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ADDRESS ASSIGNMENT

Address Assignment Application

Building Permit Application

Building Permit Application Form

Approved Application Revision Form

Building Inspections

Inspection Request Form

Business Licenses

Business License Application

Business License Online Renewal

CODE ENFORCEMENT

Hardship Waiver

Hearing Request

Demolition Permit

Submittal Requirements for Demolition Permit With or Without Subsequent New Construction

FIRE PERMIT

Fire Permit Application - Application for Fire Permits

Owner Builder forms

Owner Builder Declaration Form

Owner-Builders Beware! Your responsibilities as an owner-builder (PDF)

Property Records Requests

Records Request Form online.

EV Chargers

El Cerrito EV Charger Checklist

EVCS permit approval not subject to approval of an association (as defined in Section 4080 of the Civil Code)

Smoke and Carbon

Smoke Detector and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installation Acknowledgement

Solar System Streamlined Permitting

Please click here to submit Solar System Permit Applications

Eligibility Checklist for Expedited Solar Photovoltaic Permitting for One and Two Family Dwellings

Eligibility Checklist for Expedited Solar Pool Heating Permitting for One and Two Family Dwellings

Structural Criteria for Residential Rooftop Solar Energy Installations

Eligibility Checklist for Expedited Solar Domestic Water Heating Permitting for One and Two Family Dwellings

Special Inspections

CBC 2016 ADA Exception Hardship Form

Special Inspection Packet

Recognized Special Inspection List

handouts

El Cerrito Commercial/Industrial Tenant Improvement Handout

El Cerrito Window Unit Replacement/Retrofit and Safety Glazing Requirements

Graywater Systems Design Guidelines

Fire Safety Tips - ICC

Disaster Prep Brochure - ICC

Disaster Safety Tips - ICC

Guidelines for Solar Permitting

Residential Bathroom Remodel

Residential Kitchen Remodel

Energy Safety Tips - ICC

Building Permit Safety Tips - ICC

Fees

2023-24 Master Fee Schedule, including Building Fees

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The City of El Cerrito, CA

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City Hall
10890 San Pablo Avenue,
El Cerrito, CA 94530

Phone: 510-215-4300
Fax: 510-215-4319

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