Local Legislation
What 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.
Read MoreWhat Measure ULA’s $1B Milestone Means for Property Owners and Managers
Measure ULA has officially passed $1 billion in revenue. This milestone renews concerns about reduced deal activity, higher transaction costs, and slowed reinvestment. As debate over exemptions, legal challenges, and a possible 2026 ballot measure continues, the impacts of ULA remain highly relevant to our members.
Read MoreLA Expands Adaptive Reuse Ordinance Beyond High-Density Hubs
Los Angeles is making it easier for developers to convert vacant office buildings into housing citywide. This expansion of the adaptive reuse ordinance could reshape the commercial real estate landscape, creating both new opportunities and considerations for property owners and managers.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Engages All LA County Supervisors on CRE Priorities
BOMA/GLA concluded a full round of meetings with all five Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors offices. These conversations allowed us to highlight the challenges facing commercial buildings, elevate member priorities, and strengthen partnerships that will shape policy decisions in 2026.
Read MoreProposed Parking and Vacancy Taxes Spark Concern in Commercial Real Estate
Los Angeles City Council is moving quickly on two major tax proposals that could have significant consequences for commercial properties: a Parking Occupancy Tax (POT) increase and a new Vacancy Tax.
Read MoreCity Hall Divided Over LAPD Hiring and Fiscal Oversight
Los Angeles is facing renewed tension between the Mayor and City Council after reports revealed that the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is hiring more officers than its budget allows. The debate underscores a critical question for policymakers — how to maintain public safety while respecting the City’s fiscal and governance processes.
Read MoreLA County to Present Draft Measure A Spending Plan – Share Your Perspective
Los Angeles County’s Department of Homeless Services and Housing will host a virtual town hall on November 13th at 10:00 a.m. to present the draft FY 2026–27 Measure A Spending Plan. This is an important opportunity for property managers and service providers to share their perspectives on homelessness strategies that directly affect commercial districts and the communities surrounding them.
Read MoreLos Angeles City Council Advances Olympic Zoning ExemptionsÂ
The Los Angeles City Council has unanimously voted to move forward with a new Olympic/Paralympic Zoning Exemption Ordinance designed to expedite projects for the 2028 Games. This measure could temporarily ease zoning restrictions for facilities, infrastructure, and public spaces—affecting areas where many commercial properties and operations are located.
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