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Alameda County, California · Planning and construction

Apply for a building permit in Alameda County

Permits, inspections and planning information

2 providers · 3 official links · sources checked October 14, 2026

In Alameda County, 1 county department and 1 city government publish 3 official links for this service. 1 provider lists forms on their guides.

These are the Alameda County providers with a reviewed service link for this task. Other offices may also help, and a provider may serve only part of the county: check each service area. Fees and forms stay on each office’s guide, where their sources are cited.
City government

Oakland — Planning & Building Department

City of Oakland building permit services. Confirm the requirements for your project with the city.

City building permit information (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Official city building permit guidance and application resources.

How to get started
  1. Confirm which county or city agency handles the property before applying.
  2. Review the official requirements for your project and use the published application channel.
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City of Oakland · Oakland — building permit department (opens in a new tab)

Official page text containing: Planning & Building

using (R2H2) Program City Real Estate Development Opportunities Oakland and State Water Regulations Working for Oakland Planning & Building Doing Business with the City Doing Business With The City- Register with iSupplier Capital Contracts Division Border Wall and Debarred Contractors City Contracting Equity Contract Administration Unit Apply to be a Contractor Shop Oakland Map Shop Oakland Map FAQs Planning & Building Planning & Building Department One-Stop Permit Center: In-Person & Online S

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Contacts & sources · 2 forms

County government

Public Works Agency — Building Services

Alameda County building permit services. Confirm which county or city agency handles your property before applying.

County building permit information (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Official county building permit guidance. Service boundaries and project requirements must be confirmed with the department.

How to get started
  1. Confirm which county or city agency handles the property before applying.
  2. Review the official requirements for your project and use the published application channel.
Source & saved evidence

Alameda County · Alameda — building permit department (opens in a new tab)

Official page text containing: Apply for building permits, submit plans, schedule inspections and check permit status through the Alameda County Permit

Programs & Services Projects Permits Doing Business with Us Careers Select Page search search Permits Building Permits Apply for building permits, submit plans, schedule inspections and check permit status through the Alameda County Permit Portal. Go to Building Permit Portal You’ll be redirected to the Alameda County Permit Portal. Public Works Permits Select a permit category below to find permit requirements and application information. Not sure which permit you need? Contact Us Encroachment Work within County roads, sidewalks, and public rights-of-way. Drilling & Wells Well construction, modifica

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Go to Building Permit Portal (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

Official permitting resource linked by the department. Check the available permit types and application instructions before starting.

How to get started
  1. Confirm which county or city agency handles the property before applying.
  2. Review the official requirements for your project and use the published application channel.
Source & saved evidence

Alameda County · Alameda — building permit department (opens in a new tab)

Official page text containing: Go to Building Permit Portal

building permits, submit plans, schedule inspections and check permit status through the Alameda County Permit Portal. Go to Building Permit Portal You’ll be redirected to the Alameda County Permit Portal. Public Works Permits Select a permit category below to find permit requirements and application information. Not sure which permit you need? Contact Us Encroachment Work within County roads, sidewalks, and public rights-of-way. Drilling & Wells Well construction, modification, and drilling activities

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Address
399 Elmhurst Street · Hayward, CA 94544

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