Briefing Papers

As a valuable reference for CCIM Institute members, the Institute compiles briefing papers on significant national and state issues that affect the commercial real estate industry. These papers are researched and written by CCIM Institute legislative staff and are updated as new developments arise.

CCIM Institute Briefing Papers

• Americans with Disabilities Act
• Analysis of H.R. 6, The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007
• Banks in Real Estate Brokerage
• Civil Asset Forfeiture
• Commercial Lien Laws
• Data Security
• Disability Law
• Electric Deregulation
• Enforcement of the Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act
• Federal Tax Policy
• Financial Crisis
• Indoor Air Quality
• Life Safety Laws: Sprinklers in High Rise Buildings
• National Electric Code - Abandon Wiring
• Out of State Transactions: License Portability and Reciprocity
• Telecommunications: Forced Access
• Tenants-In-Common Interests by NAR
• Use of Eminent Domain for Economic Development
• Vacant Property Ordinances
• Water Conservation

If you have any questions about the CCIM Institute briefing papers, please contact legislative_affairs@cciminstitute.com.

The intent of the briefing papers is to provide members with background information on specific issues. Read CCIM Institute’s positions of legislative and public policy.