2025 Brings New HOA Election and Voting Rules. RJR's Michael Corbett breaks down key 2025 updates to the Davis-Stirling Act—new electronic voting rights, quorum changes, and what HOAs need to know. Read the full article on our website for all the details.

RJR's Jay Drake wrote this week's e-newsletter: New CA law alert: SB 900 requires HOAs to fix utility outages that start in common areas, even if they impact units. Repairs must start in 14 days. Emergency $$ allowed without a member vote. More on our website!

RJR’s Tara Sullivan dives into California's Legal Alert issued by CA AG in our latest newsletter. It reminds cities they must streamline EV charger approvals. No zoning bans, no delays, no aesthetic reviews. Big win for clean energy + faster EV expansion! More on our website!

RJR’s Andrew Junius and Melinda Sarjapur in our latest e-newsletter: Gov. Newsom signed AB 130, creating a broad CEQA exemption for urban infill housing. Unlike past streamlining laws, this covers more sites with clear criteria. A big step to cut CEQA barriers. More on website!

RJR’s Jay Drake in our latest e-newsletter: San Francisco just legalized condo sales of certain ADUs. New ordinance lets eligible detached/new ADUs and their primary homes be sold separately as condos, aiming to expand ownership options while imposing strict eligibility rules.

RJR’s Kaitlin Sheber in this week's e-update: New legislation would require major building renovations to convert to all-electric starting January 2026, with limited exceptions. It includes language aimed at avoiding federal preemption under the Ninth Circuit’s Berkeley ruling.

RJR's Lindsay Petrone: In Wang v. Peletta (2025), the court denied both prescriptive and equitable easements for an unpermitted retaining wall built in violation of county law. Encroachments that are public nuisances can’t be granted as an easement. More on our website!

On Monday, RJR was proud to sponsor a watering hole at the CREW SF golf tournament! We’re honored to support CREW and the incredible work they do to advance and connect women in commercial real estate.

Last week, our team set sail on the Schooner Freda B with Freda B. From incredible views of the Golden Gate to the city skyline, it reminded us why this region is such a special place to live and build. At RJR, we don’t just work in the Bay Area—we truly love it!

In this week's E-article by RJR’s Kevin Rose. Real Estate Tax Appeal Deadline is September 15, 2025! Decline in property values may mean lower property taxes, if you file on time. Alameda & SF County tax appeal deadline approaching. No late filings allowed.

This week RJR's Jay Drake breaks down key HOA changes under CA's AB 130. The new law caps most fines at $100, bans add-ons like late fees, adds “right to cure” rules, and tightens hearing timelines. Boards, managers & developers should update enforcement policies to comply.

RJR was honored to sponsor last week’s Housing Action Heroes event, hosted by The Housing Action Coalition ! We are proud to support the incredible work being done to advance housing solutions! Photos: Scott Chernis Photography.

RJR’s Thomas Tunny wrote in this week’s newsletter: SF’s Family Zoning Plan took effect Jan 12, but a CEQA lawsuit challenges the City’s environmental review, raising risks of delays, state noncompliance, and possible Builder’s Remedy exposure. More on our website!

RJR’s Tom Tunny wrote in our latest website e-update: Two new CA housing laws effective Jan 1. SB 808 fast-tracks court review of housing permit denials (45-day hearing, quicker decisions). AB 1050 lets market-rate projects remove restrictive covenants blocking housing.

Oakland Roots SC is proud to spotlight our partner Reuben, Junius & Rose, LLP. 🚀 Deeply rooted in the Bay Area community, their commitment to quality, integrity, and community aligns with everything we stand for. Learn More: bit.ly/reubenlaw #KnowYourRoots

Earlier this week, RJR was happy to host our 3rd Annual Land Use Breakfast Briefing. Thank you to everyone who attended, and to our land use law presenters for sharing their insight and expertise.

RJR’s Tom Tunny recaps our 2026 Land Use Breakfast Briefing in this week’s e-newsletter: big Bay Area updates! San Francisco Family Zoning + tax changes; Oakland impact fees; Berkeley's Middle Housing Zoning amendments; Sausalito Measure J. More on our website!

RJR was proud to sponsor East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) yesterday for their 2026 Lunar New Year celebration! Honored to support a vibrant community event celebrating culture, connection, and new beginnings. Wishing everyone a prosperous Year of the Horse!

Congratulations to Oakland Roots and Redco Development! The Roots training facility in the City of Alameda was recognized by the San Francisco Business Times as a Real Estate Deal of the Year!

Grateful to sponsor CREW SF and attend the Pulse 2026 CRE Economic Forum on March 18. Inspiring insights on SF’s evolving CRE market, shaping demand, redefining neighborhoods, and driving the future of development, investment, and revitalization.