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Southern California landlords, facing looming deadlines to cut water use, are swapping grass for poppies, succulents and other drought-resistant plants at office campuses and apartment complexes across the region. And they’re getting paid to do it. The region’s Metropolitan Water District, an importer of water for the 19 million people across Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego and Ventura counties, has doubled the amount of money — to at least $7 per square foot — it will give owners of commercial buildings to swap grass for native shrubs and rock gardens. “Looking around you still see … grass that isn’t played on, or picnicked on, or even walked... Read more
There’s little doubt that a lot of effort goes into managing multifamily properties. There’s keeping the units fresh, ensuring amenities are safe, managing...
Summer heat doesn’t have to mean high energy costs, with energy-efficient options available, there are ways landlords and renters alike can ensure comfortable...
Planning the landscaping at your rental property means more than finding your favorite plants. Boost curb appeal and keep your tenants and prospects excited about your...
The first day of spring means beautiful blooms and sunny days ahead, but for landlords and property managers, spring also brings spring maintenance tasks for your rental...
According to Cushman & Wakefield, retrofitting is “the process of making alterations to an existing property to improve its energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption.” Retrofitting involves a lot of forethought, analysis and research regarding multifamily improvements. Or, as EcoSmart Solution’s CEO Chris Gray told Connect CRE: “Retrofitting starts with stepping back, determining where energy consumption is going and what’s feasible to implement.” Other issues to consider include: The building’s construction and age The existing energy envelope (insulation and windows) Cost of utility bills and improvement trade-offs “There are dozens of retrofit... Read more
What amenities do renters want most? Greystar surveyed more than 90,000 people to find out which amenities they consider nice to have and which amenities they say they...
Electric vehicle sales have recently fallen short of carmakers’ hopes, but there are signs EVs may have staying power in the market. In the third quarter this year,...
Property owners and managers are no strangers to wearing many hats, but developing a plan for energy reduction and electrification could be unfamiliar territory to even...
Windows that can save energy are becoming increasingly important for homeowners looking to reduce their power bills and enhance their living spaces. These solutions are...
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