Berkeley, CA · Alameda County
Engineering Permit Application Private Sewer Lateral
This application requests a Berkeley private sewer lateral permit and is completed by the licensed contractor responsible for the work.
What this form is
Use this application to request a Berkeley Engineering Permit for private sewer lateral work. The application identifies the project address, owner, contractor, and work description, and requires a dimensioned schematic site plan showing the sewer alignment and cleanouts. It also asks applicants to indicate any easement location and, if drainage is rerouted, its termination point.
Who needs it
A C-36, C-42, or Class A General Engineering licensed contractor must obtain the private sewer lateral permit.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Public Works Engineering Permit Service Center, 1947 Center St., 3rd floor, Berkeley, CA 94704. The form lists [email protected] and requires a dimensioned schematic site plan.
About notarization
No notary is required for this application; it identifies no sworn or notarized attachment, and the signer simply signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Engineering Permit Application for a Private Sewer Lateral.
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Complete The Application
Provide the project address, owner and contractor information, and a description of the work.
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Prepare The Site Plan
Attach a dimensioned schematic showing sewer alignment and cleanouts; indicate easements and any rerouted drainage termination point.
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Submit To Public Works
Submit the application and plan to the Public Works Engineering Permit Service Center at the address shown on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Private Sewer Lateral Permit Application?
- No. This application does not require a notary and identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Private Sewer Lateral Permit Application?
- Submit it to the Public Works Engineering Permit Service Center at 1947 Center St., 3rd floor, Berkeley, CA 94704. The form also lists [email protected].
- Who must obtain a private sewer lateral permit?
- The form says permits must be obtained by a C-36, C-42, or Class A General Engineering licensed contractor.
- What plan must accompany the application?
- A dimensioned schematic site plan must be submitted. Show the sewer alignment and cleanouts, indicate any easement, and show the drainage termination point if drainage is rerouted.
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This Engineering Permit Application Private Sewer Lateral doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Berkeley form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.