Code Enforcement

The mission of Code Enforcement is to enhance safety, quality of life, and civic pride in partnership with the Fremont community.

This mission is achieved by responding to citizen complaints, proactively seeking out violations of the Fremont Municipal Code, and working to solve those problems in a swift and fair manner.

Important Notices

Development Services Center Closed March 16 to May 3, 2020

Effective Monday, March 16 through Sunday, May 3, 2020, most City of Fremont facilities are closed to the public to align with the Shelter in Place Order issued by the Alameda County Public Health Department to help slow the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).

The Development Services Center located at 39550 Liberty Street in Fremont is closed. The Development Services Center is the City's one-stop shop for accepting, reviewing, and approving permit applications and construction documents for all types of projects. During this closure, the City will not be processing permits.

Staff are available by phone or email to provide assistance and answer questions. Please see the contact information below.

Building Inspection: 510-494-4400 or email
Code Enforcement: 510-494-4430 or email
Development Services Center: 510-494-4443 or email
Housing: 510-494-4500 or email
Planning: 510-494-4440 or email
Plans and Permits: 510-494-4460 or email
Sustainability: email

For more information and updates to City services, please visit the City's Coronavirus webpage.

Abandoned Shopping Carts
For stray shopping carts in your area, view our Contact List of Retrieval Companies and call the company to report the exact location and the name of the retailer on the cart. If the retailer is not on the list, contact the retailer directly.

Fence Boundaries
For fence boundaries, refer to the Good Neighbor Fence Act which states that neighbors are equally responsible to maintain the boundaries between their properties.