The PPD Team develops community-based transportation plans; delivers streetscape redesign projects; provides data analysis for Safe Oakland Streets; pursues grant funding; and leverages major development projects to implement the City's plans and strategic priorities.
The Planning Bureau oversees the City's strategic planning efforts, zoning regulations, major development projects, and neighborhood and specific area plans. Come to us to apply for zoning applications and permits, check zoning requirements, or participate in our many public engagement processes, including meetings of the Planning Commission and related committees.
Learn more about the City of Oakland's Planning Code, Zoning information and maps, the General Plan and related Elements, and neighborhood plans and policy projects.
The 2024 nomination period is closed. The next window to submit nominations will be in late 2024.
The mission of the Criminalistics Division is to provide our clients with prompt, effective and reliable forensic science services, unbiased evaluation and interpretation of data derived from the analysis of physical evidence, and effective testimony in order to aid in the administration of justice in cases involving the jurisdiction of the Oakland Police Department.
The Oakland Police Department collects and shares data about crime and policing. Collecting and sharing police data is an important part of our work. We collect and report data about crimes, police response times, and other police-related events.
The Oakland Police Department supports a range of programs for children and youth in our city. Some target at-risk young people, or those who may have already taken a wrong step. Others offer opportunities to explore careers in law enforcement and the justice system.
The Policies and Procedures Committee (PPC) meets as needed to discuss topics such as noticing practices, contents of staff reports, and other non-project-related administrative matters. The PPC is an official committee of the Planning Commission.
The Planning Bureau oversees a range of policy projects and programs to help create an inclusive, safe and healthy environment for all Oaklanders.
We are committed to making information available to the public. The links below provide information related to OPD policies, the Negotiated Settlement Agreement (NSA), Occupy Oakland, and other relevant police public information.
Hosing down sidewalks and driveways contributes to water pollution.
The City offers safe, fun and affordable swimming programs for residents.
More information coming soon.
Code compliance and scheduling building inspections.
What you put down the drain matters! Everyone has a role in preventing sewer overflows, including you!
Learn more about the City's efforts to solve the most critical cases and prevent violence and sexual exploitation.