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SUMMARY:Unearthing Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Please note: AIA|LA is not collecting RSVP’s for this event. Please see all pertinent event details below. \nClick here to register for this free event! \nEVENT DETAILS\nUnearthing Solutions\nA Completed Case Study of a Below-Grade Waterproofing Project at US Storage Centers \nDesigned by Morphosis Architects and Located in Los Angeles \nBelow-grade waterproofing systems are essential to long-term building enclosure performance\, yet they remain a frequent source of distress\, claims\, and costly repairs. Achieving durable performance depends not only on selecting an appropriate system\, but on early and continuous coordination among the owner\, architect\, enclosure consultant\, manufacturer\, and contractor—supported by clear detailing and rigorous construction-phase execution. \nThis panel presentation examines a completed case study of a below-grade waterproofing project at US Storage Centers in Los Angeles\, where a collaborative\, risk-informed process guided design development\, detailing\, and construction administration. The session illustrates how owner objectives\, architectural constraints\, subsurface conditions\, and risk tolerance informed system selection and detailing decisions. Particular emphasis is placed on the architect’s role in coordinating enclosure requirements\, integrating waterproofing into the overall building design\, and facilitating collaboration among the project team. \nThe presentation also highlights the roles of the enclosure consultant\, manufacturer\, and waterproofing contractor in identifying constructibility risks\, maintaining continuity of waterproofing and drainage at critical transitions\, and supporting the architect through submittal review\, RFIs\, and field observations. \n\nPanelists\nJud Taylor and Jeremy Arnold – SGH \nSal Hidalgo – Morphosis \nKyle Stimpson – AVM \nJames “Jimmy” Dent – Systems Waterproofing \n\nObjectives\nAfter attending this presentation\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify key factors influencing below-grade waterproofing system selection\, including owner goals\, subsurface conditions\, architectural constraints\, and risk tolerance.\nRecognize common design and construction challenges that affect below-grade waterproofing performance and explain how early coordination reduces the risk of failure.\nApply best practices for detailing and reviewing below-grade waterproofing assemblies to maintain continuity at transitions\, penetrations\, and terminations.\nUnderstand the roles and responsibilities of architects\, enclosure consultants\, manufacturers\, and contractors in delivering constructible\, durable below-grade waterproofing systems.\n\n  \nPLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS FREE EVENT!
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/unearthing-solutions/
LOCATION:Simpson Gumpertz & Heger\, 757 S Alameda Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Networking,Panel,Partner Program,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:9th Annual 1.5°C Symposium on Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Click here for Ticket Purchase Instructions & Support.\nEVENT DETAILS\nOn Friday\, April 17th\, 2026\, the AIA Los Angeles Committee on the Environment (COTE) is proud to host the 9th annual 1.5°C Symposium on Climate Change. This year’s symposium shifts the conversation from policy to practice\, and from intention to action. \nIn a time of political uncertainty and climate urgency\, this event asks: How can individuals\, firms\, and communities drive real\, tangible change? The 2026 Symposium will explore how climate action is scaled across projects of every size\, within firms of every structure\, and across sectors often siloed from each other. From small-scale pro-bono efforts to market-driven green development\, the event will celebrate and elevate practical\, resilient\, and replicable strategies Attendees will engage with Southern California–based impact projects\, sector-specific insights\, and a network of collaborators reimagining what’s possible. Our goal is to democratize knowledge\, strengthen cross-sector connections\, and accelerate a just transition in the built environment. \n \nWORKSHOP INFO\nClick here to view the 1.5°C Symposium on Climate Change Workshop Sessions. \n\nPlease note:\n\n\nWe have 5 workshop sessions available during the conference.\nSession A\, Session B\, Session C\, Session D\,  & Session E.\nEach attendee may select ONE workshop per session.\nPlease note: Each session has capacity limits and seating will be first come first served!\nYou may select your workshop preferences when purchasing your ticket.\n\n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n1. Participants will analyze how climate action is implemented across projects of varying scale and context\, from small-scale and community-driven efforts to large\, market-based developments\, with attention to health\, safety\, welfare\, and environmental co-benefits. \n2. Participants will be able to identify practical\, replicable strategies used by individuals\, firms\, and cross-sector teams to advance net-zero\, resilience\, and regenerative outcomes within real-world professional and organizational constraints. \n3. Participants will evaluate the role of financial mechanisms\, partnerships\, and capital flows in enabling or limiting climate-ready projects\, including approaches to value creation\, risk mitigation\, and equitable development. \n4. Participants will able to apply tools\, metrics\, and collaborative frameworks\, spanning design practice\, policy translation\, and project finance\, to accelerate climate-positive outcomes within their own professional work and communities. \n  \nPARKING\nParking is available onsite for $12/day with entry off of Albany Street. \n\nPlease click here to view more details about 1.5°C.\nBecome a sponsor! Click here to support 1.5°C.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/9th-annual-1-5c-symposium-on-climate-change/
LOCATION:Loyola Law School\, 919 Albany Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committee on the Environment,Committees,Conference,Learning Units
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T130000
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables w/ Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) - April 2026
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables w/ Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) \nAdvocate. Innovate. Streamline. Join the conversation directly shaping the built environment of Los Angeles. \nThese virtual meetings are organized by the AIA|LA Government Outreach (GO!) Committee. \nREGISTER HERE\nNavigating the regulatory landscape of Los Angeles is often one of the most complex challenges architects face. The AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables offer an exclusive\, high-level dialogue directly with the leadership of Los Angeles City Planning (LACP). This is your opportunity to cut through the red tape\, gain immediate clarity on shifting departmental processes\, and directly advocate for the code clean-ups necessary to make your projects more feasible. \nNext Session Spotlight: April 22 – Our upcoming meeting will dive deep into the ‘nuts and bolts’ of the Development Services Bureau. We will focus extensively on the critical transition of the zoning plan check process\, shifting from LADBS to LACP—detailing exactly what this operational shift means for your workflow\, permitting timelines\, and current projects. \nFuture Roundtable Topics: To ensure these sessions remain highly relevant\, future agendas will pivot to address the most pressing legislative and departmental priorities impacting your practice\, including: \n\nZoning Code Clean-Up: Identifying and reforming specific hindrances\, such as 14’ ground floor minimums.\nStatewide Housing Initiatives: Practical implementation of SB 79\, AB 130\, SB 131\, and other key bills.\nThe Tech Shift: How AI\, automation\, and new technologies are altering regulatory compliance.\nNeighborhood Evolution: Navigating the Missing Middle\, Corner Stores in SFRs\, the Small Lot Ordinance\, ADUs\, and the Livable Communities Initiative.\n\nPlanning Updates: Real-time updates on Community Plans and the refinement or sunsetting of outdated Specific Plans. \n2026 Schedule (Virtual via Zoom) \n\nTuesday\, January 27 | 9:00 am – 10:30 am (in-person at LA City Hall)\nWednesday\, April 22 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\nTuesday\, August 18 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\nWednesday\, November 18 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\n\nDon’t let policy happen to your practice—help shape it. RSVP today to secure your spot at the table. \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/quarterly-roundtable-discussion-w-lacp-april-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T173000
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SUMMARY:Pre-Powerful XIII Networking Happy Hour + Volunteer Meetup
DESCRIPTION:EVENT DETAILS\nPlease join us for a spring happy hour\, where we’ll make new friends and kick off planning for Powerful XIII! This will be a great opportunity to network with women in the AEC industry and make an important contribution to the Powerful XIII Conference\, which will take place in the fall. New volunteers and those who just want to come for the fun are all welcome!  \n  \nMeet the 2026 Women of Architecture Committee Chairs!\n \nAbby Katcher\, AIA – Co-Chair \n \nKim Patten\, AIA – Co-Chair \n \nEmily Dinnerman\, Assoc. AIA – Vice Co-Chair \n \nJennifer Doublet\, AIA\, NCARB – Vice Co-Chair \n \nSara Pijuan\, AIA – Past Chair \n \nKristi Paulson\, AIA – Past Chair \n  \nFor more information on the Women in Architecture Committee\, visit here. \n  \nPARKING\nStreet parking is available. Please be mindful of the street signs\, and please do not park in the lots of local businesses.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/pre-powerful-xiii-networking-happy-hour-volunteer-meetup/
LOCATION:Center for Communities\, 4450 West Adams\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90016
CATEGORIES:Committees,Networking,WiA
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SUMMARY:Implementing the New Citywide Adaptive Reuse Ordinance\, A Holistic Playbook for the First Year
DESCRIPTION:Click here for Ticket Purchase Instructions & Support. \nEVENT DETAILS\nThis panel discussion will examine the evolving regulatory and economic landscape shaping adaptive reuse and building conversions in Los Angeles. Panelists will explore the newly enacted citywide adaptive reuse ordinance\, recent building code reform efforts at the city and state levels\, and the role of financial incentives in facilitating conversion projects. The program will provide attendees with an understanding of how these policy shifts influence project feasibility\, code compliance pathways\, and the broader urban fabric as Los Angeles continues to recover from the impacts of the pandemic and compete with regional and global cities to attract and retain talent in support of a more equitable\, resilient\, and sustainable future. \nIn addition to policy and regulatory updates\, the discussion will focus on practical lessons learned in the design and documentation of adaptive reuse projects. Panelists will highlight common challenges encountered when working with existing buildings\, including alternative code compliance strategies\, coordination of complex construction documents\, and selection of appropriate project delivery methods. Attendees will gain insight into approaches that improve project outcomes\, reduce risk\, and support the health\, safety\, and welfare of building occupants and the communities they serve. \n  \nMODERATOR\n \nRoberto Vazquez\, AIA – Associate Principal & Sector Leader\, HED \nAs a Housing Sector Leader at HED\, Roberto Vazquez\, AIA\, brings a distinct depth of technical precision and creative vision to the adaptive reuse and repositioning of the built environment. A passionate advocate and practitioner\, Roberto has spent two decades transforming underutilized buildings into vibrant\, multi-dimensional spaces across Los Angeles and beyond—revitalizing city cores\, catalyzing economic opportunity\, and expanding access to housing. His portfolio spans high-rise conversions\, boutique hotels\, and landmark restorations\, where Roberto’s impact reaches beyond the drawing board. He is a vocal partner to cities and agencies\, working to reimagine policy frameworks that unlock the social\, environmental\, and financial potential of reuse. Through thoughtful leadership\, technical rigor\, and advocacy-driven design\, he positions architecture as both a tool for urban resilience and a catalyst for equity. \n  \nSPEAKERS\n\nKarin Liljegren\, FAIA – Principal & Founder\, Omgivning Architecture & Interiors \nKarin Liljegren\, FAIA\, has dedicated the past 25 years of her career to the adaptive reuse of existing buildings. In 2009\, she founded Omgivning Architecture and Interiors\, a firm known for uncovering the potential in underutilized buildings. Omgivning transforms these buildings to a wide range of new uses—including multifamily housing\, hotels\, restaurants\, event venues\, and workspaces—from a small cafe up to a two-million-square-foot historic high-rise. \n\nA leader in advocacy\, Karin combines hands-on experience with a practical yet visionary approach. Her ability to see all perspectives has helped shape local planning policies and drive reforms in building and fire codes for more than two decades\, leading her to become a State and National thought leader.\n \n \nGarrett Lee – President\, Jamison Properties \nGarrett Lee is President of Jamison Properties\, the development arm of Jamison\, which under his direction has brought to market more than 8\,000 new market rate and affordable housing units\, through ground up construction and adaptive reuse conversions of office to residential. Garrett also oversees Jamison’s general contracting firms that have built the majority of its development portfolio. \nA Los Angeles native\, he earned a BA from USC School of Cinematic Arts and a JD from USC Gould School of Law. Since 2016\, Garrett has served on the board of the Korean American Coalition\, a nonprofit organization that promotes the civic and civil rights interests of the Korean American community. \n \nHolly Harper\, AIA – Planning Assistant\, Los Angeles City Planning \nHolly Harper is a principal author of the Citywide Adaptive Reuse Ordinance (ARO) that is now in effect everywhere outside of downtown. The Citywide ARO expands incentives for the conversion of existing buildings to provide new housing and makes most such applications by-right\, building upon Los Angeles’ successful Downtown Adaptive Reuse Program (1999). See: https://planning.lacity.gov/project-review/adaptive-reuse. \n\nHolly joined Los Angeles City Planning’s Urban Design Studio after fifteen years in the non-profit sector focused upon urban forestry and active transportation. She received her BArch from SCI-Arc\, is a licensed architect and worked to build the City’s first green street (2007) in collaboration with the City of Los Angeles’ Bureau of Street Services\, located on Oros Street and in Steelhead Park along the Los Angeles River. She currently lives northeast of downtown and has been car-free for over twenty years.\n \n \nBilly Omahen – Operations Manager\, Swinerton \nBilly Omahen is an Operations Manager with Swinerton’s OCLA Special Projects Division\, where he oversees all aspects of pre-construction and construction for complex renovation\, tenant improvement\, and adaptive reuse projects across Southern California. With over eighteen years of industry experience\, Billy has played a key role in repurposing underutilized and legacy buildings into high performing spaces that support creative office\, cultural\, life science\, institutional\, and research uses. \n\nHis adaptive reuse portfolio includes prominent projects such as the AltaSea Campus at the Port of Los Angeles\, multiple Downtown Los Angeles adaptive reuse and repositioning efforts\, and large scale warehouse to office and laboratory conversions. Billy’s work emphasizes constructability\, phased occupancy\, sustainability\, and stakeholder coordination within dense urban environments. His projects often involve navigating aging infrastructure\, historic structures\, and occupied facilities\, requiring thoughtful phasing strategies and a deep understanding of existing building constraints. Known for bridging design ambition with practical execution\, Billy frequently collaborates with architects\, engineers\, and owners to resolve structural constraints\, modernize MEP systems\, and extend the life of existing buildings while meeting contemporary performance and code requirements. He offers an owner and builder focused perspective on balancing risk\, innovation\, and feasibility\, drawing from hands on experience delivering complex adaptive reuse projects with long term operational value.\n \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\nAdaptive Reuse Ordinance\n•Identify key provisions of the new citywide adaptive reuse ordinance.\n•Evaluate its successes and areas that require further refinement.\nBuilding Code Reform\n•Describe current city and state initiatives aimed at facilitating building code reform.\n•Analyze how these reforms impact adaptive reuse and building conversions.\nFinancial Incentives\n•Summarize available financial incentives that support building conversions.\n•Assess how these incentives influence project feasibility and design strategy.\nLessons Learned in Practice\n•Identify design opportunities and constraints when working with existing buildings.\n•Recognize common oversights in construction documentation for adaptive reuse projects.\n•Compare project delivery methods\, including Design Bid Build and GMP\, and evaluate their suitability for conversion projects. \n  \nPARKING\nStreet parking is available. Please be mindful of the signage and please do not park in the lots of local businesses.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/implementing-the-new-citywide-adaptive-reuse-ordinance-a-holistic-playbook-for-the-first-year/
LOCATION:Center for Communities\, 4450 West Adams\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90016
CATEGORIES:Committees,Learning Units,Networking,Panel,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Look and Listen: David Geffen Galleries
DESCRIPTION:**Please note: AIA|LA is not collecting RSVP’s for this event.** \nEVENT DETAILS\nDuring this leisurely guided walk through at the newly constructed David Geffen Galleries with LACMA educators\, you’ll reflect on the sensory qualities of the space and engage with prompts for mindful observation. \nCo-presented with LACMA \nhttps://www.lacma.org/event/look-and-listen-david-geffen-galleries \nPLEASE CLICK HERE TO RSVP.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/look-and-listen-david-geffen-galleries/
LOCATION:LACMA\, 5905 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Interior Architecture Committee
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SUMMARY:Draw & Explore: Light and Space at the David Geffen Galleries
DESCRIPTION:**Please note: AIA|LA is not collecting RSVP’s for this event.** \nEVENT DETAILS\nDrop in for a self-guided drawing session and engage with light\, texture\, and space at your own pace. Prompts and materials will be provided by USC’s Mina Chow and educators from LACMA and AIA Los Angeles for all levels. \nCo-presented with LACMA. Additional details and educators from LACMA and AIA|LA to be announced. \nA limited number of limited edition AIA x LACMA totes available for reserved guests on a first come\, first serve basis. \nhttps://www.lacma.org/event/draw-explore-light-and-space \n  \nPLEASE CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE.\nFree event in the galleries with museum admission. \n  \nEDUCATOR\n \nMina Chow\, FAIA \nEducator\, filmmaker\, licensed architect \nAdjunct Professor at the USC School of Architecture \nFaculty Fellow at USC Annenberg Center on Public Diplomacy \n  \nMina Chow\, FAIA NCARB is an award-winning interdisciplinary filmmaker\, licensed architect\, Adjunct Professor at the USC School of Architecture\, and a Faculty Fellow at USC Annenberg Center on Public Diplomacy. Through her filmmaking\, public scholarship\, and interdisciplinary teaching\, Mina communicates important underlying relationships between design and culture. She has written on identity and cultural issues between media and architecture for The Architect’s Newspaper’s “Suspended in a Spectacle: Public Diplomacy at Expo 2020 Dubai\,” “With the Media Burning and a Virus Raging\, Should We Look to Architecture?” and “Delinquent in Dubai: We Need to Tell America’s Best Story in the Middle East.” \nIn 2021\, she was elevated to the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects for interdisciplinary work and documentary filmmaking. Since 2018\, she’s served as a design history consultant for the U.S. Department of State Expo Unit. Recognized by the U.S. Department of State Expo Unit website her 2022 PBS documentary “FACE OF A NATION: What Happened to the World’s Fair?” continues its impact in Time and Smithsonian Magazine\, international screenings on Emirates Airlines\, and at the 2022 International Communications (ICA) Conference in Paris. The film connects U.S. participation at overseas World Expos to the erosion of the country’s international image. \nProfessor Chow is a member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in the documentary peer group. She has directed and produced films for the American Institute of Architects and the University of Southern California. In 2011\, she created BRAVE NEW WORLD\, a pilot for the LA Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs about innovative architecture. Select awards include an Arnold W. Brunner Grant from the Center for Architecture\, the Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts\, the California Architectural Foundation\, USC’s Architectural Guild\, USC’s US-China Institute and Ambassador’s Fund. She was on the award-winning U.S. Pavilion team “Spontaneous Interventions: Design Actions for the Common Good” at the 2012 Venice Architecture Biennale.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/draw-explore-light-and-space-at-the-david-geffen-galleries/
LOCATION:LACMA\, 5905 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Interior Architecture Committee
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SUMMARY:Look and Wander: New Grounds at the David Geffen Galleries
DESCRIPTION:**Please note: AIA|LA is not collecting RSVP’s for this event.** \nEVENT DETAILS\nWander through the outdoor spaces surrounding the new David Geffen Galleries with LACMA educators and senior project manager and landscape designer Alexis SantaRomana and reflect on how plants\, pathways\, open spaces\, and exterior views shape the museum experience. \nCo-presented with LACMA. \nhttps://www.lacma.org/event/look-and-wander-new-grounds \n  \nPLEASE CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/look-and-wander-new-grounds-at-the-david-geffen-galleries/
LOCATION:LACMA\, 5905 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T193000
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SUMMARY:Meet the Practice with SAA at 1960 E Grand
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nJoin us for a one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet the SAA interiors + architecture team in a special project setting at 1960 E Grand in El Segundo. We’re excited to welcome you\, share how we work\, and connect with fellow AIA peers in a space that brings our approach to life. \nSince 2000\, SAA interiors + architecture has grown into a SoCal leader in office and healthcare interiors by simplifying complexity through process-driven innovation. From initial engagement through construction closeout\, our integrated teams deliver strategy\, creativity\, deep knowledge of codes and permitting\, and technical precision to create measurable value for organizations and the people who depend on them. \n  \nPARKING\nDetails forthcoming.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/meet-the-practice-with-saa-at-1960-e-grand/
LOCATION:SAA at 1960 E. Grand\, 1960 E Grand Ave\, El Segundo\, California\, 90245\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committees,Community,Networking,Sustainability + Environment
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Roundtable Discussion w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. - June 2026
DESCRIPTION:AIA LA GO! Roundtable Discussion w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. – General Manager\, LADBS\nThis is a virtual meeting. Please register below to receive the Zoom link. \nThese quarterly roundtables\, organized by the AIA|LA Government Outreach (GO!) Committee\, serve as a forum for AIA members to connect directly with LADBS leadership and to learn more about the latest initiatives being advanced by LADBS. \nIf you have an item\, issue\, or a specific topic you’d like added to the agenda\, please email Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\nMonday\, March 16 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, June 15 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, September 21 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, December 7 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\n\nREGISTER HERE\nAIA LA GO! Roundtable w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. — Your Chance to Shape LA’s Building Codes and Policies \nJoin us for a virtual roundtable discussion with Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP\, General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). This is your opportunity to engage directly with LADBS leadership and influence the future of building in Los Angeles. \nWhy Attend? \n\nDirect Access to LADBS: Hear firsthand updates on emerging initiatives\, code changes\, and policy priorities from the General Manager himself.\nInfluence the Agenda: Share your ideas and recommendations on critical topics like permit streamlining\, resilient design\, and sustainable building practices.\nShape the Future of LA: Your input will directly inform AIA LA’s advocacy efforts and help shape the future of building codes and policies in Los Angeles.\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nArchitects and design professionals with questions about interpreting building codes and implementing policies that impact architecture & design.\nProfessionals seeking to understand the latest developments and initiatives at LADBS.\nAnyone passionate about shaping a more sustainable and resilient built environment in Los Angeles.\n\nEvent Details: \n\nDate:  Monday\, June 15 (1 pm – 2 pm)\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PST\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)\nRSVP: [REGISTER HERE]\n\nDon’t Miss This Opportunity! \nYour voice matters. Let’s work together to create a better built environment for all Angelenos. RSVP today and be a part of the conversation! \nCan’t make this one? Mark your calendars for future AIA LA GO! Roundtable Discussions w/ Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP: \n\nMonday\, March 16 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, June 15 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, September 21 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, December 7 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\n\n \nOsama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP – General Manager & Superintendent of Building\, Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) \nOsama Younan is the General Manager of the City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). He developed the Department’s Green Building Division to implement the Los Angeles Green Building Code. Osama Younan is a licensed Mechanical Engineer with the State of California and a LEED Accredited Professional with the U.S. Green Building Council. Osama Younan serves as the Chair of the Green Building Committee for the Los Angeles Basin Chapter which represents eighty-nine jurisdictions in Southern California\, he serves on the Green Building Code Advisory Committee for the California Building Standards Commission that provides recommendations regarding the development of the CALGreen Code\, and he serves on the ASHREA Standard 189.1 Committee “Standard for the Design of High-Performance Green Buildings”. \nOsama Younan is a Licensed Professional Engineer\, LEED Accredited Professional\, and he oversees the operations of all the bureaus in the department. As the General Manager\, he oversees the operations of the Department’s 950 employees in the following major functional groups spread among 11 geographical locations:\n+ Permit and Engineering Bureau\n+ Inspection Bureau\n+ Code Enforcement Bureau\n+ Resource Management Bureau\n+ Technology Services Bureau\n+ Development Services Case Management Division \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/quarterly-roundtable-discussion-w-osama-younan-p-e-june-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services:  2026 Quarterly Meetings - 06.18.26
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services: 2025 Quarterly Meetings\n\nThis is a virtual meeting hosted on LADPW’s WebEx platform. Please register in advance to receive the link to access the meeting. \nThese quarterly meetings serve as a forum for AIA members to connect directly with LADWP leadership and discuss opportunities and strategies to improve development services. \nThe schedule for 2026: \nThursday\, March 5 (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – RSVP HERE\n*Thursday\, June 18 (11:00 am – 12:00 pm) – RSVP HERE \nThursday\, August 13  (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) –  RSVP HERE\nThursday\,  November 5 (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – RSVP HERE \n*Please note:  The May 7th meeting has now been rescheduled for June 18th! \nPlease share your specific issues\, recommendations\, challenges\, and/or questions in advance\, and we’ll add them to the agenda for each meeting.  Email us here = Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE. \n  \nPRIME 2026 AIA|LA ADVOCACY PRIORITY w/ LADWP: \nAIA|LA is requesting LADWP leadership to institute the following protocol\, which we believe will substantially improve development services: \nTo require review/approval of the Service Planner (Office Team) and ESR (Field Team) should occur during the normal Plan Check Period – Avoids delays that happen when approval occurs during construction and when the ESR first sees a project late in the construction process. \n\n\nMEETING AGENDA \nAIA|LA & LADWP Quarterly Leadership Meeting \nDate: June 18\, 2026 (11:00am – 12:00pm) \nObjective: Modernizing development services and utility standards to align with Los Angeles’s housing production and public realm goals. \n1. Introductions & Strategic Alignment (10 mins) \n\n\nAligning LADWP’s infrastructure requirements with the City’s push for denser\, transit-oriented development and “missing middle” housing. \n\n\nBalancing grid reliability with the urgent need to reduce project delays and minimize the utility footprint on the public right-of-way. \n\n\n2. Spatial Optimization: Right-Sizing the Utility Footprint (15 mins) \n\n\nStaging Area Expansion: Discussing the recent increases in required staging area sizes. Exploring whether equipment scaling (e.g.\, using smaller maintenance vehicles like BOS hillside trucks) can reduce spatial demands in dense urban infill sites. \n\n\nSidewalk Clearance Consolidation: Addressing the current standard of 12’ clear width per piece of equipment (Switch\, TX\, Pullbox = 36’ of dead sidewalk space). Exploring consolidated spacing (e.g.\, 24’ for three pieces) to preserve street trees and pedestrian flow. \n\n\n3. Engineering Flexibility: Adapting to Urban Site Constraints (15 mins) \n\n\nFloor Loading & Material Alternatives: Evaluating alternatives to the increasing thickness and extent of permanent concrete required for staging areas. \n\n\nBelow-Grade Transformers: Discussing current limitations on below-grade vaults (specifically the 2\,000-amp cap) and pathways to increase below-grade capacity to free up surface area. \n\n\nAlley Deployments: Standardizing and incentivizing the placement of transformers in alleys rather than primary street frontages. \n\n\n4. Public Realm & Climate Resilience: Heat Island Mitigation (10 mins) \n\n\nReplacing Concrete with Permeable Alternatives: Proposing the formal allowance of Decomposed Granite (DG) and utility-friendly\, low-growth ground cover around equipment pads to mitigate the urban heat island effect. \n\n\nEstablishing a “Green Pad” Standard: Reviewing safe planting guidelines (e.g.\, the 10-3-3-3 rule) that protect utility access while softening the streetscape. \n\n\n5. Next Steps & Action Items (10 mins) \n\n\nIdentify pilot opportunities for these recommendations. \n\n\nEstablish a working group for specific code updates. \n\n\n\nSpecific Recommendations for LADWP Implementation\nRecommendation 1: Create a “Dense Urban Infill” Staging Standard \n\n\nThe Fix: LADWP should establish an alternative staging standard for high-density and transit-oriented areas. Instead of mandating staging areas sized for maximum-capacity cranes\, LADWP should allow developers to specify that maintenance will be performed by smaller\, more agile equipment (similar to BOS hillside trash trucks). \n\n\nThe Fix: To address floor loading requirements\, LADWP should pilot the use of certified temporary metal plates (similar to heavy-duty roadwork plates) deployed only during emergency TX replacement. This eliminates the need for developers to pour massive\, permanent\, thick concrete staging pads that ruin site landscaping and drive up costs. \n\n\nRecommendation 2: Consolidate Sidewalk Equipment Clearances \n\n\nThe Fix: Revise the clearance rule that demands 12 linear feet of clear sidewalk per individual piece of equipment. LADWP should adopt a consolidated working space model allowing overlapping access zones. For example\, a switch\, TX\, and pullbox grouped together should require a maximum of 24 linear feet (instead of 36). This will save vital space for mandatory street tree planting and pedestrian mobility. \n\n\nRecommendation 3: Expand Below-Grade and Alley Options \n\n\nThe Fix: LADWP should formally review and lift the 2000-amp limit for below-grade transformers. By adopting newer active-cooling vault technologies or modular vault configurations\, larger buildings can place their utilities underground\, preserving the ground-floor pedestrian experience. \n\n\nThe Fix: Issue a departmental directive that officially prioritizes alleyway placements for transformers\, complete with pre-approved design templates\, to divert these massive boxes away from primary pedestrian boulevards. \n\n\nRecommendation 4: Formally Adopt a “Green Pad” Landscaping Standard \n\n\nThe Fix: LADWP should revise its design manuals to explicitly ban the unnecessary paving of concrete aprons around equipment pads. Instead\, mandate or allow the use of Decomposed Granite (DG) or river rock within the immediate 3-foot clearance radius to dissipate heat and provide a stable footing for workers. \n\n\nThe Fix: Outside the 3-foot immediate access zone\, LADWP should publish an “Approved Plant List” of drought-tolerant\, shallow-root ground covers that naturally stay under 4 inches tall (e.g.\, Creeping Thyme\, Dwarf Mondo Grass\, Sedum). This officially aligns LADWP with the Mayor’s sustainability and heat-island reduction goals\, ensuring crews have safe access without turning sidewalks into concrete dead zones. \n\n\n\n\n\nMORE CONTEXT: \nPowering Progress: How AIA|LA and LADWP Are Redesigning Collaboration \nSince 2021\, AIA Los Angeles and LADWP have been breaking down silos through a pioneering series of quarterly roundtables. What began as a conversation has evolved into a powerful engine for problem-solving\, connecting the architects who envision our city with the utility experts who power it. \nThe Mission: From Transaction to Trust – \nThese forums are about more than just permits; they are about building a shared culture of trust and empathy. By aligning the priorities of LADWP personnel with private sector designers\, we are testing new methods to tackle Los Angeles’ biggest challenges—from the housing crisis to the urban heat island effect. We recognize that environmental justice\, electrification\, and urban design are deeply interconnected\, requiring a unified approach to infrastructure. \nTurning Talk into Action – These quarterly deep-dives allow us to: \n\nModernize Standards: We are analyzing how equipment size and “cultural habits” regarding utility placement impact the beauty and safety of our streets.\nInnovate: From exploring self-certification to piloting new technologies\, we are identifying the obstacles that slow down progress.\nBenchmark: We are looking at regional best practices to integrate trees and landscaping with utility infrastructure\, ensuring a greener public realm.\n\nReal Results: The impact of this partnership is already visible on the ground. Together\, we have achieved: \n\nFaster processing for utility permits.\nCritical streamlining for Executive Directive 1 (100% Affordable Housing) projects.\nSmarter financial solutions\, including the amortization of line extensions.\nGreater flexibility for construction staging and transformer placement.\n\nA Model for the Future: \nWe believe this partnership sets the standard for how City departments should engage with the private sector. By celebrating these wins\, we hope to show the public that when architects and utilities collaborate\, the entire city benefits. \n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-ladwp-development-services-2026-quarterly-meetings-may-7/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services:  2026 Quarterly Meetings - 08.13.26
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services: 2025 Quarterly Meetings\n\nThis is a virtual meeting hosted on LADPW’s WebEx platform. Please register in advance to receive the link to access the meeting. \nThese quarterly meetings serve as a forum for AIA members to connect directly with LADWP leadership and discuss opportunities and strategies to improve development services. \nThe schedule for 2026: \nThursday\, March 5 (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – RSVP HERE\nThursday\, May 7  (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – RSVP HERE\nThursday\, August 13  (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) –  RSVP HERE\nThursday\,  November 5 (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – RSVP HERE\nPlease share your specific issues\, recommendations\, challenges\, and/or questions in advance\, and we’ll add them to the agenda for each meeting.  Email us here = Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE. \n  \nPRIME 2026 AIA|LA ADVOCACY PRIORITY w/ LADWP: \nAIA|LA is requesting LADWP leadership to institute the following protocol\, which we believe will substantially improve development services: \nTo require review/approval of the Service Planner (Office Team) and ESR (Field Team) should occur during the normal Plan Check Period – Avoids delays that happen when approval occurs during construction and when the ESR first sees a project late in the construction process. \nMORE CONTEXT: \nPowering Progress: How AIA|LA and LADWP Are Redesigning Collaboration \nSince 2021\, AIA Los Angeles and LADWP have been breaking down silos through a pioneering series of quarterly roundtables. What began as a conversation has evolved into a powerful engine for problem-solving\, connecting the architects who envision our city with the utility experts who power it. \nThe Mission: From Transaction to Trust – \nThese forums are about more than just permits; they are about building a shared culture of trust and empathy. By aligning the priorities of LADWP personnel with private sector designers\, we are testing new methods to tackle Los Angeles’ biggest challenges—from the housing crisis to the urban heat island effect. We recognize that environmental justice\, electrification\, and urban design are deeply interconnected\, requiring a unified approach to infrastructure. \nTurning Talk into Action – These quarterly deep-dives allow us to: \n\nModernize Standards: We are analyzing how equipment size and “cultural habits” regarding utility placement impact the beauty and safety of our streets.\nInnovate: From exploring self-certification to piloting new technologies\, we are identifying the obstacles that slow down progress.\nBenchmark: We are looking at regional best practices to integrate trees and landscaping with utility infrastructure\, ensuring a greener public realm.\n\nReal Results: The impact of this partnership is already visible on the ground. Together\, we have achieved: \n\nFaster processing for utility permits.\nCritical streamlining for Executive Directive 1 (100% Affordable Housing) projects.\nSmarter financial solutions\, including the amortization of line extensions.\nGreater flexibility for construction staging and transformer placement.\n\nA Model for the Future: \nWe believe this partnership sets the standard for how City departments should engage with the private sector. By celebrating these wins\, we hope to show the public that when architects and utilities collaborate\, the entire city benefits. \n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-ladwp-development-services-2026-quarterly-meetings-08-13-26/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables w/ Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) - August 2026
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables w/ Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) \nAdvocate. Innovate. Streamline. Join the conversation directly shaping the built environment of Los Angeles. \nThese virtual meetings are organized by the AIA|LA Government Outreach (GO!) Committee. \nREGISTER HERE\nNavigating the regulatory landscape of Los Angeles is often one of the most complex challenges architects face. The AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables offer an exclusive\, high-level dialogue directly with the leadership of Los Angeles City Planning (LACP). This is your opportunity to cut through the red tape\, gain immediate clarity on shifting departmental processes\, and directly advocate for the code clean-ups necessary to make your projects more feasible. \nProspective Roundtable Topics: To ensure these sessions remain highly relevant\, future agendas will pivot to address the most pressing legislative and departmental priorities impacting your practice\, including: \n\nZoning Code Clean-Up: Identifying and reforming specific hindrances\, such as 14’ ground floor minimums.\nStatewide Housing Initiatives: Practical implementation of SB 79\, AB 130\, SB 131\, and other key bills.\nThe Tech Shift: How AI\, automation\, and new technologies are altering regulatory compliance.\nNeighborhood Evolution: Navigating the Missing Middle\, Corner Stores in SFRs\, the Small Lot Ordinance\, ADUs\, and the Livable Communities Initiative.\n\nPlanning Updates: Real-time updates on Community Plans and the refinement or sunsetting of outdated Specific Plans. \n2026 Schedule (Virtual via Zoom) \n\nTuesday\, January 27 | 9:00 am – 10:30 am (in-person at LA City Hall)\nWednesday\, April 22 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\nTuesday\, August 18 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\nWednesday\, November 18 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\n\nDon’t let policy happen to your practice—help shape it. RSVP today to secure your spot at the table. \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-quarterly-roundtables-w-los-angeles-city-planning-lacp-august-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Roundtable Discussion w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. - September 2026
DESCRIPTION:AIA LA GO! Roundtable Discussion w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. – General Manager\, LADBS\nThis is a virtual meeting. Please register below to receive the Zoom link. \nThese quarterly roundtables\, organized by the AIA|LA Government Outreach (GO!) Committee\, serve as a forum for AIA members to connect directly with LADBS leadership and to learn more about the latest initiatives being advanced by LADBS. \nIf you have an item\, issue\, or a specific topic you’d like added to the agenda\, please email Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\nMonday\, March 16 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, June 15 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, September 21 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, December 7 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\n\nREGISTER HERE\nAIA LA GO! Roundtable w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. — Your Chance to Shape LA’s Building Codes and Policies \nJoin us for a virtual roundtable discussion with Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP\, General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). This is your opportunity to engage directly with LADBS leadership and influence the future of building in Los Angeles. \nWhy Attend? \n\nDirect Access to LADBS: Hear firsthand updates on emerging initiatives\, code changes\, and policy priorities from the General Manager himself.\nInfluence the Agenda: Share your ideas and recommendations on critical topics like permit streamlining\, resilient design\, and sustainable building practices.\nShape the Future of LA: Your input will directly inform AIA LA’s advocacy efforts and help shape the future of building codes and policies in Los Angeles.\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nArchitects and design professionals with questions about interpreting building codes and implementing policies that impact architecture & design.\nProfessionals seeking to understand the latest developments and initiatives at LADBS.\nAnyone passionate about shaping a more sustainable and resilient built environment in Los Angeles.\n\nEvent Details: \n\nDate:  Monday\, September 21 (1 pm – 2 pm)\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PST\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)\nRSVP: [REGISTER HERE]\n\nDon’t Miss This Opportunity! \nYour voice matters. Let’s work together to create a better built environment for all Angelenos. RSVP today and be a part of the conversation! \nCan’t make this one? Mark your calendars for future AIA LA GO! Roundtable Discussions w/ Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP: \n\nMonday\, March 16 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, June 15 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, September 21 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, December 7 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\n\n \nOsama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP – General Manager & Superintendent of Building\, Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) \nOsama Younan is the General Manager of the City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). He developed the Department’s Green Building Division to implement the Los Angeles Green Building Code. Osama Younan is a licensed Mechanical Engineer with the State of California and a LEED Accredited Professional with the U.S. Green Building Council. Osama Younan serves as the Chair of the Green Building Committee for the Los Angeles Basin Chapter which represents eighty-nine jurisdictions in Southern California\, he serves on the Green Building Code Advisory Committee for the California Building Standards Commission that provides recommendations regarding the development of the CALGreen Code\, and he serves on the ASHREA Standard 189.1 Committee “Standard for the Design of High-Performance Green Buildings”. \nOsama Younan is a Licensed Professional Engineer\, LEED Accredited Professional\, and he oversees the operations of all the bureaus in the department. As the General Manager\, he oversees the operations of the Department’s 950 employees in the following major functional groups spread among 11 geographical locations:\n+ Permit and Engineering Bureau\n+ Inspection Bureau\n+ Code Enforcement Bureau\n+ Resource Management Bureau\n+ Technology Services Bureau\n+ Development Services Case Management Division \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/quarterly-roundtable-discussion-w-osama-younan-p-e-september-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services:  2026 Quarterly Meetings - 11.05.26
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA & LADWP Development Services: 2025 Quarterly Meetings\n\nThis is a virtual meeting hosted on LADPW’s WebEx platform. Please register in advance to receive the link to access the meeting. \nThese quarterly meetings serve as a forum for AIA members to connect directly with LADWP leadership and discuss opportunities and strategies to improve development services. \nThe schedule for 2026: \nThursday\, March 5 (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – RSVP HERE\nThursday\, May 7  (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – RSVP HERE\nThursday\, August 13  (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) –  RSVP HERE\nThursday\,  November 5 (11:30 am – 12:30 pm) – RSVP HERE\nPlease share your specific issues\, recommendations\, challenges\, and/or questions in advance\, and we’ll add them to the agenda for each meeting.  Email us here = Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE. \n  \nPRIME 2026 AIA|LA ADVOCACY PRIORITY w/ LADWP: \nAIA|LA is requesting LADWP leadership to institute the following protocol\, which we believe will substantially improve development services: \nTo require review/approval of the Service Planner (Office Team) and ESR (Field Team) should occur during the normal Plan Check Period – Avoids delays that happen when approval occurs during construction and when the ESR first sees a project late in the construction process. \nMORE CONTEXT: \nPowering Progress: How AIA|LA and LADWP Are Redesigning Collaboration \nSince 2021\, AIA Los Angeles and LADWP have been breaking down silos through a pioneering series of quarterly roundtables. What began as a conversation has evolved into a powerful engine for problem-solving\, connecting the architects who envision our city with the utility experts who power it. \nThe Mission: From Transaction to Trust – \nThese forums are about more than just permits; they are about building a shared culture of trust and empathy. By aligning the priorities of LADWP personnel with private sector designers\, we are testing new methods to tackle Los Angeles’ biggest challenges—from the housing crisis to the urban heat island effect. We recognize that environmental justice\, electrification\, and urban design are deeply interconnected\, requiring a unified approach to infrastructure. \nTurning Talk into Action – These quarterly deep-dives allow us to: \n\nModernize Standards: We are analyzing how equipment size and “cultural habits” regarding utility placement impact the beauty and safety of our streets.\nInnovate: From exploring self-certification to piloting new technologies\, we are identifying the obstacles that slow down progress.\nBenchmark: We are looking at regional best practices to integrate trees and landscaping with utility infrastructure\, ensuring a greener public realm.\n\nReal Results: The impact of this partnership is already visible on the ground. Together\, we have achieved: \n\nFaster processing for utility permits.\nCritical streamlining for Executive Directive 1 (100% Affordable Housing) projects.\nSmarter financial solutions\, including the amortization of line extensions.\nGreater flexibility for construction staging and transformer placement.\n\nA Model for the Future: \nWe believe this partnership sets the standard for how City departments should engage with the private sector. By celebrating these wins\, we hope to show the public that when architects and utilities collaborate\, the entire city benefits. \n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-ladwp-development-services-2026-quarterly-meetings-11-05-26/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables w/ Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) - November 2026
DESCRIPTION:AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables w/ Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) \nAdvocate. Innovate. Streamline. Join the conversation directly shaping the built environment of Los Angeles. \nThese virtual meetings are organized by the AIA|LA Government Outreach (GO!) Committee. \nREGISTER HERE\nNavigating the regulatory landscape of Los Angeles is often one of the most complex challenges architects face. The AIA|LA Quarterly Roundtables offer an exclusive\, high-level dialogue directly with the leadership of Los Angeles City Planning (LACP). This is your opportunity to cut through the red tape\, gain immediate clarity on shifting departmental processes\, and directly advocate for the code clean-ups necessary to make your projects more feasible. \nProspective Roundtable Topics: To ensure these sessions remain highly relevant\, future agendas will pivot to address the most pressing legislative and departmental priorities impacting your practice\, including: \n\nZoning Code Clean-Up: Identifying and reforming specific hindrances\, such as 14’ ground floor minimums.\nStatewide Housing Initiatives: Practical implementation of SB 79\, AB 130\, SB 131\, and other key bills.\nThe Tech Shift: How AI\, automation\, and new technologies are altering regulatory compliance.\nNeighborhood Evolution: Navigating the Missing Middle\, Corner Stores in SFRs\, the Small Lot Ordinance\, ADUs\, and the Livable Communities Initiative.\n\nPlanning Updates: Real-time updates on Community Plans and the refinement or sunsetting of outdated Specific Plans. \n2026 Schedule (Virtual via Zoom) \n\nTuesday\, January 27 | 9:00 am – 10:30 am (in-person at LA City Hall)\nWednesday\, April 22 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\nTuesday\, August 18 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\nWednesday\, November 18 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – RSVP HERE.\n\nDon’t let policy happen to your practice—help shape it. RSVP today to secure your spot at the table. \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/aiala-quarterly-roundtables-w-los-angeles-city-planning-lacp-november-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Roundtable Discussion w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. - December 2026
DESCRIPTION:AIA LA GO! Roundtable Discussion w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. – General Manager\, LADBS\nThis is a virtual meeting. Please register below to receive the Zoom link. \nThese quarterly roundtables\, organized by the AIA|LA Government Outreach (GO!) Committee\, serve as a forum for AIA members to connect directly with LADBS leadership and to learn more about the latest initiatives being advanced by LADBS. \nIf you have an item\, issue\, or a specific topic you’d like added to the agenda\, please email Will@aialosangeles.org. \n\nMonday\, March 16 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, June 15 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, September 21 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, December 7 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\n\nREGISTER HERE\nAIA LA GO! Roundtable w/ Osama Younan\, P.E. — Your Chance to Shape LA’s Building Codes and Policies \nJoin us for a virtual roundtable discussion with Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP\, General Manager of the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). This is your opportunity to engage directly with LADBS leadership and influence the future of building in Los Angeles. \nWhy Attend? \n\nDirect Access to LADBS: Hear firsthand updates on emerging initiatives\, code changes\, and policy priorities from the General Manager himself.\nInfluence the Agenda: Share your ideas and recommendations on critical topics like permit streamlining\, resilient design\, and sustainable building practices.\nShape the Future of LA: Your input will directly inform AIA LA’s advocacy efforts and help shape the future of building codes and policies in Los Angeles.\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nArchitects and design professionals with questions about interpreting building codes and implementing policies that impact architecture & design.\nProfessionals seeking to understand the latest developments and initiatives at LADBS.\nAnyone passionate about shaping a more sustainable and resilient built environment in Los Angeles.\n\nEvent Details: \n\nDate:  Monday\, December 7 (1 pm – 2 pm)\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PST\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)\nRSVP: [REGISTER HERE]\n\nDon’t Miss This Opportunity! \nYour voice matters. Let’s work together to create a better built environment for all Angelenos. RSVP today and be a part of the conversation! \nCan’t make this one? Mark your calendars for future AIA LA GO! Roundtable Discussions w/ Osama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP: \n\nMonday\, March 16 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, June 15 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, September 21 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\nMonday\, December 7 (1 pm – 2 pm) – RSVP HERE\n\n \nOsama Younan\, P.E.\, LEED AP – General Manager & Superintendent of Building\, Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) \nOsama Younan is the General Manager of the City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). He developed the Department’s Green Building Division to implement the Los Angeles Green Building Code. Osama Younan is a licensed Mechanical Engineer with the State of California and a LEED Accredited Professional with the U.S. Green Building Council. Osama Younan serves as the Chair of the Green Building Committee for the Los Angeles Basin Chapter which represents eighty-nine jurisdictions in Southern California\, he serves on the Green Building Code Advisory Committee for the California Building Standards Commission that provides recommendations regarding the development of the CALGreen Code\, and he serves on the ASHREA Standard 189.1 Committee “Standard for the Design of High-Performance Green Buildings”. \nOsama Younan is a Licensed Professional Engineer\, LEED Accredited Professional\, and he oversees the operations of all the bureaus in the department. As the General Manager\, he oversees the operations of the Department’s 950 employees in the following major functional groups spread among 11 geographical locations:\n+ Permit and Engineering Bureau\n+ Inspection Bureau\n+ Code Enforcement Bureau\n+ Resource Management Bureau\n+ Technology Services Bureau\n+ Development Services Case Management Division \nFor more information about AIA LA GO!\, the AIA LA Government Outreach Committee\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/quarterly-roundtable-discussion-w-osama-younan-p-e-december-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Committees,Networking,Presentation,Roundtable
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