Apply for a business license, get business assistance, or find bid and proposal opportunities. Find regulations and resources to help you operate safely and legally in Berkeley. Apply for or renew your business license. Access assistance to help start or grow your business. Research regulations and requirements for business owners, including landlords. Find open opportunities…
Apply for a permit, schedule an inspection, or research zoning policies. Research building codes and zoning regulations in Berkeley to make sure your construction project is safe, legal, and can move forward as planned. Make an appointment at the Permit Service Center, schedule an inspection, or apply for a permit online. Find requirements and resources for making…
Apply for permits, book picnic areas, and rent facilities for your event.Host your event at a City facility, such as a picnic area, community center, park, pool, senior center, or other rentable City facility. Apply for a block party permit to host a small event on the street in front of your house. Apply for a permit to host a protest, festival, parade, concert, or other special event on a City…
Join a passionate and diverse team of City staff who work together to provide essential programs and services for the Berkeley community. The City of Berkeley strives to reflect the needs of our diverse community by attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. If you have the drive and the passion to contribute to the well-being of the City's community and fulfill your career aspiration in…
Walk, bike, boat, and play at the Berkeley waterfront.There’s something for everyone as you enjoy uninterrupted views of the San Francisco Bay. The Berkeley Waterfront is more than a Marina. Here, you'll find acres of open land at César Chavez Park, pavement for biking and walking on the Bay Trail, access to free boating and activities, and berths to dock your boat at the Berkeley Marina.Recent…
Find programs and resources to support the health and well-being of you and your family.Access health services provided directly by Berkeley Public Health, including the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, and services for Berkeley High School and Berkeley Tech students. Find services to help you prevent illness, such as low-cost health and dental check-ups, lead poisoning prevention,…
Berkeley offers a number of services for community members who are 60 and over, as well as people who have disabilities. Seniors can access a variety of services through Berkeley Senior Centers, including meals, activities, transportation, and more. People with disabilities can apply for support with transportation needs, and home rehab loans.
City Council AgendasAttend an upcoming City Council meeting or find annotated agendas and recordings from past meetings.Review the meeting schedule to find dates for upcoming Council meetings. Subscribe to our…
Apply for arts grants, or find public art sponsored by the City of Berkeley. The Civic Arts Program supports a culturally vibrant and diverse arts ecosystem within the City of Berkeley by:
- Funding grants to artists, arts organizations, and festivals.
- Providing opportunities for artists to create and display work in the public realm.
- Ensuring equitable access to…
Find resources to prepare your household and community for emergencies and disasters.Taking a few hours now to prepare for disasters can protect yourself and your loved ones in an emergency. Make plans with your household, family, friends, and neighbors. Strong social connections are the foundation of disaster preparedness.Three steps to get started: