Posts Tagged ‘la county’
One Tax Falls Short as Others Head to November Ballot
A proposed Long Beach parcel tax that could have placed a significant new cost on commercial and industrial properties will not appear on the November ballot. However, other parcel tax measures across the region are moving forward.
Read MoreWorking With BIDs to Improve Building Safety
Keeping your building safe takes more than security cameras and on-site staff. Strong partnerships with local Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) and community organizations can help property teams respond more effectively to day-to-day challenges.
Read MoreThe 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 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 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 MoreHow Local Parking Changes Are Affecting Commercial Buildings
Cities across Los Angeles County are continuing to reduce parking requirements and redesign streets around transit, outdoor dining, and mobility goals. While these policies are intended to support housing and walkability, they also directly affect how commercial properties operate and how tenants evaluate space.
Read MoreThe World Cup Is Coming—Is Your Building Ready?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to California this summer, bringing millions of visitors, global attention, and weeks of sustained activity, not just a single-day event like the Super Bowl. For commercial real estate, that means a completely different operating environment that could impact everything from tenant access to building security and daily operations.
Read MoreA Proposed Sales Tax Increase Could Affect Businesses Across LA County
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors recently voted to place a temporary half-cent sales tax increase on the ballot to help fund public healthcare services. While the measure is aimed at addressing a budget gap, it could also affect consumer spending and tenant performance across the region’s commercial properties.
Read MoreWhat 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 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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