The Engineering Division is responsible for receiving, processing, and issuing encroachment permits, grading permits, small cell licenses, subdivision maps, subdivision improvement plans, and Technical Peer Reviews. If you have questions or if you need more information, please contact the Engineering Division at 510-494-4700.

How to Obtain an Engineering Permit

New engineering permits can be requested online at Fremont.gov/CitizenAccess.

Common Engineering Permits

• Encroachment Permit
• Grading Permit
• Small Cell License
• Subdivision Permit
• Technical Peer Review

Other City Permits

For information about other City of Fremont permits that are not processed and issued by Engineering, please visit the City’s Permits webpage for more information.

Permit Fees

For fee information, see the Fee Schedules.

Coordinating with Other Agencies

To assist you in obtaining your permits, coordination with outside agencies may be necessary. Visit our Agency Coordination List for the contact information of these different agencies.

Resources

• Engineering Permit Timeframes
• Engineering Application Form (for in-person submittals only)
• Billing Authorization & Reimbursement Agreement
• Fee Schedule

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