LOS ANGELES—For landlords trying to add units, going through the variance process to get an exemption won't work for many owners.

SANTA BARBARA, CA—Nationally, Yardi Matrix's Jeff Adler sees 3% multifamily rent growth this year, although some markets still come in well above average.

HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA—With change happening at such a rapid pace in the market and in the world around us, the industry needs leaders with fresh ideas who are innovative, think differently and have strategic clarity, NAIOP SoCal's Brad Schmitt tells GlobeSt.com.