Posts Tagged ‘california’
Member Voices Help Move Commercial Permitting Reform Forward
We’ve heard stories of tenant improvements waiting months for approvals, building upgrades getting delayed, and projects becoming more expensive because of unpredictable permitting timelines. Those member experiences help shape our advocacy priorities—and this past week, they helped drive an important win. AB 2418, a commercial permitting reform bill authored by Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez, recently passed the California State Assembly with unanimous support and now moves to the State Senate for consideration.
Read MoreSupporting Continued Homelessness Funding Across California
California’s Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Program is currently facing uncertainty in the state budget, prompting advocacy organizations across the state to urge lawmakers to protect continued funding for homelessness response efforts. As part of these efforts, BOMA/GLA is supporting The People Concern and its advocacy partners as they work to preserve funding for programs that directly impact communities, business districts, and commercial corridors throughout California.
Read MoreWhat CRE Needs to Know Before the 2026 Primary ElectionÂ
California’s June 2, 2026 Primary Election includes major state, county, and local races that will shape the business environment across Greater Los Angeles. For commercial real estate, issues like public safety, homelessness, permitting, taxes, infrastructure, and economic competitiveness continue driving many of the conversations surrounding this election.
Read MoreAB 2418 Advances to Speed Up Commercial Permitting
AB 2418 Advances in California Assembly to Streamline Commercial Permitting. The bill matters to commercial real estate because it aims to reduce plan check delays that continue to slow tenant improvements, increase project costs, and create uncertainty for property owners and managers across California.
Read MoreNatural 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 MoreNovember Ballot Initiative Could Reshape Measure ULA
A new statewide ballot measure that could significantly limit local real estate transfer taxes, including Los Angeles’ Measure ULA, has officially qualified for the November 2026 ballot. This matters for our members because it could reshape the future of ULA, influence transaction activity, and create opportunity in how deals are structured across the region.
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 MoreUpdate on Prop 36: District Attorneys Call for Stable State Funding
Nearly one year after Proposition 36 took effect in California, district attorneys across the state are urging lawmakers to provide long-term funding to ensure the measure delivers on its promises. This matters to BOMA/GLA members because Prop 36 was designed to address property crime and drug-related offenses—issues that directly impact commercial buildings, tenants, and the safety of our business districts.
Read More2025 Advocacy Wins Protect California CRE
California Business Properties Association (CBPA) has released its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of major advocacy victories, CEQA and building code reforms. For BOMA members, the report offers a clear snapshot of how Sacramento’s policy changes impact leasing, project timelines, and operating costs. BOMA/GLA works hand in hand with CBPA and BOMA California on these efforts, ensuring that the voice of local commercial property professionals is represented at the state level.
Read MoreHeavy Rain Ahead: What SoCal Property Managers Should Prepare For
Southern California is expected to see multiple rounds of heavy rain this week as a series of atmospheric river storms move through the region, bringing an increased risk of flooding, strong winds, and power outages through Christmas and into the end of the week. These conditions can disrupt building operations, impact tenant safety and access, and require rapid coordination with service providers during an already compressed holiday schedule.
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