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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Communities Initiative.\n\nPlanning Updates: Real-time updates on Community Plans and the refinement or sunsetting of outdated Specific Plans.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:Urban Design Review Session 12.01.26
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 AIA|LA and LACP Urban Design Review Sessions\nArchitects & designers passionate about improving the design quality of newly proposed projects throughout the City of Los Angeles are encouraged to participate in the AIA|LA & Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) Professional Volunteer Program (PVP). \nWHAT:\nWe will be coordinating the following urban design review sessions\, which will serve as opportunities for leading design talent to help the Los Angles City Planning’s Urban Design Studio critically review upcoming projects throughout our City.   \nWHERE:\nAll of the sessions are held virtually on zoom. You must register to get access. \nREGISTER HERE\nWHEN:\nThe first\, second\, and third Tuesday of each month starting at 10am – 12pm.   Full List of Dates \nWHY:\nThe review sessions will will enable a rotating pool of architects and designers the opportunity to provide insightful and critical design feedback on pending projects that will be reviewed by the Planning Commission. As a volunteer\, you will help educate planning staff on urban design issues and complex urban typologies and you will have the chance to provide project specific urban design advice for planning staff’s consideration. \nHOW:\nWe’re involving a rotating pool of architect volunteers to attend these sessions.  Join us by registering for two or three sessions here. \nTO PREPARE:  The following resources are helpful to review in advance to become more familiar with the Urban Design Studio’s three design approaches: \n\nPedestrian-First Design\n360 Degree Design\nClimate-Adapted Design\n\nCitywide Design Guidelines: The City’s Guiding Urban Design Policy Framework \nLandscape and Site Design Ordinance: Creating Healthy Buildings and Healthy Places \nLow-Rise Design Lab \nStreet Design Modernization Virtual Hub \nDISCLAIMER:\nPVP discussions provide an opportunity for an open discussion with the notion that the information is to remain confidential and not shared in any other public or private forums. Anonymity shall be maintained by all PVP participants at all times. \nQuestions?  Please contact Will Wright for more information. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/urban-design-review-session-12-01-26/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Partner Program
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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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SUMMARY:Urban Design Review Session 12.08.26
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 AIA|LA and LACP Urban Design Review Sessions\nArchitects & designers passionate about improving the design quality of newly proposed projects throughout the City of Los Angeles are encouraged to participate in the AIA|LA & Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) Professional Volunteer Program (PVP). \nWHAT:\nWe will be coordinating the following urban design review sessions\, which will serve as opportunities for leading design talent to help the Los Angles City Planning’s Urban Design Studio critically review upcoming projects throughout our City.   \nWHERE:\nAll of the sessions are held virtually on zoom. You must register to get access. \nREGISTER HERE\nWHEN:\nThe first\, second\, and third Tuesday of each month starting at 10am – 12pm.   Full List of Dates \nWHY:\nThe review sessions will will enable a rotating pool of architects and designers the opportunity to provide insightful and critical design feedback on pending projects that will be reviewed by the Planning Commission. As a volunteer\, you will help educate planning staff on urban design issues and complex urban typologies and you will have the chance to provide project specific urban design advice for planning staff’s consideration. \nHOW:\nWe’re involving a rotating pool of architect volunteers to attend these sessions.  Join us by registering for two or three sessions here. \nTO PREPARE:  The following resources are helpful to review in advance to become more familiar with the Urban Design Studio’s three design approaches: \n\nPedestrian-First Design\n360 Degree Design\nClimate-Adapted Design\n\nCitywide Design Guidelines: The City’s Guiding Urban Design Policy Framework \nLandscape and Site Design Ordinance: Creating Healthy Buildings and Healthy Places \nLow-Rise Design Lab \nStreet Design Modernization Virtual Hub \nDISCLAIMER:\nPVP discussions provide an opportunity for an open discussion with the notion that the information is to remain confidential and not shared in any other public or private forums. Anonymity shall be maintained by all PVP participants at all times. \nQuestions?  Please contact Will Wright for more information. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/urban-design-review-session-12-08-26/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Partner Program
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SUMMARY:Urban Design Review Session 12.15.26
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 AIA|LA and LACP Urban Design Review Sessions\nArchitects & designers passionate about improving the design quality of newly proposed projects throughout the City of Los Angeles are encouraged to participate in the AIA|LA & Los Angeles City Planning (LACP) Professional Volunteer Program (PVP). \nWHAT:\nWe will be coordinating the following urban design review sessions\, which will serve as opportunities for leading design talent to help the Los Angles City Planning’s Urban Design Studio critically review upcoming projects throughout our City.   \nWHERE:\nAll of the sessions are held virtually on zoom. You must register to get access. \nREGISTER HERE\nWHEN:\nThe first\, second\, and third Tuesday of each month starting at 10am – 12pm.   Full List of Dates \nWHY:\nThe review sessions will will enable a rotating pool of architects and designers the opportunity to provide insightful and critical design feedback on pending projects that will be reviewed by the Planning Commission. As a volunteer\, you will help educate planning staff on urban design issues and complex urban typologies and you will have the chance to provide project specific urban design advice for planning staff’s consideration. \nHOW:\nWe’re involving a rotating pool of architect volunteers to attend these sessions.  Join us by registering for two or three sessions here. \nTO PREPARE:  The following resources are helpful to review in advance to become more familiar with the Urban Design Studio’s three design approaches: \n\nPedestrian-First Design\n360 Degree Design\nClimate-Adapted Design\n\nCitywide Design Guidelines: The City’s Guiding Urban Design Policy Framework \nLandscape and Site Design Ordinance: Creating Healthy Buildings and Healthy Places \nLow-Rise Design Lab \nStreet Design Modernization Virtual Hub \nDISCLAIMER:\nPVP discussions provide an opportunity for an open discussion with the notion that the information is to remain confidential and not shared in any other public or private forums. Anonymity shall be maintained by all PVP participants at all times. \nQuestions?  Please contact Will Wright for more information. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/urban-design-review-session-12-15-26/
LOCATION:Virtual on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Partner Program
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