Access information on zoning projects and learn how to get involved in their development. Look up zoning projects in Berkeley and find detailed information on their current status. Consult the GIS Portal to discover zoning designations and history. Read about general and adopted plans that guide the City's development efforts. If you’re concerned about certain projects, get involved in several…
Connect with resources to help you understand the business landscape of Berkeley. Reach out to a commercial district association to connect with other business-owners in your area. Gain an understanding of Berkeley's economy by reading economic dashboards. Get…
Find guidance and resources to help you run your business safely, legally, and successfully. Apply for or renew your business license, and pay special business taxes, if relevant to you. Get assistance with your business, including advice, help navigating City regulations, funding, and more. Follow workforce standards—including minimum wage, paid sick leave, and commuter benefits—as well…
Find volunteer opportunities with the City of Berkeley. Volunteers help care for animals at the Berkeley Animal Shelter, deliver nature education programs to youth at the Marina, and care for their neighborhoods by adopting a storm drain or traffic circle. For one-time volunteer events, please check our event calendar.
Adopt a pet from the Berkeley Animal Shelter, report a lost or found pet, get a pet license, and find low-cost spay/neuter vouchers.Berkeley Animal Care Services helps stray and lost pets. They also handle pet adoptions, enforce animal laws, and rescue injured or dead wildlife. Additionally, they investigate cases of animal-related neglect, cruelty, nuisance and bite cases.
Information about affordable housing for residents, property owners, and developers. Get connected with resources to help you find affordable housing in Berkeley, or apply to the housing retention program to get support with keeping your housing. Owners of below market rate housing (rental units or owned units) can find guidance and regulations from the City of Berkeley. Affordable housing…
Find a job through the YouthWorks or First Source employment programs. Community agency partners can apply for funding, and find required forms to submit. Youth can get job training and placement through the YouthWorks program. Contractors working with the City can connect with Berkeley residents seeking employment through First Source. Community agencies can apply for Community Development…
Report a crime, access police records, sign up for police alerts, and access other police services and resources. Report a crime by phone or online. Sign up to receive information from Berkeley Police Department through Nixle. Recover property or evidence held by the Berkeley Police Department at the Property and Evidence Room. Contact the Records Bureau for police records, including letters…
The Police Accountability Board and the Office of the Director of Police Accountability provide civilian oversight of the Berkeley Police Department. Berkeley voters created the Police Accountability Board to provide independent civilian oversight of the Berkeley Police Department. The Board advises the public, City Council, and City Manager on policies, practices, and procedures of the…
Discover which permits you need for your construction project, apply for them in person or online, and be sure to follow Berkeley's design parameters in your project plans. Research the most common types of permits, including Building, Zoning, Administrative Use, Engineering, and Fire Permits. Understand the process for getting the permits you need, from researching records, to submitting your…