How to File a Complaint Against a Berkeley PolicE OfficerTo file a formal complaint, you must complete and submit a Complaint Form to the Office of the Office of the Director of Police Accountability (ODPA). Submit a complaint using our online form:Complete the online formAlternatively, you can also submit a complaint by email…
Call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can call or text 24/7 for support with mental-health or substance-use related crisis.When you call 988, you will talk to a counselor in your area code. If you do not have a 510 or 341 area code but want to connect with a local counselor, call (800) 309-2131.The counselor will ask about your safety,…
Find information about the most common types of permits needed for construction and development projects. Learn when the permit is needed, what materials you will need to submit with your application, and how to submit your application. There are many different types of permits, and the details can be complex depending on the nature of your project. You may need to obtain additional permits…
Applications for Administrative Use Permits (AUP) may be submitted electronically or filed in person at the Permit Service Center and must include all of the applicable requirements listed in the …
Applications for Use Permits (UP) may be submitted electronically or filed in person at the Permit Service Center, and must include all of the applicable requirements listed in the …
Apply for a building permit before beginning work on your construction project. All construction work and most repairs require building permits unless specifically exempted. Apply for a…
All construction work and most repairs require building permits unless specifically exempted. You will need a permit if you want to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure. You will also need a permit to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system. Some types…
Engineering permits are required for construction projects that impact City infrastructure (such as sidewalks, streets, and sewers) or protected environmental areas (such as creeks).To apply for an engineering permit, make an appointment to visit the Permit…
The City of Berkeley encourages the installation of solar photovoltaic and energy storage systems through minimal permit fees, standardized guidelines, and easy-to-use online applications. If you are installing a solar photovoltaic rooftop system and an energy storage system on a single family or duplex home, you may qualify to apply for real-time permits through SolarAPP+ or…
Most, but not all, building permits require Fire Department review. When you submit applications to the Permit Service…