Building Operations
High-Rise Lighting Ordinance
High-Rise Lighting Ordinance May 9, 2021 A few weeks ago, BOMA/Chicago distributed a building member survey related to an ordinance being considered by the City Council that would require high-rise illuminated signs to be extinguished between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. As a follow up to the survey, here is some additional information about…
Read MoreMajor Renovations, Energy Efficiency, and COVID-19
Major Renovations, Energy Efficiency, and COVID-19 Over the past several months, engineers and contractors have collaborated on new technologies and strategies to mitigate the opportunities to spread COVID-19 in their facilities. Modifications to design standards are becoming more common in the market, including new types of air filters, new applications for UV lighting, and modifications…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Leaders Discuss CEJA with Representative Ann Williams
BOMA/Chicago Leaders Discuss CEJA with Representative Ann Williams April 12, 2021 BOMA/Chicago’s legislative team has been busy with over 79 energy and utility related bills filed in the 102nd Illinois General Assembly. Over the next several weeks, numerous committee hearings will likely be held on specific bills as well as “subject matter hearings.” The…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago President Derrick Johnson Testifies in Opposition to Data Exposure Legislation
BOMA/Chicago President Derrick Johnson Testifies in Opposition to Data Exposure Legislation April 7, 2021 BOMA/Chicago President Derrick Johnson appeared at the Illinois House Property Tax Subcommittee on April 1 to testify in opposition to House Bill 860 and House Bill 3529. The legislation, being forwarded by the Cook County Assessor’s Office, would mandate all…
Read MoreBOMA/Chicago Taxation Committee Invites Assessor Kaegi to Meet
BOMA/Chicago Taxation Committee Invites Assessor Kaegi to Meet April 5, 2021 Committee Advocates for Greater Transparency and Fairness Given Tax Burden Shift onto Commercial Properties during Recession BOMA/Chicago’s Taxation Committee hosted Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi at its meeting on Tuesday, March 30. Topics discussed included the Assessor’s data exposure legislation, Cook County’s unique…
Read MoreTake Action: Oppose Legislation That Would Result in Higher Commercial Property Taxes
Take Action: Oppose Legislation That Would Result in Higher Commercial Property Taxes March 23, 2021 BOMA/Chicago is opposing two Illinois House Bills being advanced by Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi that we believe would negatively impact commercial office properties and our ability to recruit jobs and investment to our local economy: HB 860 and HB…
Read MoreVaccine Update: Phase 1C Starts March 29; All Over 16 Starts April 12
Vaccine Update: Phase 1C Starts March 29; All Over 16 Starts April 12 March 20, 2021 On March 17, Mayor Lightfoot and Dr. Arwady announced that Chicago will move to Phase 1C of the vaccination distribution on Monday, March 29. Under this phase, all essential workers – including property management professionals – and Chicagoans…
Read MoreLights Out Chicago! Turn Off/Down Lights after 11 p.m. March 15-August 15
Lights Out Chicago! Turn Off/Down Lights after 11 p.m. March 15-August 15 March 20, 2021 Save Migratory Birds by Reducing Collisions! Each Spring and Fall, about five million birds (of 250 bird species) migrate through Chicago. The birds are often attracted by building lights and lighted glass areas – with fatal results. With good light…
Read MoreSeven Local TOBY Winners Compete in North Central Region Competition
Seven Local TOBY Winners Compete in North Central Region Competition March 2, 2021 During the local 2021 TOBY competition, 15 buildings competed in seven categories based on building size and facility type. They were judged on tenant relations initiatives, commitment to environmental sustainability, emergency preparedness, budgeting, work order systems, security standards, staff experience, continuing…
Read MoreCity Announces Further Easing of COVID-19 Regulations
City Announces Further Easing of COVID-19 Regulations March 2, 2021 From City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection On March 2, the City of Chicago announced the further easing of COVID-19 regulations for Chicago businesses. Due to sustained progress in all four reopening metrics, effective immediately: Indoor capacity at bars, restaurants and…
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