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SB-1007 would require a voting process with approval by a majority of a quorum of unit owners for any budget that’s increased more than eight percent—a proposal that can cripple condo associations in California.
Condominium HOAs in Los Angeles may be eligible for significant savings on electricity bills by switching from the default residential rate to LADWP’s little-known A1A commercial rate. The option is not documented on LADWP’s website but for certain buildings, it can result in substantial cost reductions.
This guide provides step-by-step instructions to determine if switching LADWP electricity for a condominium’s common area will save money by comparing their current bills with costs calculated using LADWP’s online tool.