If you received a Stop Work from a City of Oakland Building Inspector, you must stop all construction activities. Please see below on how to apply for permits to correct the violations.
Stop Work Order Informational Brochure(PDF, 301KB)
If you received a Stop Work from a City of Oakland Code Enforcement or Building Inspector, you must stop all construction activities. You must either revise your permits, correct the violations, and/or apply for permits depending on the type of project, as per the three types below.
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All permit applications are now electronic, please visit the Permits page for more information.
Stop Work Order Penalties
All Stop Work Orders issued shall be assessed an immediate Stop Work Order fee and are subject to additional enforcement fees, administrative charges and penalties.
Permit fees may be assessed at two (2x) or more for permits originated because of a STOP WORK ORDER issued due to unpermitted work. The assessment of two (2x) or more permit fees is in addition to Stop Work fees.
Demolition of structures without a demolition permit shall be assessed a 10X permit fee in addition to the Stop Work order fee.
Questions?
For more information, contact the Building Services Department at (510) 238-3381 or find quick answers through our Permit & Services Questions Portal.