A Major Encroachment (ENMJ) is defined by the Oakland Municipal Code as “…anything attached to a structure or constructed in place so that it projects into the public right-of- way such as basement vaults, kiosks, covered conveyors, crane extensions, earth retaining structures, and structure connected planter boxes, fences, or curbs. Projections over any public street, alley or sidewalk in excess of the limitations specified in the Oakland Building Code shall also be classified as major encroachments, including theater marquees, signs suspended above the sidewalk, oriel windows, balconies, cornices and other architectural projections.”
Apply Via 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 Major Encroachment Permit, please call the DOT Permit Counter at 510-238-3199 or email DOTOnlinePermits@oaklandca.gov.
DOT Permit Counter Hours
Monday: 8am-12pm / 1pm-4pm
Tuesday: 8am-12pm / 1pm-4pm
Wednesday: 9:30am-12pm / 1pm-4pm
Thursday: 8am-12pm / 1pm-4pm
Friday: 8am-12pm / 1pm-4pm
Address
250 Frank Ogawa Plaza, 4th Floor, Suite 4314, Oakland, CA 94612