Posts Tagged ‘city of los angeles’
The Business Case for Earthquake Preparedness in Commercial Real Estate
For commercial real estate professionals, seismic preparedness is no longer just about meeting code requirements. It is becoming an important part of protecting assets, managing risk, and planning for the future.
Read MoreWhat Our Codes Committee Is Working on Next
What Our Codes Committee Is Working on Next Codes, Education, Emergency Preparedness The next major earthquake in California is not a matter of if, it is a matter of when. For commercial real estate professionals, that means now is the time to ask important questions: Is your building prepared? Do you understand current seismic requirements?…
Read MoreWhat Proposition 43 Means for Commercial Real Estate and Measure ULA
A major statewide effort to reform local taxes has taken a turn, and it could have long-term impacts on commercial real estate in Los Angeles.
Read MoreWhat Los Angeles’ ULA Decision Means
On July 1, the Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously to remove a proposed ballot measure that would have temporarily exempted newly constructed multifamily and mixed-use residential projects from Measure ULA during their first ten years. As a result, there will be no Measure ULA reform measure before voters this November.
Read MoreIs Your Building Ready for the Next Big Earthquake?
As seismic regulations continue to evolve, property teams face growing responsibilities when it comes to building safety, compliance, and long-term planning. At the same time, insurance companies are paying closer attention to earthquake risk, which could affect building upgrades, coverage, and future investment decisions. To help members prepare, BOMA/GLA is hosting an educational event on Tuesday, August 4, in El Segundo.
Read MoreTaxpayer Protection Measure Withdrawn From November Ballot
The statewide ballot measure that many in the commercial real estate industry viewed as an opportunity to reform California’s tax landscape has been withdrawn from the November 2026 ballot following a last-minute agreement between state leaders and the measure’s sponsors.
Read MoreNavigate LADBS Approvals with Confidence
Don’t miss our upcoming educational event designed to help commercial real estate professionals understand current seismic requirements, navigate the retrofit process, and work more effectively with the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS).
Read MoreLA Voters Decide Key Tax Measures
Los Angeles voters made several important decisions this month on tax measures that will shape the region’s fiscal landscape and reinforce why BOMA/GLA continues to monitor tax policy at every level of government.
Read MoreWhat’s Next for Measure ULA? Voters May Decide in November
The Los Angeles City Council committee reviewing potential Measure ULA reforms recently decided not to recommend changes to the tax for the November ballot. With the City’s review now complete, attention is turning to the November election and the proposed Taxpayer Protection Act. Throughout the process, BOMA/GLA members helped ensure commercial real estate perspectives were heard through surveys, town halls, and meetings with elected officials.
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.
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