Planning a Building Project in Alameda?

Planning a Building Project in Alameda? The City of Alameda’s Community Development Department has listed the most common building projects and the permit fees on line.

The goal is to simplify forecasting expenses and make the building projects process easier. The building department has recently posted an article by Greg McFann, City Building Official called “Why Do I Need to Get a Permit?” online in an effort to make the building process easier. You can still obtain fee charts and ask questions at the permit center in City Hall at 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Room 190.

People who are planning a building project may have heard horror stories about the difficulty in getting a permit and finding that they have to pay additional fees as the project gets underway. According to the McFann “the permit and inspection process is in place to assure everyone’s adherence to minimum standards to safeguard life and limb and property and public welfare and to uphold the design standards of the community.” Meaning the rules are not excessive and if there are requirements which seem unrealistic, they are simply to ensure the safety of the public.

If you are planning a building project, be sure to go online first to have your questions answered. The Building Department is making an effort to be more user friendly.

Alameda is a wonderful island community. It is known for its fine, tree lined streets, lovely neighborhoods and beautiful Victorian homes. If you are planning a building project and need help finding people to help you, call me at 510-504-5612 for a free list of resources in Alameda.