You can apply for a zoning clearance and letter of determination without registering, you need to register an account in order to apply for permits through the Online Permit Center.

Please email below required documents to onlinebuildingpermits@oaklandca.gov

You will receive an email from support@accela.com within 1 - 3 business days after finishing the registration and providing all required documents. Staff will activate your account upon determining information provided is complete. Please search your email if you do not see the email.

Contractors

• Contractor User Agreement
• Copy of Contractor License
• Copy of City of Oakland Business License

Owner/Builders

• Owner-Builder Permit Addendum
• Owner-Builder User Agreement
• Copy of Recorded Grand Deed