What does the sewer lateral time extension agreement do?

It sets out the parties’ agreement concerning the time to obtain a Private Sewer Lateral Certificate and authorizes specified city actions if required testing or repairs are not completed.

What attachments does the agreement require?

The packet calls for a fully executed sewer lateral extension deposit form with a title company check and a copy of the signed contract with a licensed plumbing contractor.

How do I submit the completed agreement?

Submit the completed private sewer lateral packet through the City of Berkeley Online Portal. The document also lists PSLProgram@CityofBerkeley.info for email contact.

Berkeley, CA · Alameda County

No notary required

Agreement for Time Extension to Obtain a Sewer Lateral Certificate

This agreement lets property buyers and sellers request a time extension to obtain a Berkeley Private Sewer Lateral Certificate.

What this form is

The agreement concerns the buyer’s six-month period to complete required private sewer lateral work and obtain a Private Sewer Lateral Certificate after recordation of the transfer document. It asks for property and mailing details, signatures from the seller, buyer, and escrow agent, and attachments including a $4,500 deposit and a signed licensed plumbing contractor contract. Public Works Engineering approval is required.

Who needs it

Buyers, sellers, and escrow agents involved in a property transfer use this agreement when seeking more time to obtain a Private Sewer Lateral Certificate.

How to submit it

Submit the completed private sewer lateral packet through the City of Berkeley Online Portal. The form also lists [email protected] for email contact.

About notarization

This agreement is signed and dated without a notary; the listed deposit form and signed contractor contract are attachments, with no notarization or sworn statement specified.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Agreement
Download the agreement for a time extension to obtain a Private Sewer Lateral Certificate.
2
Complete The Agreement
Provide the property and mailing details and obtain the required signatures from the seller, buyer, and escrow agent.
3
Gather Required Attachments
Include the fully executed extension deposit form with the title company check and a copy of the signed licensed plumbing contractor contract.
4
Submit The Packet
Submit the completed private sewer lateral packet through the City of Berkeley Online Portal.

Frequently asked questions

What does the sewer lateral time extension agreement do?: It sets out the parties’ agreement concerning the time to obtain a Private Sewer Lateral Certificate and authorizes specified city actions if required testing or repairs are not completed.
What attachments does the agreement require?: The packet calls for a fully executed sewer lateral extension deposit form with a title company check and a copy of the signed contract with a licensed plumbing contractor.
Do I need a notary for this agreement?: No. The agreement is signed and dated without a notary. Its listed deposit form and signed contractor contract are attachments; no notarization or sworn statement is specified.
How do I submit the completed agreement?: Submit the completed private sewer lateral packet through the City of Berkeley Online Portal. The document also lists [email protected] for email contact.

Need something notarized?

This Agreement for Time Extension to Obtain a Sewer Lateral Certificate doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Berkeley form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.