…to create and enforce regulations to address risk. Last week, the City of Los Angeles announced a policy to map all the deficient buildings within the City. Both San Francisco and Santa Monica have passed measures aimed to improve the seismic resilience of their residential building stock.
The aim of the measure to take building stock inventories is to identify the buildings that would benefit from structural improvements such as a seismic retrofit or rehabilitation design. Buildings that are especially sensitive are wood-framed buildings with a soft story, generally at the first-floor retail or parking regions.
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May 27, 2026
In cities across the country, historic industrial assets continue to present challenges and untapped potential. For developers willing to navigate the complexity – and for advisors equipped to translate that complexity into actionable insight – these properties can become catalysts for long-term urban reinvestment.

May 20, 2026
Corey Myers discusses how proactive indoor air quality programs help commercial property teams prevent mold, moisture, and tenant complaints before they escalate.

May 20, 2026
Frank Krech, Sr. Engineer at Partner, brings years of expertise in structural engineering, building envelope consulting, & restoration engineering.




