Report abandoned vehicleYou can report any vehicle left for an extended period (over 72 hours) as an abandoned vehicle. An abandoned vehicle may also have one or more of the conditions listed below:
- Is unused or inoperable
- In a state of disrepair
- …
Property owners in Berkeley are responsible for maintaining the sidewalks adjacent to their property in a safe condition, including repairing cracks, deterioration, and other damage. See BMC 16.04.010 for additional information.Please report…
Call or report onlineCall (510) 981-2489 or submit a service request if you have non-emergency concerns about unsafe conditions on a street or sidewalk in Berkeley. Examples may include:
- Health hazards, such as human waste, syringes, or rodents
- Obstruction of sidewalks or roadways…
The City of Berkeley generally regulates four types of noise according to Berkeley Municipal Code (BMC) standards:
- Amplified music, televisions, or speakers
- Construction, contractor, and household
- Domestic power tools and machinery
- Animals
During a storm, streets and property can quickly flood if water is not able to run off into a storm drain or other infrastructure.Prepare for winter storms by ensuring storm drains are clear of debris. To prevent flooding on your street, volunteer to adopt a…
Developers of new housing, including most Group Living Accommodations or live/work development with over 5,000 square feet of residential unit floor area are subject to affordable housing requirements pursuant to Berkeley Municipal Code (BMC) Chapter 23.328 Inclusionary Housing and City of Berkeley Council Fee…
The Fire Department inspects all buildings, except single-family homes and duplexes. The City of Berkeley and the State of California mandate some buildings to be inspected annually.Request a fire prevention inspection of a project, building, or indoor event. Inspections may be done on a drop-in basis or, in some cases, by appointment. Emergency response may affect your inspection timing.Request…
Civic Arts provides grant funding to support a vibrant arts ecosystem, strengthen diverse cultural expressions, and ensure equitable access to arts and culture throughout Berkeley.Grants for Berkeley Artists, Festivals, and Organizations Apply for a grant to support your work as an individual artist, festival organizer, or nonprofit organization. Grants are awarded through a competitive…
In 2026, the City of Berkeley plans to resurface street segments of Acton St, Addison St, Alcatraz St, Colusa Ave, Dohr St, Francisco St, Grizzly Peak Blvd, Harmon St, Marin Ave, Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Monterey Ave, Northbrae Tunnel, Oregon St, Russell St, Sacramento St, Solano Ave, The Alameda, and Thousand Oaks Blvd. For full details on street repairs for FY 2024-2028, please download the…
Affordable housing preferences give people who have lost or are at risk of losing housing in Berkeley priority when new units become available. These preferences apply to a portion of new affordable housing units in Berkeley.Check your eligibility for housing preferencesYou can get priority in affordable housing lotteries under one or more of the preferences. As long as at least one member of the…