2026 Developing Queens: Long Island Board of Realtors advances commercial growth and advocacy in Queens

The Long Island Board of Realtors (LIBOR) Commercial Network continues to play a key role in advancing opportunities and strengthening the commercial real estate landscape across Queens. Through targeted programming and global outreach, LIBOR is actively connecting professionals, promoting investment, and supporting sustainable growth in this dynamic market.

In March, LIBOR hosted a Commercial Deal Exchange at the Adria Hotel and Conference Center in Bayside, Queens featuring 16 properties representing more than $51 million in opportunities, along with active buyer and tenant requirements. The event also included a dedicated international segment, reinforcing Queens’ position as a global investment destination. Ongoing initiatives such as broker roundtables, a dedicated commercial member platform, and monthly newsletters ensure members stay informed on market trends, opportunities, and industry developments.

LIBOR also fosters collaboration through strategic networking events, including its commercial network cruise, and maintains a strong presence at national and international conferences to promote Queens as a vital extension of New York City’s commercial corridor.

On the advocacy front, LIBOR successfully supported efforts to block the Community Opportunity to Purchase Act (COPA), preserving transactional flexibility and market stability. LIBOR hosted an exclusive Member Access event with Queens borough president Donovan Richards, where members heard firsthand about policies impacting housing and development across the borough. Continued engagement with the borough president further strengthens public-private partnerships that support responsible development, increased housing supply, and long-term economic growth.

Christina Romano is sr. communications manager for the Long Island Board of Realtors, Melville, N.Y