Local Legislation
Advocacy Win: Parking Occupancy Tax Increase Blocked
BOMA/GLA secured an important advocacy win at Los Angeles City Hall: the proposed increase to the Parking Occupancy Tax (POT) will not move forward to the June 2026 ballot.
Read MoreWhat Santa Monica’s New Vacant Property Law Means for CRE Owners
Santa Monica City Council has adopted an ordinance that expands how vacant properties are regulated and monitored across the city. Importantly for BOMA/GLA members, these requirements apply to commercial properties—including office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use buildings—that are fully or substantially vacant.
Read MoreBring Life to Vacant Spaces: Long Beach Launches Storefront Art Program
The City of Long Beach is rolling out a new initiative aimed at turning empty storefronts into engaging, community-focused spaces through public art. This program matters to BOMA/GLA members because it offers a practical way to enhance property appeal, support local businesses, and create more inviting commercial corridors.
Read MoreLA City Council Approves Convention Center ExpansionÂ
The Los Angeles City Council has officially approved the Convention Center Expansion and Modernization Project. This project could bring many opportunities and challenges to our DTLA members especially.
Read MoreAdaptive Reuse Expansion in Los Angeles: Faster Approvals and More FlexibilityÂ
The City of Los Angeles’ new Adaptive Reuse Ordinance is taking effect this year, bringing major changes for commercial real estate. Our BOMA/GLA advocacy team has been engaging directly with Mayor Karen Bass’s staff and advocating for our members on multiple issues.
Read MoreBOMA/GLA Advocacy Team Meets with the Mayor of El SegundoÂ
The BOMA/GLA Advocacy team recently met with El Segundo Mayor Chris Pimentel, alongside key city officials, to discuss policy initiatives that could benefit the commercial real estate industry.
Read MoreLA City Council Explores Self-Certification Program to Expedite Permits
The Los Angeles City Council is considering the implementation of a self-certification program to streamline the permitting process for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
Read MoreMayor Bass Releases Executive Order on Wildfire RecoveryÂ
Mayor Karen Bass issued Emergency Executive Order No. 1 to speed up wildfire recovery efforts.
Read MoreLA County Board of Supervisors Enhances Transparency and Community Input in Policy-MakingÂ
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors recently passed a motion aimed at increasing transparency and public engagement in the policy-making process.
Read MoreLA City Council Passes Building Performance Standards ProgramÂ
The Los Angeles City Council has recently approved revisions to the City’s Existing Buildings Energy and Water Efficiency (EBEWE) Ordinance, introducing new Building Performance Standards (BPS) aimed at decarbonizing the building sector.
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