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Where is the Permit Service Center (PSC) located and what are the hours of operation?

The Permit Service Center (PSC) is a division within the Planning & Development Department. The PSC provides direct customer service to those seeking building permits and zoning information. Appointments are available and suggested to reduce service wait times, although walk-in requests are accepted.

Permit Service Center

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm closed every 2nd Friday and Holidays

1947 Center Street, 3rd Floor

Berkeley, CA 94704

(510) 981-7500 or (510) 981-7502

Email: planning@berkeleyca.gov

Please Note: Counter Hours for agencies working at the Permit Service Center

Land Use - Mon - Thurs 8:30 am - 2:30 pm

Building & Safety - Over the Counter Plan check 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Building Inspectors 8:00am -9:00 am & 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Public Works Engineering 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Fire Plan Check 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Toxics 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Environmental Health 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Traffic Engineering 8:30 am - 12:00 pm or by appointment

Updated 2/21/2025 4:35 PM
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