The Coliseum Area Specific Plan seeks to transform the underutilized land around the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum and Arena into a world-class sports, entertainment and science & technology district that boasts a dynamic and active urban setting with retail, entertainment, arts, culture, live and work uses.
Building Final Check Project TypeProcessing Time (From Low to High Complexity) Intake Projects with Engineer Review (Plans Required) 10 days or up to 7 weeks Intake Projects with Engineer Review (Plans Required) with Expedited Request (OT) 5 days or up to 3 weeks
Oakland is in Alameda County. Living in Oakland offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Oakland there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Oakland and residents tend to be liberal.
About two-thirds of Oakland lies in the flat plain of the East Bay, with one-third rising into the foothills and hills of the East Bay range. Ruptures along the nearby San Andreas Fault caused severe earth movement in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1906 and 1989.
On June 15, 2021, the City of Oakland adopted the 2021-2026 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). The LHMP serves as a meaningful guide to increasing the Oakland community's resilience in the face of natural disasters, such as earthquakes, floods, extreme heat and fires.
Oakland's stunning bay views, parklands, open spaces, great weather, rich cultural scene and proximity to the Pacific Ocean make it one of the most beautiful urban areas in the nation and a desirable place to live and work.
The Oakland General Plan Update will address citywide needs and envision a more vibrant future for all residents. We aim to create livable and connected neighborhoods where people have access to everything they need, such as grocery stores, entertainment, stores, libraries, parks, and safe transportation.
After almost a decade (these things never move quickly!), the Downtown Oakland Specific Plan (“DOSP”) was adopted by the Oakland City Counsel in July. This plan is a road map that covers the plans for development in Downtown over the next 20 years. It is the first ever specific plan to cover the Downtown area.
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