Berkeley, CA · Alameda County
Microfiche Request for Permit Records
This form helps property owners, buyers, agents, and other requesters ask Berkeley Building and Safety to locate older permit records.
What this form is
Use this form to request a search for Building and Safety permit records dating from 1992 backward. The city checks its permanent archives for available plans or permit records and responds within five business days. It asks for permit and property details, requester contact information, the request type, and a preferred delivery method. Plans are available for viewing only; copies require permission from the property owner and design professional of record.
Who needs it
Property owners, buyers, agents, and other requesters seeking Berkeley permit records dating from 1992 backward can submit this form.
How to submit it
Submit the form by email to [email protected] or in person at the Permit Service Center, 1947 Center St., 3rd floor, Berkeley, CA 94704.
About notarization
This request does not require notarization; no notarized attachment or sworn step is identified, so the requester just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Microfiche Request for Permit Records form.
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Complete The Request
Enter permit and property details, requester contact information, request type, and preferred delivery method.
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Gather Attachments
The form identifies no required attachment. To receive copies of plans, obtain permission from the property owner and design professional of record using the Requirements to Obtain Copies of Plans packet.
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Submit To The City
Email the form to [email protected] or submit it in person at the Permit Service Center.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Microfiche Request for Permit Records?
- It asks Berkeley Building and Safety to locate permit records dating from 1992 backward. City staff check the permanent archives for available plans or records.
- Who can submit this request?
- The form lists owner, buyer, agent, and other as requester categories. It asks for contact details and information about the property and permit.
- How do I submit the Microfiche Request for Permit Records?
- Email the form to [email protected] or submit it in person at the Permit Service Center, 1947 Center St., 3rd floor, Berkeley.
- Do I need a notary for the Microfiche Request for Permit Records?
- No. This request does not require notarization, and the document identifies no notarized attachment or sworn step; the requester just signs and dates it.
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