Application for Obstruction Permit (OB Permit) (Oakland, California)

This is the official Application for Obstruction Permit (OB Permit) from City of Oakland. You can fill it in its original layout in your browser or with an AI assistant, then download it to review, sign and submit to the agency.

Form details

Issuer

City of Oakland

Jurisdiction

Oakland, California

Type

Encroachment and right-of-way permits

Questions

31

Last mapping review

2026-10-01

Official blank PDF from City of Oakland ↗

What this form asks

• OB Permit Renewal: Issued OB Permit Number
• Work Activities: Others (describe)
• Related Permit Numbers (PX / SL / B / GR / X / others)
• Approved Traffic Control Plan (TCP) Number
• Site Address
• Applicant's Name: First
• Applicant's Name: Last
• Applicant: Phone
• Applicant: Email
• Question A: Number of Metered Spaces Obstructed (number)
• Question A: Linear Feet of Non-Metered Spaces Obstructed (number)
• Question B: Sidewalk Obstruction Length (number)
• Question B: Sidewalk Obstruction Width (number)
• Obstruction Period Start Date: Month
• Obstruction Period Start Date: Day
• Obstruction Period Start Date: Year
• Obstruction Period End Date: Month
• Obstruction Period End Date: Day
• Obstruction Period End Date: Year
• Obstruction Period: Number of Calendar Days (number)
• Date Signed (date)
• Work Activities: Moving (checkbox)
• Work Activities: OB Permit Renewal (checkbox)
• Work Activities: Others (checkbox)
• Work Activities: Scaffolding (checkbox)
• Work Activities: On-site Construction (checkbox)
• Work Activities: Traffic Control (checkbox)
• Question A: Will you obstruct parking spaces? (choose one)
• Question B: Will you obstruct sidewalk? (choose one)
• Question B: Will you keep minimum 5' 6" sidewalk clearance? (choose one)
• Question C: Will you obstruct traffic lane(s)? (choose one)

Review, sign and submit

PaperPorter fills the form but does not submit it or approve anything. Signatures, initials and staff-only areas are left for the right person. Confirm current fees, attachments and filing instructions with City of Oakland.

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Frequently asked questions

Does PaperPorter submit this form?

No. You download the completed PDF, then review, sign and submit it to City of Oakland yourself.

Can I fill it without an AI assistant?

Yes. Fill it in your browser and download the completed PDF. An assistant such as ChatGPT or Claude can also ask you the questions and fill it for you.