Legislation
Transit-Oriented Housing Bill Could Reshape Property Opportunities
California’s SB 79, the Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act, will face a final Assembly vote on September 12, 2025. If it passes, the bill would change how projects are built near transit hubs, bringing new chances and challenges for commercial real estate.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Members Take CRE Priorities to the State Capitol
The highlight of the Summit was the chance for BOMA/GLA members to share their lived experiences as industry professionals with their elected representatives. These perspectives help shape the policies that affect how we manage properties, support tenants, and strengthen California’s economy.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Heads to Sacramento to Make Your Voice HeardÂ
Advocacy helps protect the future of commercial real estate. Laws in Sacramento affect how you manage properties, serve tenants, and grow your business—so BOMA/GLA is on the frontlines making sure your voice is heard.
Read MoreCalifornia Redistricting: What It Could Mean for CRE
California’s congressional redistricting has been making major headlines. It’s important to know how these changes could affect properties, tenants, and our advocacy work.
Read MoreNortheast 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.
Read MoreLA City Council Approves $30 Minimum Wage for Tourism Workers — Ballot Battle Heats Up Â
Despite concerns over economic impacts, the LA City Council voted to raise the minimum wage for airport and hotel workers to $30 an hour by 2028.
This change will directly affect hotels, airports, and related service providers — key tenants and partners for many in commercial real estate. Higher operating costs could impact leasing, service contracts, and tourism-driven property revenue, especially as the city prepares for major events like the Olympics.
Read MoreLong Beach’s $3.7 Billion Budget: Key Takeaways for Commercial Real EstateÂ
The City of Long Beach’s 2026 proposed budget of $3.7 billion targets key areas like public safety, housing, infrastructure, and economic growth—which could directly affect your properties and businesses.
Read MoreWhat the CRE Industry Should Know About the One Big Beautiful Bill ActÂ
President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law, bringing a range of tax breaks and opportunities that can benefit the CRE industry.
Benefits include lowering the cost of making building improvements, freeing up cash for operations, and protecting key tax tools that support long-term investment.
Read MoreHow Cutting Energy Star’s Portfolio Manager Could Risk CRE Compliance and Increase CostsÂ
CRE industry experts warn that cutting or privatizing Energy Star’s Portfolio Manager tool could make it harder to meet energy rules and raise costs for building owners.
Read MoreLA County Moves to Streamline Film Permits, Opening Doors for CRE GrowthÂ
The LA County Board of Supervisors just approved a plan to speed up film permits and grow the industry, which could mean more filming, tenants, and investment for local commercial properties.
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