Permits, Plans & Projects (A-Z)
To check the status of a permit please visit our e-Permits Portal, for all other permits or project information, see below.
<The Hayward Fire Code prohibits the storage of flammable or combustible liquid in aboveground tanks - 60 gallons in capacity or larger, unless approved by the Fire Marshal.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2023
Plan - Requires Planning Director Approval: Submit online via e-Permits Portal
Commercial Cannabis Businesses Overview:
The City of Hayward allows commercial cannabis businesses to operate in the City. The following commercial cannabis business activities are allowed in the City:
The City of Hayward Police Department has adopted the practice of referring private person Concealed Weapon License applicants to the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office in accordance with Penal Code Section 12050(g).
Plan - Pre-Applications: Submit online via e-Permits Portal
Plan - Requires Planning Commission Approval: Submit online via e-Permits Portal
If a project or activity is going to be performed within the public right-of-way, an Encroachment Permit is required.
A Film Permit Application is required to film in the City of Hayward
Plan - Public Works: Submit online via e-Permits Portal
Fire permits are issued by the Fire Prevention / Hazardous Materials Division.
Plan - Requires Planning Director Approval: Submit online via e-Permits Portal
Plan - Requires City Council Approval: Submit online via e-Permits Portal
