bills Advance in Sacramento
California lawmakers are advancing legislation to accelerate the state’s transition away from natural gas, including SB 1359, which recently cleared its first committee on a narrow vote. This matters for our members because these proposals could directly impact building operations, costs, and long-term investment decisions across commercial real estate.
Read MoreMember Advocacy Stops Risky Security Bill
AB 1742, a bill that would have changed how legal summons are served, has been pulled and is no longer moving forward this legislative session. This is a meaningful win for commercial real estate, as the bill raised concerns about operational disruption, legal risk, and building management challenges.
Read MoreThis Culver City Decision Could Reshape Local CRE Development
Culver City just approved changes that allow more density and mixed-use development near transit, including updates to the Hayden Tract Specific Plan. While this is being driven by housing policy, it matters to our members because it will change how commercial space is developed, leased, and operated moving forward.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Sharpens 2026 Advocacy Priorities
Our Government Affairs and Codes & Regulations Committees convened for a joint meeting to refine the association’s 2026 legislative agenda. This work helps position us to partner with elected officials to shape and advance policies that impact building operations, costs, and tenant demand across Los Angeles.
Read MoreCity Council Approves Measures to Simplify Film Permitting in L.A.
Los Angeles leaders are taking new steps to make it easier to film in the city, aiming to address a sharp decline in local production and the economic ripple effects it has across the region. For commercial real estate professionals, these efforts matter because film and television production directly drives demand for office space, staging areas, support services, and activity in surrounding business districts.
Read MoreSanta Monica Extends Homelessness Emergency
The Santa Monica City Council has voted to extend its Local Emergency on Homelessness, marking the fourth year under the emergency declaration. The move allows the City to continue fast-tracking funding, services, enforcement tools, and housing initiatives — decisions that directly affect how commercial properties operate.
Read MoreSelf-Certification Pilot Aims to Shorten Santa Monica TI Timelines
The Santa Monica City Council has approved a new self-certification permitting program that will allow certain commercial tenant improvement projects to receive building permits in as little as one day. For commercial real estate professionals, where construction timelines often determine when a tenant can open and start paying full rent, this change could directly affect leasing activity, vacancy periods, and project planning.
Read MoreWhat LA County’s Homeless Funding Cuts Mean for CRE
Los Angeles County has approved significant cuts to homeless services as it works to close a major budget deficit, reducing funding for outreach, temporary housing, and encampment response programs. These decisions matter for BOMA/GLA members because changes in how homelessness is addressed at the county level directly affect conditions around commercial properties, public safety, and coordination with local agencies.
Read MoreLA City Council Approves Hiring of Hundreds of New LAPD Officers
After months of budget negotiations, the Los Angeles City Council has approved a plan to hire hundreds of new police officers—an issue closely tied to public safety, economic recovery, and the operation of commercial properties across Los Angeles.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA PAC Kicks Off the Year With LA City Council Candidate Interviews
BOMA/GLA’s Political Action Committee (PAC) is starting the year by interviewing candidates running for the Los Angeles City Council—early in the election cycle, when conversations can still shape priorities. These interviews help ensure decision-makers understand how their policies affect commercial real estate, jobs, and the economic health of Los Angeles.
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