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Earthquake Brace and Bolt Program

Posted: August 31st, 2018 3:44 PM

Last Updated: January 20th, 2021 7:58 PM

Homeowners can receive up to $3,000 for a seismic retrofit. Visit online to see if your property qualifies.

Registration is currently closed. You can sign up for updates.

A seismic retrofit is where the existing cripple wall is strengthened with bracing and bolting or only bolting depending on the house construction. The replacement of cripple wall framing and/or foundation replacement is not considered by the City of Oakland to be a retrofit.