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Construction & Development

Apply for a permit, schedule an inspection, or research zoning policies.

Research building codes and zoning regulations in Berkeley to make sure your construction project is safe, legal, and can move forward as planned. Make an appointment at the Permit Service Center, schedule an inspection, or apply for a permit online. Find requirements and resources for making your building more prepared for earthquakes or more energy efficient. Look up zoning regulations, or get involved in zoning policy in Berkeley. 

Home under construction
Permits & Design Parameters

Apply for a permit, estimate permit fees, schedule an inspection

Steel beam bolted to concrete
Seismic Safety

Retrofit your building, find financing

Multiunit buildings
Land Use & Development

Look up zoning, participate in public hearings, read adopted plans

Latest News

A home in Berkeley with solar panels on the roof

June 6 green home tours showcase household sustainability

Register now for free in-person tours that showcase local homes that have electrified, use less fossil fuels, and prioritize water conservation. Learn how to reduce costs. 

A tree with the sun and the newly opened Willard Park Clubhouse in the background

Community event to celebrate sun and wind energy

On Sept. 21: Test ride e-bikes. See how you can electrify your home. Meet climate-focused neighbors, businesses, and City staff.

A Berkeley home with solar panels on its roof

June 7 green home tours showcase household sustainability

Free in-person tours will show local homes that have electrified, use less fossil fuels, and prioritize water conservation. Learn how to reduce costs.  

Business district street with green trees, businesses, and vehicles.

Improve your business’ sustainability, back local green businesses

Get certified as a green business or support one—take meaningful action for Earth Month while helping the planet and local economy.

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Boards & Commissions

Environment and Climate Commission

Related legislative bodies

Adopted Plans

Name Adopted Summary
Berkeley Climate Action Plan

The City of Berkeley’s Climate Action Plan sets forth a vision of a more sustainable, livable, equitable, and economically vibrant community. By using energy more efficiently, harnessing renewable electricity to power our buildings, enhancing access to sustainable transportation, reducing waste, and building local food systems, we can keep dollars in our local economy, create new green jobs, and improve our quality of life.
Berkeley Existing Buildings Electrification Strategy

 The Berkeley Existing Buildings Electrification Strategy is a groundbreaking plan to transition existing buildings in Berkeley from natural gas appliances to all-electric alternatives in a way that benefits all residents, especially members of historically marginalized communities.