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Public Infrastructure (PX) Permit

All Off-Site Infrastructure (PX) Permits require City review and approval BEFORE permit issuance

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Application for Public, Off-Site Improvements (PX-Permit)
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City of Oakland Design Standards and Guidelines
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PX permit is issued for the construction of public improvements within the City’s right-of-way or City Easement or as part of a new Subdivision, Parcel or Tract Map approval. PX permit is required prior to public infrastructure construction such as a roadway, paving, signage, pavement markings, striping, streetlights, storm drainage, sanitary sewers, manholes, sidewalk, curb, gutter, ADA compliant curb ramps, driveway approaches, utilities, landscaping, street trees, tree grates, irrigation, and other public facilities.

Click here to view the City of Oakland Standard Construction Details

Click here to view the City of Oakland Street Design Guidelines

Click here to view the City of Oakland Standard Specifications and Detail for Street Trees

Click here to view the City of Oakland Storm Drainage Design Standards.


Apply By Email: Email your completed application to DOTOnlinePermits@oaklandca.gov

Apply In Person: The DOT Permit Counter is open to the public at our Permit Center on the 2nd Floor of 250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza. Click here to schedule an appointment. Please note: masks are required for entry into City buildings.

If you have questions about the PX Permit, please call the DOT Permit Counter at 510-238-3199 or email DOTOnlinePermits@oaklandca.gov

OakDOT Permit Counter Hours

Monday: 9am - 12pm / 1pm - 4pm (virtual appointments)

Tuesday: 9am - 12pm / 1pm - 4pm (in-person appointments)

Wednesday: 10am - 12pm / 1pm - 4pm (virtual appointments)

Thursday: 9am - 12pm / 1pm - 4pm (in-person appointments)

Friday: Closed