To apply for permits, please log in below or register for a new account. Review the options available to select the registration that's right for you.
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Existing User

- You have an activated account
- Received confirmation from City of Oakland
Full Registration
Contractors & Owner-Builders
- Apply for All Available Permits (See Full Registration Column)
- Must Submit Required Documents to Register
- View Documents & Property History
- Pay Permit Fees, Print Permits
- Longer Processing Times
Light Registration
Permit Runners & Agents of Contractors/Owners
- Apply ONLY for Permit Pre-Applications(See Light Registration Column)
- Immediately Self-Register
- Receive Permits ONLY After Providing Supporting Documents
- Quicker Processing Times
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