Advocacy
Expanding Energy Data Access
Expanding Energy Data Access Published by BOMA/Chicago on November 9, 2026 Commercial building owners and managers need timely access to utility data to make informed decisions about their properties. Access to both aggregated whole-building data and direct tenant energy bills can support benchmarking and energy-efficiency efforts, help identify demand-response opportunities, and inform renewable energy strategies.…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Advocates for Permanent ComEd Data Program
BOMA/Chicago Advocates for Permanent ComEd Data Program Published by BOMA/Chicago on November 9, 2026 BOMA/Chicago filed a brief on exceptions with the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) in ComEd’s Multi-Year Integrated Grid Plan proceeding, urging support for the BOMA/Chicago Post-Pilot Program Platform. The proposed platform would build on a successful pilot that gave commercial office customers…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Calls for Action Following ComEd Rider NS Audit
BOMA/Chicago Calls for Action Following ComEd Rider NS Audit Published by BOMA/Chicago on November 9, 2026 A comprehensive independent audit of ComEd’s Nonstandard Facilities Charges (Rider NS) confirms many of the concerns BOMA/Chicago members have raised about transparency, documentation, consistency, and their ability to understand and verify charges. The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) ordered the…
Read MoreJoint Statement on Mayor Johnson’s Budget Address
Joint Statement on Mayor Johnson’s Budget Address Published by BOMA/Chicago and a coalition of business organizations on October 21, 2026 We welcome the opportunity to engage with the mayor, City Council, and stakeholders on a budget that moves Chicago forward by helping businesses of all sizes thrive, supporting vibrant neighborhoods, and fostering investment in communities…
Read MoreCity Advances 2024 Construction Code Updates
City Advances 2024 Construction Code Updates Published by BOMA/Chicago on July 30, 2026 The Department of Buildings (DOB) introduced an ordinance updating Chicago’s Construction Codes to align with the 2024 Model Codes. As part of this process, DOB provided a detailed briefing to BOMA/Chicago’s Codes Committee and incorporated important flexibility in the Energy Code based…
Read MoreBuilding Collaboration to Reduce Bird Collisions
Building Collaboration to Reduce Bird Collisions Published by BOMA/Chicago on July 30, 2026 BOMA/Chicago recently partnered with Alderwoman Maria Hadden (49th Ward), several bird advocacy organizations, and Studio Gang to support the development of a new Bird-Friendly Toolkit that outlines practical steps for homeowners and building owners to reduce migratory bird collisions. This collaboration reflects…
Read MoreCity Updates Flexible Heat Ordinance; BOMA/Chicago Secures Key Clarifications for Office Buildings
City Updates Flexible Heat Ordinance; BOMA/Chicago Secures Key Clarifications for Office Buildings Published by BOMA/Chicago on July 13, 2026 The Chicago City Council recently approved updates to the City’s Flexible Heat Ordinance, extending the spring and fall “shoulder seasons” for two-pipe buildings. The change gives building operators more flexibility to meet minimum temperature requirements during…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Advances Major Reform to Fix the City’s Debt Check Process
BOMA/Chicago Advances Major Reform to Fix the City’s Debt Check Process Published by BOMA/Chicago on July 8, 2026 For years, BOMA/Chicago members have voiced the same frustration: the City’s Debt Check process is unpredictable, error-prone, and costly — delaying permits, slowing tenant improvements, and creating unnecessary administrative headaches. Members shared their experiences, and we’re pushing…
Read MorePeoples Gas Files for Major Rate Increase; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members
Peoples Gas Files for Major Rate Increase; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members Published by BOMA/Chicago on: March 16, 2026 Peoples Gas has filed a general rate case seeking a $202.3 million increase, with new rates likely to take effect in early 2027. The proposal includes raising the company’s return on equity to 10.1%, up from the…
Read MoreComed Files 2028-2031 Grid Plan; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members
Comed Files 2028-2031 Grid Plan; BOMA/Chicago Intervenes for Members Published by BOMA/Chicago on: March 16, 2026 ComEd has submitted its next Multi-Year Integrated Grid Plan to the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC), outlining proposed investments and system needs for 2028–2031. The filing succeeds the current Grid Plan, which runs through 2027, and is intended to maintainsystem reliability…
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