How-To Permit Videos

The video tutorials below offer step-by-step instructions for common processes and procedures used in the Planning & Building Department.

Register with the Online Permit Center

Video Image: Register for Online Permit CenterLearn how to register for an account with the City of Oakland's Online Permit Center. Once your account is activated, you can apply for online permits, check the status of your permits, and much more!

Register for Online Permit Center Video

Check the Status of Your Permit Online

Video Image: Check Your Permit StatusLearn how to check the current status of your permits through the City of Oakland's Online Permit Center. For further details on what each permit status means, please view our Index of Permit Status Updates.

Check the Status of Your Permit Online Video

Create a Building Worksheet (BW) for Your Permit

Screenshot from Building Worksheet videoLearn how to create a pre-application Building Worksheet (BW) for your project permit. The City of Oakland has expanded the range of project permits that may be applied for using our Online Permit Center. Follow these simple instructions to get started today!

Create a Building Worksheet (BW) for Your Permit Video

Create a Zoning Worksheet (ZW) for Your Permit

Create a Zoning Worksheet (ZW) for Your PermitLearn how to create a pre-application Zoning Worksheet (ZW) for your project permit. The City of Oakland has expanded the range of project permits that may be applied for using our Online Permit Center. Follow these simple instructions to get started today!

Create a Zoning Worksheet (ZW) for Your Permit Video

Upload Documents to Your Building or Zoning Worksheet

Screenshot of video on uploading documents to your pre-application worksheetLearn how to upload required applications, plans and other related documents to complete your Building Worksheet (BW) or Zoning Worksheet (ZW) for your project permit. Follow these simple instructions to complete your pre-application today!

Upload Documents to Your Building or Zoning Worksheet Video

Apply for Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing (MEP) Permits

Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing Permits webpage screenshotLearn how to apply for Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing (MEP) Permits. The City of Oakland has expanded the range of project permits that may be applied for using our Online Permit Center. Follow these simple instructions to get started today!

Apply for Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing (MEP) Permits Video

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