Planning Permits Some projects and activities may require planning permits. These approvals are needed before you can get building permits and start construction. Apply for a planning permit.
Building & Fire Permits Building permits are required for most construction and repair work. Apply for building and fire permits.
Encroachment Permit The City of Emeryville owns or holds an interest in various properties throughout the community, including roads, sidewalks, and easements granted for utility lines, public access, and open space. An encroachment permit is required to do work in these areas.
Sewer Lateral Permit A permit is required for any repair, replacement, or abandonment, or for a verification test on a private sewer lateral.
Stormwater Permit A stormwater treatment permit is needed for standard stormwater treatment measures operations and maintenance agreement assuring the continued operation and maintenance.
Parking Permits As residents and businesses in a controlled parking area of Emeryville, you will be able to register, renew, change and/or update your vehicles information and take care of paying the fees directly from the comfort of your home, office or cell phone!
Food Truck Permit Mobile catering companies or food trucks wishing to operate in Emeryville must secure an annual permit.
Taxi and Vehicle for Hire Permits All vehicle for hire companies and persons driving taxis must obtain permits to operate and/or pick up passengers within Emeryville City Limits.
Dog License All dog owners keeping a dog in Emeryville for more than 6 weeks must obtain a dog license.
Card Room Employee Permit Persons employed by a card room in the City of Emeryville must apply for an annual permit to continue employment.
Commercial Alarm System Permit All Emeryville businesses wishing to install an alarm system must obtain a permit from the Police Department.
Cabaret Permit Businesses or organizations wishing to host live entertainment for the public must apply for a one-day or annual cabaret permit.
Cannabis (Marijuana) Operating Permit Businesses that manufacture, distribute, process, store, test, label, transport, research and development, or deliver cannabis or cannabis products require an Operator's Permit issued by the Police Department.
Massage Establishment Permit All businesses providing massage services must obtain a massage establishment permit.