BOMA Advocacy Saves Commercial Real Estate Millions. Here's What It Means for You.

When we talk about advocacy, we're talking about results.

Thanks to BOMA International's leadership in the International Code Council (ICC) code development process, commercial real estate professionals have avoided costly and unnecessary regulations that could have significantly increased the cost of owning and operating buildings.

The impact is substantial.

BOMA's advocacy has helped save the industry up to $8.65 per square foot by successfully opposing unnecessary code proposals while ensuring the 2027 International Codes continue to improve building safety, health, and performance.

What does that mean in real dollars?

• 50,000 sq. ft. building: Up to $432,500 in avoided costs
• 100,000 sq. ft. building: Up to $865,000 in avoided costs
• 250,000 sq. ft. building: Up to $2.16 million in avoided costs
• 500,000 sq. ft. building: Up to $4.33 million in avoided costs
• 1 million sq. ft. building: Up to $8.65 million in avoided costs

This is why BOMA has a seat at the table.

As a founding strategic partner of the International Code Council, BOMA International represents the interests of commercial real estate throughout the consensus-based code development process, ensuring new requirements are practical, effective, and cost-conscious.

The result? The 2027 International Codes deliver safer, healthier buildings without creating unnecessary complexity or financial burdens for building owners and managers.

At BOMA Oakland/East Bay, we're proud to be part of a federation that advocates for our members at the local, state, and international levels. It's another reminder that BOMA membership delivers value far beyond networking and education. It helps protect your business and your bottom line.

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