Local Legislation
New Parcel Taxes Could Raise Costs. Join Our Member Town Hall.
Two proposed parcel taxes on the November 3 ballot could bring new annual expenses to commercial properties in Pasadena and Culver City. Join BOMA/GLA’s virtual Member Town Hall on Wednesday, October 21, from 1–2 p.m. to learn about potential costs, campaign updates, and ways to respond before Election Day. Registration is complimentary for all membership types.
Read MoreWhat CRE Needs to Know Before the 2026 General Election
California’s November 3, 2026 General Election includes major state and local races, along with ballot measures that could directly affect commercial properties across Greater Los Angeles.
Read MoreWhat Would a Parcel Tax Cost Your Building?
Two measures on the November ballot could add a new annual cost to commercial properties in Pasadena and Culver City. We are hosting a virtual member town hall to explain the proposed taxes and what they could mean for your property.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Advocacy Improves LA County Commercial Tenant Proposal
Los Angeles County is considering new rules for commercial landlords and tenants that could have a major impact on our members.
Read MoreLong Beach Extends Outside Plan Review and Inspection Support
Long Beach is continuing its use of outside firms to help with plan reviews and inspections, an approach that could provide more capacity and help keep projects moving.
Read MoreShowing Up for CRE: From City Hall to Sacramento
This week, BOMA/GLA members and partners will come together at the Hollywood Bowl for one of our biggest events of the year. But BOMA at the Bowl does more than bring our industry together – it helps support BOMA/GLA’s advocacy work throughout the year.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Acts Early on LA County’s “Soft Rent Control” Proposal
When a policy could impact commercial real estate, BOMA/GLA works to make sure our industry’s voice is heard before decisions are made. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is considering a new Commercial Tenant Protections Motion that could function as a form of “soft rent control” for commercial properties. As written, the proposal could create new licensing and reporting requirements, restrict rent increases in certain circumstances, require relocation payments, and add hurdles for redevelopment projects.
Read MoreLA City Council Removes Anti-Camping Zones in Hollywood
The Los Angeles City Council has voted to remove several anti-camping zones in Hollywood, raising new questions about how the City will balance its homelessness strategy with keeping sidewalks and public spaces safe and accessible.
Read MoreGlendale Sales Tax Proposal Blocked from November Ballot
A proposed quarter-cent sales tax increase in Glendale will not appear on the November ballot, after an effort to advance the measure failed to secure enough support from the City Council.
Read MoreNew Culver City Parcel Tax Measure Heads to November Ballot
The Culver City City Council has voted to place a new parcel tax measure to support public schools on the November ballot. If approved by voters, it could significantly increase costs for commercial property owners. The measure would apply a $0.48 per building square foot annual parcel tax on all real estate parcels, including commercial properties, for the next 10 years.
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