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Read also SB 721: Inspection of Exterior Elevated Elements and Condominium Conversions

Senate Bill 721 (Building Standards: Decks and Balconies: Inspection) would require any building subject to these provisions that is proposed for conversion to condominiums to be sold to the public after January 1, 2019, to have the required inspection conducted prior to the first close of escrow of a separate interest in the project, and would require the inspection report and written confirmation by the inspector that any recommended repairs or replacements have been completed to be submitted to, among others, the Department of Real Estate and included in certain required statements and reports, as specified.

Residential Electrification Training for Rehab Staff and Contractors

This 2-hour practical training will provide in-depth, technical guidance for assessing & selecting electrification measures in rehab projects. Replacing gas appliances with clean, efficient electric alternatives is critical for health and safety. Done right, going all-electric can also lower energy bills, increase occupant comfort, and help address health hazards such as mold, pests, and asbestos. Participants will leave this training excited about tackling electrification puzzles, and confident about discussing options with your clients. Participants will also be equipped to pursue further certification for rebate programs such as BayREN and the statewide TECH program, and have a solid understanding of how to braid available incentives and rebates so that your clients can do more to electrify their homes.

Alameda County (AC) Boost

Exciting News! Boost Your Down Payment with AC Boost in Alameda County! Are you ready to embark on the journey of buying your first home? We have fantastic news for you. Alameda County is thrilled to announce a new round of AC Boost. AC Boost is the County’s Down Payment Assistance Program.

Cultural Strategist-In-Government Program

The CSIG program embedded cultural strategists— people who work through culture — in government departments, to shift the cultural conditions and practices of government.

Regional Measure 4

The Regional Measure 4 (RM4), formerly known as the regional Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) bond, had the potential to raise $20 billion for affordable housing. As one of the largest cities in the Bay Area, the City of Oakland would have received a direct allocation of funding amounting to $765 million if the bond had passed in November 2024. However, RM4 was no longer on the ballot for this upcoming November election.

Illegal Dumping Program Data

Oakland Public Works (OPW) routinely collects data on the performance of our illegal dumping abatement, prevention, and enforcement programs. This page provides a snapshot of that data for the community.

Licensed Junk Haulers

The following is a list of junk haulers that have active business licenses in Oakland.

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