Building Division staff are available Monday through Thursday from 7:30AM-12PM during walk-in hours and email or phone from 7:30AM-5PM.
To obtain a Building Permit in the City of Oakley you will need to complete a Building Permit Application. Depending on the complexity of the project; building plans may be required. To determine if your project requires plans please contact the Building Division at (925) 625-7005, or email: inspections@ci.oakley.ca.us
Permits can only be issued to the owner of the property, and agent authorized by the owner or a licensed contractor licensed by the California State License Board (CSLB).
Please see our Permitting Process below: (Click to Expand)
There are a few types of construction projects work that do not require a permit. Please contact the Building Division PRIOR TO STARTING ANY WORK to ensure whether the project requires a permit or not.
The City of Oakley requires an active business license for anyone conducting business within the City. If you are new and need a business license, please visit our Business License Department.
All Building Permit applications and applicable plans are processed electronically. Please email completed Building Permit Applications to: inspections@ci.oakley.ca.us
Permit Applications
General Permit Application – Contractor
General Permit Application – Property Owner
General Permit Application – Authorized Agent On Owner’s Behalf
Permit Application – Solar and Requirements
Permit Application – EV Charger and Requirements
Permit Application – Reroof and Requirements
Permit Application – Water Heater and Requirements
Permit Application – Windows/Doors and Requirements
Permit Application – Pool/Spa and Requirements
Permit Application – Kitchen/Bathroom and Requirements
Permit Application – Patio Cover/Shed
New Sign Installation – Building Permit and Sign Permit Applications
Handouts
Accessory Structure Handout with Examples
Electric Charging Station Checklist & Requirements
Kitchen/Bathroom Remodel Requirements
Special Inspection and Testing Schedule
FAQ’S
The building owner or a contractor licensed by the State of California can apply for a building permit.
No you do not need a permit for flat concrete work in your backyard. If you are installing concrete in the front of your home please contact the Planning Department (925) 625-7036 to see if it is allowed on your property.
Sheds, patio covers or arbors over 120 square feet or attached to a building, require a permit. If a shed is under 120 square feet and detached from a building a permit is not required. Patio Covers need a permit regardless of the size. Any electrical or plumbing work associated with the structure will require a permit. Regardless of the need for a permit, the structure will need to meet the required set backs to the property line and from the house, please see the Accessory Structure handout.
No you do not need a permit. There are limitations to the number of days, hours and the location of signage.