The Commission recommends modifications to the General Plan and related policy documents. All Zoning Ordinance amendments are developed through this Commission and recommended to the City Council. Other purviews include subdivision map consideration and review and comments on substantial projects from surrounding jurisdictions.
A subcommittee of the Zoning Adjustments Board, charged with the review and approval of design proposals for all projects in commercial, manufacturing, and some higher residential zoning districts. Membership shall consist of two members of the Zoning Adjustments Board, one member of the Landmarks Preservation Commission, one member of the Civic Arts Commission (each member appointed by that…
Designates structures and sites having special historical and architectural interest and value. Encourages preservation, maintains list of landmarks or historic sites, and reviews construction, alteration, and demolition permit applications.
The Police Accountability Board was created to promote public trust through independent, objective, civilian oversight of the Berkeley Police Department; provide community participation in setting and reviewing Police Department policies, practices, and procedures; and provide a means for prompt, impartial and fair investigation of complaints brought by members of the public against Berkeley…
Members of the City Council and the Rent Stabilization Board working collaboratively on housing issues of mutual concern.
Advises the Council concerning social welfare needs. Creates citizen awareness and encourages improved standards. Assists in the administration of the Community Action Program. The commission shall consist of nine members. This commission is not subject to BMC Sections 2.04.030--…
Berkeley Echo Lake Camp sits 7,400 feet above sea level in the hills, just 20 minutes from South Lake Tahoe. The various camp facilities include a recreation lodge, a dining hall for meals and company, hot showers, and conveniently located bathrooms. Relax and enjoy an incredible view of the Lake Tahoe Basin, a signature Echo Lake Camp experience. Echo Lake’s tent cabins can…
Aquatic Park blends tree-lined paths, a mile-long lagoon, and a large playground to create a peaceful destination for play, exercise, and nature observation. Families, walkers, bikers, rowers, picnickers, disc golfers, and birders all make use of this 100-acre park. Swimming and fishing are not allowed. A 2.3-mile accessible loop trail winds through the park, where visitors may…
Cedar Rose Park is a spacious neighborhood park in North Berkeley, offering a mix of open field, play areas, and recreational amenities.A wide grassy field is popular for casual sports, picnics, and community gatherings. Two playgrounds serve different age groups:
- A fenced tot lot features small slides, climbing structures, and tunnels for crawling and imaginative play.
- A larger…
Old City Hall Park is a small urban green space in front of the Maudelle Shirek Building, offering a brief but distinct connection to nature in Berkeley’s Civic Center. The trees lining the space change with the seasons, bringing shifting colors and textures throughout the year.The park’s compact design and central location make it a natural pause point for those passing through. The blend of…