Discovery Bay
- Community Overview
- Housing Market Reports
City Information
Zip Code: 94505
Population: 15,358
Median household income: $130,547
Discovery Bay Chamber Of Commerce
Call the Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce: (925) 240-4144
Housing Information
Housing units: 6,063
Public School District K-12
Call the Bryon Union School District: (925) 809-7500
Walnut Creek
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94595, 94596, 94597, 94598
Population: 70,127
Median household income: $120,238
Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce
Call the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce: (925) 934-2007
Housing Information
Housing units: 32,681
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 53.9%
Homeownership rate: 66.9%
Average persons per household: 2.18
Public School District K-12
Acalanes Union High School District
Call the Walnut Creek School District: (925) 944-6850
Call the Acalanes Union High School District: (925) 280-3900
10 Largest Employers
| John Muir Health |
|---|
| Kaiser Permanente |
| Safeway |
| Nordstrom |
| IHC |
| United States Postal Service |
| Aetna |
| Macy’s |
| City of Walnut Creek |
| HCR Manor Care |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections – Planning & Zoning: (925) 256-3558
Business License: (925) 943-5821
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Finance Department: (925) 943-5840
Fire Department – Contra Costa County Fire Protection: (925) 941-3300
Garbage – Central Contra Costa Waste Authority: (925) 603-1144
Housing Department: (925) 943-5899
Permit Department: (925) 943-5834
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 256-3558
Police Department: (925) 943-5844
Recycling – Central Contra Costa Waste Authority: (925) 603-1144
School District – Walnut Creek School District: (925) 944-6850
Sign Location
Signs may be permitted in the public right-of-way only when adjacent to property lines in such a manner that does not interrupt the normal flow of vehicle or pedestrian traffic. Signs are prohibited in the center divider and/or traffic islands of public streets.
# of Signs Allowed
Four off-site.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No requirements.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Signs may be displayed only on weekends, holidays, and broker tour days, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., during the period when the property is available for public showing. Signs shall be removed after each day of showing.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (925) 256-3558
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0827%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Union City
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94587
Population: 70,143
Median household income: $128,108
Union City Chamber of Commerce
Call the Union City Chamber of Commerce: (510) 952-9637
Housing Information
Housing units: 21,258
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 79.3%
Homeownership rate: 68.2%
Average persons per household: 3.52
Public School District K-12
New Haven Unified School District
Call the New Haven Unified School District: (510) 471-1100
10 Largest Employers
| Ariat |
|---|
| City of Union City |
| Pinc Solutions |
| Abaxis |
| Finelite |
| Axygen Biosciences |
| Amber Kinetics |
| RKI Instruments |
| Orcon |
| Emerald Packaging |
Fun Fact about Union City:
Union City is known for its abundance of arts and culture venues, pleasant weather, and for being in a very central location close to the major cities of Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Division: (510) 675-5313
Business License: (510) 675-5312
Cable and/or Phone: (844) 246-9494
Cable and/or Phone: (855) 369-6101
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (510) 675-5319
Finance Department: (510) 471-3232
Fire Department: (510) 632-3473
Garbage: (510) 657-3500
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Housing Authority: (510) 675-5322
Permit Department: (510) 675-5360
Planning/Zoning Department: (510) 675-5319
Sheriff Department: (510) 471-1365
Public Works: (510) 675-5305
Recycling: (510) 657-3500
Water: (510) 668-4200
Online Resources
Union City Website
Union City Chamber of Commerce: Here
New Haven Unified School District: Here
Housing Authority of the County of Alameda: Here
East Bay Rental Housing Association: Here
U.S. Census Bureau: UnionCityQuickFacts
Sign Location
Signs are not allowed on sidewalks, street medians, public rights-of-way, public parks or other public property, or where they may interfere with vehicular or pedestrian sight distance. Signs may not be affixed to trees, utility poles, street signs or any public utility company or railroad property without the specific permission of the utility, railroad or public agency.
# of Signs Allowed
No more than three (3) such “open house” directional real estate signs (aggregate for one (1) or more sales) shall be located on a single property. Up to four (4) additional “open house” signs, which may also exhibit directional arrows and instructions, shall be allowed on other private properties with the owner’s permission.
Maximum Sign Height
“Sandwich board” or A-Frame size.
Maximum Sign Area
“Sandwich board” or A-Frame size.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No restrictions. Signs may not be illuminated.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Weekends, holidays, and established tour days. Signs shall not be displayed beyond the actual hours of the open house.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (510) 675-5319
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.2259%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
San Ramon
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94582, 94583
Population: 84,605
Median household income: $189,185
Call the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce: (925) 242-0600
Housing Information
Housing units: 26,222
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 74%
Homeownership rate: 70.9%
Average persons per household: 3.02
Public School District K-12
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
Call the San Ramon Valley Unified School District: (925) 552-5500
10 Largest Employers
| Chevron USA Inc. |
|---|
| Bank of the West |
| AT&T/Pacific Bell |
| Robert Half International Inc. |
| Accenture |
| PG&E |
| General Electric Company |
| San Ramon Regional Medical Center |
| Primed Management Consulting |
| Marriott |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (925) 973-2587
Business License: (925) 973-2510
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 310-2355
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (925) 973-2609
Fire Department – San Ramon Valley Fire Protection: (925) 838-6600
Garbage – Waste Management: (925) 837-3356
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Contra Costa Housing Authority: (925) 957-8000
Permit Department: (925) 973-2574
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 973-2560
Police Department: (925) 973-2700
Public Works: (925) 973-2800
Recycling – Waste Management: (925) 837-3356
School District – San Ramon Valley Unified School District: (925) 552-5500
Sewer – Central Contra Costa Sanitary District: (925) 228-9500
Water – Dublin-San Ramon Services District: (925) 828-0515
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
One sign per direction at any intersection per real estate company regardless of the number of listings located in that direction. No more than a total of 8 off-site directional signs at major arterial/collector street intersections are permitted provided that motorist visibility is not obstructed. Signs on secondary or residential street intersections shall be limited to a maximum combined total of four directional signs provided motorist visibility is not obstructed. Signs are to be placed behind sidewalks and out of the public right-of-way. Signs on fences, utility poles or walls are not permitted.
# of Signs Allowed
One on-site.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Six square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Signs must be “A-Frame” style and designed to include the directional arrows. Stick signs are strictly prohibited.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Weekends; must be removed no later than sunset Sunday. Thursdays and Fridays between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. for broker’s tour.
Contact Information
Building and Safety Services: (925) 973-2580
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0937%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
San Pablo
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94803, 94805, 94806
Population: 32,127
Median household income: $53,198
Housing Information
Housing units: 9,571
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 58.3%
Homeownership rate: 45.8%
Average persons per household: 3.3
Public School District K-12
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Call the West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1195
10 Largest Employers
| Doctor’s Medical Center |
|---|
| Contra Costa College |
| Casino San Pablo |
| City of San Pablo |
| Vale Care Center |
| San Pablo Health Care Center |
| Creekside Health Care Center |
| West County Health Center |
| Food Maxx |
| Las Montanas |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (510) 215-3030
Business License: (510) 215-3030
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (510) 835-3000
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 310-2355
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (510) 215-3060
Finance Department: (510) 215-3020
Fire Department – Contra Costa County Fire Protection: (925) 941-3300
Garbage – Richmond Sanitary Service: (510) 262-1600
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Contra Costa Housing Authority: (925) 957-8000
Permit Department: (510) 215-3030
Planning/Zoning Department: (510) 215-3030
Police Department: (510) 215-3130
Public Works – Engineering Department: (510) 215-3060
Recycling – Richmond Sanitary Service: (510) 262-1600
School District – West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1100
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Signs shall not be displayed on any public property, any utility pole, fence, tree, or other vegetation or within any public right-of-way.
# of Signs Allowed
One open house sign for the purpose of directing prospective buyers to a single house or condominium that is for sale.
Maximum Sign Height
Five feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No Requirements.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Sign may be displayed only on the day of the open house.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (510) 215-3030
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
San Lorenzo
- Community Overview
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
San Lorenzo
Zip Code: 94580
Population: 29,581
Castro Valley/Eden Area Chamber of Commerce
Call the Castro Valley/Eden Area Chamber of Commerce: 510.537.5300
Public School District K-12
San Lorenzo Unified School District
Call the San Lorenzo Unified School District: (510) 317-4600
Sign Location
Two signs permitted per lot, six square feet maximum area per sign.
# of Signs Allowed
Two signs per lot.
Maximum Sign Height
No restrictions.
Maximum Sign Area
Six square feet maximum area per sign.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
It is unlawful to place an open house sign in the median. Signs may not be illuminated.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
No restrictions, however the Alameda County Planning Department recommends placing and removing open house signs the same day as the property is being held open.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (510) 670-5400
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1283%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
San Leandro
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94577, 94578, 94579
Population: 91,008
Median household income: $95,072
San Leandro Chamber of Commerce
Call the San Leandro Chamber of Commerce: (510) 317-1400
Housing Information
Housing units: 32,419
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 68.9%
Homeownership rate: 56.5%
Average persons per household: 2.78
Public School District K-12
San Leandro Unified School District
San Lorenzo Unified School District
Call the San Leandro Unified School District: (510) 667-3500
Call the San Lorenzo Unified School District: (510) 317-4600
10 Largest Employers
| ACCO Engineering |
|---|
| Alameda County Industries |
| City of San Leandro |
| Coca-Cola Bottling Company |
| Costco Wholesale |
| Ghirardelli Chocolate Company |
| Kaiser Hospital |
| Kindred Hospital |
| MV Public Transportation |
| OSI Soft |
| PCC Structurals |
| Paramedics Plus |
| San Leandro Unified School District |
Fun Fact:
San Leandro’s old name was the Cherry City. They have a significant annual cherry festival.
Government & Community Contact Information
Alameda County Industries (ACI): (510) 613-8710
Building Regulations Division: (510) 577-3405
Division of Building & Safety: (510) 577-3405
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Fire Department: (925) 833-3473
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Police Department: (510) 577-2740
Public Works Department: (510) 577-3440
Rent Review Board: (510) 577-6004
School District (San Leandro): (510) 667-3530
School District (San Lorenzo): (510) 317-4600
Waste Management: (510) 357-7282
Water: (510) 613-8710
Sign Location
Must be installed on private property with permission of owner.
# of Signs Allowed
Five per property.
Maximum Sign Height
Five feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Five square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Agent or firm name. Signs may not be illuminated. Type of signs allowed are mobile, a-frame, and portable.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Any day from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (510) 577-3325
Zoning Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Local Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$6.00
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
$11.oo
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Richmond
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94530, 94564, 94801, 94803, 94804, 94805, 94806, 94850
Population: 116,448
Median household income: $77,130
Call the Richmond Chamber of Commerce: (510) 234-3512
Housing Information
Housing units: 39,922
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 62.6%
Homeownership rate: 50.5%
Average persons per household: 2.87
Public School District K-12
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Call the West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1195
10 Largest Employers
| Chevron Refinery |
|---|
| West Contra Costa Unified School District |
| Social Security Administration |
| U.S. Postal Service |
| Contra Costa County |
| City of Richmond |
| The Permanente Medical Group |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospitals |
| Bio-Rad Laboratories |
| Michael Stead Auto Depot and Sales |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (510) 620-6868
Business License – Finance Department. (Business License Unit): ( 510) 620-6742
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (510) 490-8445
Cable and/or Phone – SBC: (800) 310-2355
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (510) 620-6740
Fire Department: (510) 307-8031
Garbage – Richmond Sanitary Service: (510) 262-1640
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Richmond Housing Authority: (510) 621-1300
Permit Department: (510) 620-6868
Planning/Zoning Department: (510) 620-6706
Police Department: (510) 233-1214
Public Works: (510) 231-3008
Recycling – Richmond Sanitary Service: (510) 262-7100
School District – West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1100
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Signs must not interfere with, obstruct, or misdirect traffic or pedestrian movement.
# of Signs Allowed
Six.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Six square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No restrictions.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Saturdays, Sundays and holiday between 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (510) 620-6706
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Local Transfer Tax*
(The new local transfer tax rate is based on a sliding scale)
For properties with a full value of $100 to $999,999 the rate is $7.00 per $1,000 – or 0.70%
For properties with a full value between $1,000,000 and $2,999,999 the rate is $12.50 per $1,000 – or 1.25%
For properties with a full value between $3,000,000 and $9,999,999 the rate is $25.00 per $1,000 – or 2.50%
For properties with a full value more than $10,000,000 the rate is $30 per $1,000 – or 3.00%.
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Pleasanton
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94588
Population: 79,871
Median household income: $156,063
Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce
Call the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce: (925) 846-5858
Housing Information
Housing units: 26,053
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 75.7%
Homeownership rate: 68.6%
Average persons per household: 2.82
Public School District K-12
Pleasanton Unified School District
Call the Pleasanton Unified School District: (925) 462-5500
10 Largest Employers
| Workday |
|---|
| Kaiser |
| Oracle |
| Pleasanton Unified School District |
| Safeway |
| Stanford Healthcare, Valley Care |
| Blackhawk Network |
| Roche Molecular Systems |
| Ellie Mae Inc. |
| Clorox Services Company |
Fun Fact:
In the late 1800s to early 1900s, Pleasanton was known for its numerous bars and saloons.
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Department: (925) 931-5300
Building, permits and Inspections: (925) 931-5300
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Fire Department: (925) 454-2361
Garbage: (925) 846-2042
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Planning and Zoning Department: (925) 931-5600
Police Department: (925) 931-5100
Public Works: (925) 931-5650
School District: (925) 462-5500
Water: (925) 931-5425
Sign Location
No signs shall be placed within median strip, center divider, roadway island, on public property, rights of way, public easements adjacent to streets, within five feet of a hydrant, fire call box or mail box. Signs are allowed on sidewalks as long as they do not obstruct pedestrian traffic.
# of Signs Allowed
A total of four signs per property: one on-site open house and three off-site open house signs.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
24”x18”
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No restrictions on sign text. No riders, tags, signs, streamers, balloons. Arrows may be part of main sign design. Must be A-frame signs, no stake signs are permitted. Improperly placed open house signs on public property may be removed without warning and imposed. Confiscated signs result in $12 per sign storage fee. Repeated violations may result in fines of $100/sign.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Monday through Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during Standard Time. Monday through Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. during Daylight Saving Time.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (925) 931-5600
Code enforcement: (925) 931-5620
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0873%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Pleasant Hill
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94523
Population: 34,613
Median household income: $118,947
Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce
Call the Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce: (925) 687-0700
Housing Information
Housing units: 14,321
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 68.5%
Homeownership rate: 59.9%
Average persons per household: 2.4
Public School District K-12
Mount Diablo Unified School District
Call the Mount Diablo Unified School District: (925) 682-8000
10 Largest Employers
| Mt. Diablo Unified School District |
|---|
| Contra Costa County Fire Protection |
| Safeway |
| Target |
| Yandell Truckaway |
| Nightingale of Contra Costa |
| John F. Kennedy University |
| Hospice of the East Bay |
| Irvin Deutscher Family YMCA |
| Keep in Touch |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections – Building Division: (925) 671-5200
Business License: (925) 671-5234
Cable and/or Phone – Astound: (800) 427-8686
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 310-2355
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (925) 671-5231
Fire Department – Contra Costa County Fire Protection: (925-941-3300
Garbage – Allied Waste: (925) 685-4711
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Contra Costa County Housing Services: (925) 219-3325
Permit Department – Planning Division: (925) 671-5209
Police Department: (925) 288-4600
Public Works – Engineering Division: (925) 671-5264
Public Works – Maintenance Division: (925) 671-4646
Recycling – Allied Waste: (925) 671-5806
School District – Mt. Diablo Unified School District: (925) 682-8000
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Only one open house sign is allowed per intersection regardless of the number of open houses in the direction indicated by the sign. No sign shall be located on a wall or fence, in the public right-of-way, on a utility pole, or on a public street, median strip, traffic island, public landscaped area, sidewalk or private property without permission of the owner.
# of Signs Allowed
Total of four signs per property. One on-site and up to three off-site open house signs.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No requirements.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Weekends and broker/agent tour days.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (925) 671-5209
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1363%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Pittsburg
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94565
Population: 76,416
Median household income: $82,960
Call the Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce: (925) 432-7301
Housing Information
Housing units: 21,126
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 80.9%
Homeownership rate: 59.8%
Average persons per household: 3.28
Public School District K-12
Pittsburg Unified School District
Call the Pittsburg Unified School District: (925) 473-2300
10 Largest Employers
| Pittsburg Unified School District |
|---|
| USS – Posco Industries |
| Los Medanos Community College |
| Dow Chemical Company |
| Walmart |
| City of Pittsburg |
| Angelica Corporation (Laundry) |
| Mi Pueblo Foods |
| WinCo Foods |
| Ramar Foods |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections – Development Services/Building Division: (925) 252-4910
Business License – Finance Departmentartment: (925) 252-6969
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (925) 753-1100
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services – RES Environmental Services, Inc.(: 925) 432-1755
Finance Department: (925) 252-6969
Fire Department – Contra Costa County Fire Protection: (925) 941-3300
Garbage – Pittsburg Disposal Service: (925) 432-6262
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Housing Authority: (925) 252-4830
Permit Department – Development Services/Building Division: (925) 252-4910
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 252-4920
Police Department: (925) 252-4980
Public Works: (925) 252-4004
Recycling – Mount Diablo Recycling: (925) 682-4518
School District – Pittsburg Unified School District: (925) 473-2300
School District – Antioch Unified School District: (925) 779-7500
School District – Mt. Diablo Unified School District: (925) 682-8000
Water – City of Pittsburg: (925) 252-4940
Sign Location
Sign must be placed at a location no further from the property than the closest intersection of a major thoroughfare. Sign may not be placed in or on the street, center divider strip or traffic island, sidewalk, public sign post, traffic signal, utility pole, tree, shrub or rock.
# of Signs Allowed
N/A
Maximum Sign Height
Four feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Limited to the name of the developer, real estate broker, the seller, renter, or lessor, an address and telephone number and whether the property is for sale, rent, or lease.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Weekend period from noon Friday through noon Monday, during holidays, and during special showings approved by the planning director.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (925) 252-4920
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1934%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Pinole
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94564
Population: 19,022
Median household income: $100,315
Call the Bay Front Chamber of Commerce: (510) 741-7945
Housing Information
Housing units: 7,158
Percentage of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 81%
Homeownership rate: 75.3%
Average persons per household: 2.81
Public School District K-12
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Call the West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1195
10 Largest Employers
| West Contra Costa Unified School District |
|---|
| Lucky/Food Maxx |
| Target |
| Best Buy |
| Kmart |
| City of Pinole |
| Safeway |
| Kaiser Health Center |
| Trader Joe’s |
| Round Table Pizza |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (510) 724-8912
Business License – Administrative Offices: (510) 724-9000
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Cable and/or Phone – SBC: (800) 310-2355
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (510) 724-9009
Fire Department: (510) 724-8970
Garbage – Richmond Sanitary Service: (510) 262-1600
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Martinez Housing Authority: (925) 372-7400
Permit Department: (510) 724-8912
Planning/Zoning Department: (510 724-8912
Police Department: (510) 233-1214
Public Works: (510) 724-9010
Recycling – Richmond Sanitary Service: (510) 262-1600
School District – West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1100
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Signs are prohibited from being placed on the public right of way or affixed to an element of structure on the public right of way, or located on a publicly owned tree, fence, or utility pole or otherwise posted on public property.
# of Signs Allowed
A maximum of four signs.
Maximum Sign Height
N/A
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No requirements.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Signs may be posted for no more than twenty-four (24) hours.
Contact Information
Planning: (510) 724-8912
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.3094%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Piedmont
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94610
Population: 11,270
Median household income: $224,659
Housing Information
Housing units: 3,924
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 95.8%
Homeownership rate: 91.3%
Average persons per household: 2.92
Public School District K-12
Piedmont Unified School District
Call the Piedmont Unified School District: (510) 594-2600
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Division: (510) 420-3050
Business License: (510) 420-3040
Cable and/or Phone: (844) 246-9494
Cable and/or Phone: (855) 369-6101
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (510) 420-3045
Fire Department: (510) 420-3030
Garbage: (800) 320-8077
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Permit Department: (510) 420-3062
Planning/Zoning Department: (510) 420-3050
Sheriff Department: (510) 420-3000
Public Works: (510) 420-3050
Recycling: (800) 320-8077
Water: (866) 403-2683
Attached/Detached data included in Oakland Attached/Detached Reports.
Sign Location
Street yard of a residential parcel, but not in the public right of way. A minimum passageway width of forty-eight inches must be maintained along the sidewalk in front of such sidewalk display sign.
# of Signs Allowed
Maximum of two.
Maximum Sign Height
Four feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No illumination.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Sign may not be placed outside during non-business hours.
Contact Information
Department of Public Works: (510) 420-3050
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Local Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$13.00
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0971%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Orinda
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94563
Population: 19,514
Median household income: $223,217
Call the Orinda Chamber of Commerce: (925) 254-3909
Housing Information
Housing units: 6,804
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 96.3%
Homeownership rate: 90.5%
Average persons per household: 2.75
Public School District K-12
Call the Orinda Union School District: (925) 254-4901
Call the Acalanes Union High School District: (925) 280-3900
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections – Lamorinda Building Inspection Office: (925) 299-0263
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (888) 861-2533
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (925) 349-3300
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (925) 253-4224
Fire Department – Moraga-Orinda Fire District: (925) 258-4599
Garbage – Allied Waste: (925) 685-4716
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Permit Department – Lamorinda Building Inspection Office: (925) 299-0263
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 253-4210
Police Department: (925) 254-6820
Public Works: (925) 253-4231
School District – Orinda Union School District: (925) 254-4901
School District – Acalanes Union High School District: (925) 935-2800
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Signs may not be secured to City-owned infrastructure, including streetlights, trees, pavement, fences, mechanical equipment, utility poles or street furniture. Signs may not be located in a City-maintained landscape area.
# of Signs Allowed
No restrictions.
Maximum Sign Height
Six feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Three square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Signs my not be illuminated.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
May displayed up to 12 hours only when the property is available for viewing.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (925) 253-4210
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0200%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Oakley
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94561
Population: 43,357
Median household income: $104,893
Call the Oakley Chamber of Commerce: (925) 625-1035
Housing Information
Housing units: 11,484
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 94.7%
Homeownership rate: 73.6%
Average persons per household: 3.37
Public School District K-12
Oakley Union Elementary School District
Call the Oakley Union Elementary School District: (925) 625-0700
10 Largest Employers
| Oakley Union Elementary School District |
|---|
| Diamond Hills Sports Club and Spa |
| Lucky |
| Raley’s |
| Ironhouse Sanitary District |
| Foundation Constructors |
| Rain 4 Rent |
| Continente Nut LLC |
| McDonald’s |
| Burger King |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (925) 625-7032
Business License – Finance Department: (925) 625-7010
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 934-6489
Cable and/or Phone – SBC/Pacific Bell: (800) 310-2355
Community Preservations – Community Development: (925) 625-7036
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (925) 625-7010
Fire Department – East Contra Costa Fire Protection District: (925) 634-3400
Garbage – Oakley Disposal Service: (925) 682-9113
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Contra Costa County Housing Services: (510) 250-5270
Permit Department – Building Division: (925) 625-7005
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 625-7000
Police Department: (925) 625-8060
Public Works: (925) 625-7037
Recycling – Oakley Disposal Service: (925) 757-7660
School District – Oakley Union Elementary School District: (925) 625-0700
School District – Liberty Union High School District: (925) 634-2166
School District – Antioch Unified School District: (925) 706-4100
Water – Diablo Water District: (925) 625-3798
Sign Location
Signs permitted in public right-of-way only when adjacent to property lines in such a manner that does not interfere with ADA accessibility or interrupt flow of vehicle or pedestrian traffic. No signs may be placed in center divider, traffic islands of public streets, or landscaped areas adjacent to the sidewalk.
# of Signs Allowed
No Restrictions.
Maximum Sign Height
Four feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Three square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Mylar or helium-filled balloons are prohibited.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Signs may be displayed only during the period when property is available for public showing.
Contact Information
Public Works and Engineering Department: (510) 253-4231
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1133%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Oakland
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94577, 94601, 94602, 94603, 94605, 94606, 94607, 94608, 94609, 94610, 94611, 94612, 94615, 94617, 94618, 94619, 94621
Population: 464,821
Median household income: $76,114
Call the Oakland Chamber of Commerce: (510) 874-4800
Housing Information
Housing units: 169,710
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 48.1%
Homeownership rate: 41%
Average persons per household: 2.5
Public School District K-12
Oakland Unified School District
Call the Oakland Unified School District: (510) 879-8000
10 Largest Employers
| Kaiser Permanente |
|---|
| Alameda County |
| City of Oakland |
| BART |
| State of California |
| Alameda Health Systems (Highland Hospital) |
| Southwest Airlines |
| Oakland Unified School District |
| Sutter Hospitals, Medical Foundation & Support Services |
| University of California |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Division: (510) 238-3444
Business License: (510) 238-3704
Cable and/or Phone: (844) 246-9494
Cable and/or Phone: (855) 369-6101
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (510) 238-3686
Finance Department: (510) 238-2220
Fire Department: (510) 238-3856
Garbage: (510) 613-8710
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Housing Division: (510) 238-6182
Permit Department: (510) 238-3443
Planning/Zoning Department: (510) 615-5566
Sheriff Department: (510) 777-3333
Public Works: (510) 238-3961
Recycling: (510) 613-8710
Water: (866) 403-2683
Online Resources
City of Oakland
Oakland Chamber of Commerce: here
Oakland Unified School District: here
Housing Authority of the County of Alameda: here
East Bay Rental Housing Association: here
U.S. Census Bureau: OaklandQuickFacts
Sign Location
Signs shall be located on the same lot as the facilities advertised thereon.
# of Signs Allowed
N/A
Maximum Sign Height
N/A
Maximum Sign Area
Six square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
All signs shall be nonmoving. Illumination, if any, of all such Signs shall be indirect and non-flashing. Such Signs shall not, except when attached to a building, include any pennants, streamers, propellers, or similar devices.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Signs shall be removed within seven (7) days after occupancy, or change of occupancy, of the facilities.
Contact Information
Planning and Zoning Office: (510) 238-3911 (press 2)
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Local Transfer Tax*
(The new local transfer tax rate is based on a sliding scale.)
For properties with a full value of $300,000 or less the rate is $10.00 per $1,000 – or 1.00%.
For properties with a full value between $300,000 and $2,000,000 the rate is $15 per $1,000 – or 1.50%.
For properties with a full value between $2,000,001 and $5,000,000 the rate is $17.50 per $1,000 – or 1.75%.
For properties with a full value more than $5,000,000 the rate is $25 per $1,000 – or 2.50%
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Moraga
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
Town Information
Zip Code: 94556
Population: 16,870
Median household income: $140,378
Call the Moraga Chamber of Commerce: (925) 323-6524
Housing Information
Housing units: 5,754
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 83.1%
Homeownership rate: 84.5%
Average persons per household: 2.51
Public School District K-12
Call the Moraga School District: (925) 376-5943
Call the Acalanes Union High School District: (925) 280-3900
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections – Planning Department: (925) 888-7040
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 310-2355
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (925) 888-7031
Fire Department – Moraga-Orinda Fire District: (925) 258-4599
Garbage – Allied Waste: (925) 685-4711
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Permit Department – Planning Department: (925) 888-7040
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 888-7040
Police Department: (925) 376-2515
Public Works: (925) 888-7026
Recycling – Planning Department: (925) 888-7040
School District – Moraga School District: (925) 376-5943
School District – Acalanes Union High School District: (925) 280-3900
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Off-site open house signs may be placed only at intersections in residential land use districts. No sign may be located further from the property than the closest main thoroughfare intersection. Major thoroughfares are St. Mary’s Road, Canyon Road, Moraga Way, Moraga Road, Rheem Boulevard, Camino Pablo, and Bollinger Canyon Road.
# of Signs Allowed
One on-site.
Maximum Sign Height
Four feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
None.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
The sign may be displayed only during the days and hours that the property is open for inspection.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (925) 888-7040
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0874%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Martinez
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94553
Population: 37,287
Median household income: $107,328
Call the Martinez Chamber of Commerce: (925) 228-2345
Housing Information
Housing units: 14,976
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 79.4%
Homeownership rate: 67.6%
Average persons per household: 2.53
Public School District K-12
Martinez Unified School District
Mt. Diablo Unified School District
Call the Martinez Unified School District: (925) 335-5800
Call the Mt. Diablo Unified School District: (925) 682-8000
10 Largest Employers
| Contra Costa County |
|---|
| Kaiser Permanente |
| Martinez Refining Company |
| Martinez Unified School District |
| Walmart |
| City of Martinez |
| Home Depot |
| Veterans Administration Medical Center |
| Nob Hill |
| Lucky |
Fun Facts:
- Martinez is the birthplace of Joe DiMaggio (aka, Joltin’ Joe), one of the greatest baseball players of all time who played for the New York Yankees
- Naturalist and writer, John Muir lived in Martinez for the last 14 years of his life. His mansion is now a historic site.
- Martinez is home to the largest bocce federation in the US with some 2,400 members.
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (888) 602-0239
Business License: (925) 372-3568
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 310-2355
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Community Preservations – Code Enforcement: (925) 372-3532
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (925) 372-3579
Fire Department – Contra Costa County Fire Protection: (925) 941-3300
Garbage – Allied Waste: (925) 685-4711
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Planning Department: (925) 372-3534
Permit Department – Building Official: (925) 372-3550
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 372-3515
Police Department: (925) 372-3440
Recycling – Solid Waste and Recycling: (925) 372-3531
Rent Stabilization – Contra Costa Housing Authority: (925) 957-8035
School District – Martinez Unified School District: (925) 335-5800
Water – City Of Martinez: (925) 372-3575
Sign Location
Open house signs – no official ordinance on record therefore, exercise good judgment in placement of signs to ensure public safety of vehicles and pedestrians. If placing on private property that is not for sale, it is advised that you seek the owner’s written approval before placing any sign on their property.
# of Signs Allowed
N/A
Maximum Sign Height
N/A
Maximum Sign Area
N/A
Sign Text & Other Requirements
N/A
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
N/A
Contact Information
Code Enforcement: (925) 372-3598
Municipal Code
No official ordinance on record for open house signs.
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1210%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Livermore
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94550, 94551
Population: 87,955
Median household income: $138,225
Call Livermore Chamber of Commerce: (925) 447-1606
Housing Information
Housing units: 30,342
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 80.8%
Homeownership rate: 70%
Average persons per household: 2.8
Public School District K-12
Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District
Call Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District: (925) 606-3200
10 Largest Employers
| Gillig |
|---|
| Lam Research |
| US Foods |
| Los Positas College |
| Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory |
| Valley Care Health System |
| Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District |
| Sandia National Laboratory |
| FormFactor, Inc. |
| Kaiser Permanente Regional Distribution Center |
Fun Fact
- The world’s longest burning light bulb that has been on since 1901 is at Livermore’s Fire Station #6. It is known as Livermore Centennial Light Bulb.
- Livermore has the world’s fastest rodeo that traces back to 1918.
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Division: (925) 960-4410
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (925) 960-4300
Fire Department: (925) 454-2361
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Planning Department: (925) 960-4450
Police Department: (925) 371-4900
School District: (925) 606-3200
Water: (925) 960-8100
Sign Location
No signs are permitted on public property or in the public right-of-way including sidewalks or street medians. to be placed in the street or median areas.
# of Signs Allowed
Only one sign per each advertised activity (e.g., a house for sale, etc.) may be placed at each street intersection leading from the two nearest major streets (reflecting two independent access routes) to the site of the advertised activity.
Maximum Sign Height
Four feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No two signs with the same copy shall be placed closer than 50 feet from each other per street frontage.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Signs can only be displayed on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (925) 960-4450
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0971%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Lafayette
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94549
Population: 25,391
Median household income: $178,889
Call the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce: (925) 284-7404
Housing Information
Housing units: 9,651
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 82.8%
Homeownership rate: 75.4%
Average persons per household: 2.64
Public School District K-12
Call the Lafayette School District: (925) 927-3500
Call the Acalanes Union High School District: (925) 280-3900
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections – Contra Costa Building Inspection: (925) 646-4108
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 228-2020
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services – Environmental Task Force: (925) 299-3219
Finance Department: (925) 299-3227
Fire Department – Contra Costa County Fire Protection: (925) 941-3300
Garbage – Allied Waste: (925) 603-1144
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Planning & Building Department: (925) 299-3206
Permit Department – Lafayette Planning Services Division: (925) 284-1976
Planning/Zoning Department – Lafayette Planning Services Division: (925) 284-1976
Police Department: (925) 283-3680
Public Works: (925) 934-3908
Recycling – Valley Waste Management: (925) 906-1801
School District – Lafayette School District: (925) 927-3500
School District – Acalanes Union High School District: (925) 280-3900
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
For each property there may be only one sign per intersection and no sign may be located farther from the property than the closest main thoroughfare intersection. No signs are permitted on public property or to be placed in the street or median areas. May be placed on sidewalks as long as 4 and a half feet remains clear.
# of Signs Allowed
One sign per intersection.
Maximum Sign Height
Four feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
A temporary residential realty sign may not be internally or externally illuminated.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Only on the day and during the hours that the property is available for public showing. The sign must be removed after each day of showing.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (925) 284-1976
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0944%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Hercules
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94547
Population: 25,086
Median household income: $113,194
Call the Bay Front Chamber of Commerce: (510) 741-7945
Housing Information
Housing units: 8,553
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 80.7%
Homeownership rate: 76.5%
Average persons per household: 2.97
Public School District K-12
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Call the West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1195
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Department: (510) 799-8240
Business License – Planning Department: (510) 799-8251
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 310-2355
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (888) 266-2278
Cable and/or Phone – DirecTV: (888) 777-2454
Cable and/or Phone – Vonage: (800) 705-7092
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (510) 799-8241
Finance Department: (510) 799-8200
Fire Department – Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection: (510) 799-4561
Garbage – Richmond Sanitary Service: (510) 262-7100
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Permit Department: (510) 799-8240
Planning/Zoning Department: (510) 799-8251
Police Department – Hercules Police Department: (510) 799-8260
Public Works: (510) 799-8241
Recycling – Richmond Sanitary Service: (510) 262-7100
School District – West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1100
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Allowed only for residential real estate located within the City of Hercules. Signs should no be placed where motorist visibility is obstructed and are prohibited in the center divider, any landscaped center-median, and/or traffic islands of public streets, bicycle paths or public walking trails. Signs may be placed on private property only after first obtaining permission from the property owner.
# of Signs Allowed
Limited to a maximum total of 5 temporary double-sided off-site residential real estate signs per property provided motorist visibility is not obstructed and no more than 4 double-sided signs for different properties shall be at a single intersection.
Maximum Sign Height
Thirty inches.
Maximum Sign Area
Six and one quarter square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No balloons or attachments are permitted on the A-frame real estate open house signs.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Signs may be displayed sunrise to sunset on the day of the open house or on broker’s touring day(s).
Contact Information
Planning Department: (510) 245-6531
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.3094%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Hayward
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94522, 94540, 94541, 94542, 94543, 94544, 94545, 94546, 94547
Population: 162,954
Median household income: $96,886
Call the Hayward Chamber of Commerce: (510) 537-2424
Housing Information
Housing units: 48,296
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 75%
Homeownership rate: 53.5%
Average persons per household: 3.24
Public School District K-12
Hayward Unified School District
Call the Hayward Unified School District: (510) 784-2600
10 Largest Employers
| Kaiser Permanente Medical Center |
|---|
| California University East Bay |
| Hayward Unified School District |
| City of Hayward |
| St. Rose Hospital |
| Plastikon |
| Sugar Bowl Bakery |
| Casa Sanchez Foods |
| Pucci Foods |
| Anabelle Candy Company |
Fun Facts
- Sugar Bowl Bakery in Hayward invented the Brownie Bite.
- Anabelle Candy Company, in business for more than 70 years, invented the famous Rocky Road® bar.
- The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District has 3 Victorian Mansions.
- Hayward has a $70 million downtown library.
Government & Community Contact Information
Business & Tax License: (510) 583-4600
City Attorney’s Office: (510) 583-4450
Earthquake & Flood Zone Information: (510) 583-4200
Fire Department: (510) 583-4900
Garbage: (510) 430-8509
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Planning Department: (510) 583-4200
Police Department: (510) 293-7000
Recycling: (510) 537-5500
Rental Inspection Program: (510) 583-4140
School District: (510) 784-2600
Water: (510) 583-4600
Wildan Financial: (800) 755-6864
Sign Location
Signs may be placed on sidewalks as long as four feet remains clear. No signs are allowed in the street or center median, publicly maintained landscaped area, parks, bus stop zone, or where they may interfere with vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians or visibility of traffic or traffic signs.
# of Signs Allowed
Four directional signs and one on-site sign per open house. A total of four signs are permitted per intersection, one sign per corner.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Name and phone number of the broker, agent or owner/seller must on the sign. Sign must be A-frame style. Signs shall not be illuminated. Signs shall not include balloons, streamers, ribbons, pennants, or other similar devices designed to move in the wind.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Weekends, federal holidays, and one designated tour-day each week from 8:00 a.m. to sunset.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (510) 583-4200
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Local Transfer Tax*
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$8.50
per each thousand
* A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Emeryville
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Information
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94608, 94662
Population:12,905
Median household income: $102,725
Housing Information
Housing units: 6,646
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 12.3%
Homeownership rate: 37%
Average persons per household: 1.76
Public School District K-12
Emeryville Unified School District
Call the Oakland Unified School District: (510) 601-4000
10 Largest Employers
| Pixar |
|---|
| Grifols Diagnostic Solutions |
| AC Transit |
| Oaks Card Club |
| Clif Bar & Co |
| LeapFrog |
| IKEA |
| AAA of Northern California, Nevada, Utah |
| Novartis (Chiron) |
| Peet’s Coffee & Tea |
Government & Community Contact Information
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Fire Department: (510) 596-3759
Garbage: (510) 613-8710
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Planning Department: (510) 596-4361
Police Department: (510) 596-3700
School District: (510) 601-4000
Water: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Signs may only be displayed on private property. No person shall construct, erect, alter, locate, or relocate a sign on a sidewalk without first obtaining a sign permit. Signs shall only be placed on sidewalks and allow for a minimum of four feet clear path of travel. In no event shall signs be permitted or displayed on any other public property. Signs may not be placed in the roadway or in or on any median in the roadway.
# of Signs Allowed
No more than one (1) sign is permitted per individual establishment. No more than four (4) signs may be displayed at any one (1) corner of any major commercial thoroughfare.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Six square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Signs shall not be illuminated. Signs shall not have balloons, pennants, flags, or streamers attached.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Signs may be displayed only from the hours of 8:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. daily. Signs shall be removed during non-display hours.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (510) 596-4307
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Local Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of assessed value)
$12.00
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1146%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
El Sobrante
- Community Overview
- Housing Market Information
- Tax Information
City Information
Contra Costa County- El Sobrante
Zip Codes: 94803
Population: 15,524
Median household income: $86,626
El Sobrante Chamber of Commerce
Call the El Sobrante Chamber of Commerce: (510) 815-9307
Public School District K-12
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Call the West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1195
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.3094%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
El Cerrito
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94530
Population: 25,962
Median household income: $108,298
El Cerrito Chamber of Commerce
Housing Information
Housing units: 10,716
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 74.2%
Homeownership rate: 60.8%
Average persons per household: 2.35
Public School District K-12
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Call the West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1195
10 Largest Employers
| Barnes and Noble |
|---|
| Bed Bath & Beyond |
| City of El Cerrito |
| CVS Pharmacy |
| El Cerrito Royale |
| Fat Apple’s Restaurant |
| Home Depot |
| Honda of El Cerrito |
| Lucky |
| Mira Vista Golf and Country Club |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (510) 215-4350
Business License: (510) 215-4315
Community Preservations – Community Development: (510) 215-4339
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services – Public Works: (510) 215-4382
Finance Department: (510) 215-4323
Fire Department: (510) 215-4450
Garbage – East Bay Sanitary Company: (510) 237-4321
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Affordable Housing: (510) 215-4360
Permit Department – Building Permits: (510) 215-4360
Planning/Zoning Department: (510) 215-4330
Police Department: (510) 215-4400
Public Works: (510) 215-4382
Recycling: (510) 215-4350
Rent Stabilization – Housing Program: (510) 215-4358
School District – West Contra Costa Unified School District: (510) 231-1100
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Must be placed as not to cause a hazard for pedestrians or vehicles. Signs are not permitted in the public right-of-way.
# of Signs Allowed
No more than four such signs are permitted to be located in the front yard or street-facing side yard of any residential property, whether single-family, two-family, or multi-family.
Maximum Sign Height
Five feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Six square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Signs my not be illuminated.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Sign must be removed 48 hours after posting.
Contact Information
N/A
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Local Transfer Tax*
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$12.00
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Dublin
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94568
Population: 72,589
Median household income: $150,299
Call Dublin of Chamber of Commerce: (925) 828-6200
Housing Information
Housing units: 18,817
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 62.8%
Homeownership rate: 63.7%
Average persons per household: 2.87
Public School District K-12
Dublin Unified School District
Call Dublin Unified School District: (925) 828-2251
10 Largest Employers
| United States Government & Federal Correction Institute |
|---|
| Ross Stores Headquarters |
| Dublin Unified School District |
| SAP |
| Zeiss Meditec |
| County of Alameda |
| Target |
| Callidus Cloud |
| De Silva Gates Construction |
| Safeway |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Division: (925) 833-6620
Business License: (925) 833-6620
Cable and/or Phone: (844) 246-9494
Cable and/or Phone: (855) 369-6101
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (925) 833-6630
Finance Department: (925) 833-6640
Fire Department: (925) 833-3473
Garbage: (925) 479-9545
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Housing Division: (925) 833-6610
Permit Department: (925) 833-6620
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 833-6610
Sheriff Department: (925) 833-6670
Public Works: (925) 833-6630
Recycling: (925) 479-9545
School District: (925) 828-2551
Water: (925) 828-0515
Sign Location
Signs are allowed on sidewalk and landscaping strip between sidewalk and street but cannot disrupt vehicular flow, views, ingress or egress, or restrict sidewalk to less than 32”. Signs may not be placed in the center divider or traffic islands and within a 5 foot radius of a call box, fire hydrant or mail box. Signs allowed in R-1, R-2 and RM zones only.
# of Signs Allowed
Four per property, eight per intersection and one per property per intersection.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No tags, riders, streamers, balloons or other attachments. City may charge for removing illegal signs. Signage is not to be adhered to or attached to any public sign post, traffic signal or utility pole. Authorization of affected private property owner shall be secured prior to placement of signs on private property.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Holidays, Saturdays and Sundays and one agent tour day each week from 10:00 a.m. to sunset.
Contact Information
Planning: (925) 833-6610
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1401%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Danville
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
Town Information
Zip Codes: 94506, 94526
Population: 43,582
Median household income: $160,808
Call the Danville Chamber of Commerce: (925) 837-4400
Housing Information
Housing units: 15,934
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 93.6%
Homeownership rate: 84.2%
Average persons per household: 2.73
Public School District K-12
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
Call the San Ramon Valley Unified School District: (925) 552-5500
10 Largest Employers
| Costco |
|---|
| Keller Williams Realty |
| J. Rockcliff REALTORS® |
| Crow Canyon Management Corp. |
| Safeway, Inc. |
| The Peasant and The Pear |
| People and Properties Sotheby’s Int’l Realty |
| Danville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center |
| Alain Pinel REALTORS® |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections – Inspection Request Line: (925) 314-3333
Business License: (925) 314-3326
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 310-3356
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 266-2278
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (925) 314-3320
Fire Department – San Ramon Valley Fire Protection: (925) 838-6640
Garbage – Central Contra Costa Waste Authority: (925) 603-1144
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center: (925) 373-3130
Permit Department: (925) 314-3330
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 314-3310
Police Department – Danville Police Department: (925) 314-3700
Public Works – Engineering Department: (925) 314-3310
Recycling – Green Building: (888) 404-7336
Rent Stabilization – Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center: (925) 373-3130
School District – San Ramon Valley Unified School District: (925) 552-5500
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Each real estate company may place only one sign per direction at any one intersection. Signs are permitted on major arterial/collector intersections with a maximum of eight signs per intersection at any one time. Signs are permitted on secondary streets with a maximum of four signs per intersection at any one time. No signs shall be allowed on fences, utility poles, sidewalks, median strips, traffic islands, or within a travel way of a street. Signs may not encroach into the pedestrian walkway or obstruct the line of sight of a motorist.
# of Signs Allowed
Number of off-site signs are limited to the number of allowable signs at intersections.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Sign “riders” are not allowed to be placed on any off-site real estate – open house/directional – residential signs.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
One weekday for Agent Tour Day, plus Saturdays, Sundays and holidays between 10:00 a.m. and sunset.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (925) 314-3310
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0937%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Concord
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94518, 94519, 94520, 94521, 94523
Population: 125,410
Median household income: $102,477
Call the Concord Chamber of Commerce: (925) 685-1181
Housing Information
Housing units: 47,125
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 67.9%
Homeownership rate: 61.2%
Average persons per household: 2.7
Public School District K-12
Contra Costa County Office of Education
Mt. Diablo Unified School District
Call the Contra Costa County Office of Education: (925) 942-3388
Call the Mt. Diablo Unified School District: (925) 682-8000
10 Largest Employers
| John Muir Health Physical RHB |
|---|
| Macy’s |
| Benchmark Electronics Inc. |
| Central Contra Costa Transit |
| Conco CO |
| Concord Hotel LLC |
| Concord Tax Debt Attorneys |
| Contra Costa Water District |
| Costco |
| Fry’s Electronics |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections – Permit Center: (925) 671-3454
Business License: (925) 671-3307
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 310-2355
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Community Preservations – Code Enforcement: (925) 671-3075
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services – Planning Division: (925) 671-3332
Finance Department: (925) 671-3178
Garbage – Concord Disposal Service: (925) 682-9113
Gas – PG&E(: 800) 743-5000
Housing Department – Economic Development: (925) 671-3370
Permit Department: (925) 671-3454
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 671-3152
Police Department – Concord Police Department: (925) 671-3220
Public Works: (925) 671-3448
Recycling – Concord Disposal Service: (925) 692-2229
Rent Stabilization: (925) 671-3331
School District – Mt. Diablo Unified School District: (925) 682-8000
Water – Contra Costa Water District: (925) 688-8044
Sign Location
Signs may not be placed in public right of way.
# of Signs Allowed
One on-site. Maximum one open house directional sign per intersection.
Maximum Sign Height
Four feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Name and phone number of agent and/or agency. The sign shall not be illuminated.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Signs may not be left standing overnight.
Contact Information
Planning Division: (925) 671-3152
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1125%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Clayton
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94513, 94517
Population: 11,070
Median household income: $157,768
Housing Information
Housing units: 4,086
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 93.6%
Homeownership rate: 88.5%
Average persons per household: 2.82
Public School District K-12
Mt. Diablo Unified School District
Call the Liberty Union High School District: (925) 682-8000
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (925) 646-2300
Business License: (925) 673-7310
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 310-2355
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (925) 673-7309
Fire Department – Contra Costa County Fire Protection: (925) 941-3300
Garbage – Allied Waste: (925) 685-4711
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department: (925) 673-7340
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 673-7340
Police Department – Clayton Police Department: (925) 673-7350
Recycling – Central Contra Costa Sanitary District: (925) 228-9500
School District – Mt. Diablo Unified School District: (925) 682-8000
Water – Contra Costa Water District: (925) 688-8044
Sign Location
Only one off-site sign per open house allowed at any intersection.The signs shall not be displayed in a public right-of-way nor shall they obstruct a pedestrian walkway, except signs shall be allowed behind the sidewalk or behind the curb if there is no sidewalk. No signs shall be displayed on private property without the consent of the property owner.
# of Signs Allowed
One on-site. Up to six off-site.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Two square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Name and phone number of agent and/or agency. No balloons, flags, pennants allowed.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Up to one hour before and one hour after.
Contact Information
Engineering Department: (925) 969-8181
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1125%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Castro Valley
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
Castro Valley Information
Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council (MAC)
Zip Codes: 94546
Population: 66,441
Median household income: $108,488
Castro Valley/Eden Area Chamber of Commerce
Call the Castro Valley/Eden Area Chamber of Commerce: 510.537.5300
HOUSING INFORMATION
Housing units:
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes:
Homeownership rate:
Average persons per household:
Public School District K-12
Castro Valley Unified School District
Call the Castro Valley Unified School District: 510.537.3000
Largest Employers
| Eden Hospital |
|---|
| Safeway |
Fun Fact
Castro Valley used to be a Chicken Farm Community. Motto: We’re crowing because we’re growing!
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Division: (510) 670-5440
Business License: (510) 670-6400
Cable and/or Phone: (844) 246-9494
Cable and/or Phone: (855) 369-6101
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (510) 537-0757
Finance Department: (510) 670-6400
Fire Department: (510) 670-5853
Garbage: (510) 613-8710
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Housing Authority: (510) 538-8876
Permit Department: (510) 670-5440
Planning/Zoning Department: (510) 670-5400
Sheriff Department: (510) 667-7721
Public Works: (510) 670-5480
Recycling: (510) 613-8710
School District: (510) 644-6348
Water: (866) 403-2683
Online Resources
Castro Valley Resource Website: CityTownInfo/CastroValley
County of Alameda: Here
County of Alameda Codes and Ordinances: Here
Castro Valley/Eden Area Chamber of Commerce: Here
Castro Valley Unified School District: Here
Housing Authority of the County of Alameda: Here
East Bay Rental Housing Association: Here
https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/alamedacitycalifornia/PST045216
U.S. Census Bureau: CastroValleyQuickFacts
Sign Location
Two signs permitted per lot, six square feet maximum area per sign.
# of Signs Allowed
Two signs per lot.
Maximum Sign Height
No restrictions.
Maximum Sign Area
Six square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
It is unlawful to place an open house sign in the median. Signs may not be illuminated.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
No restrictions, however the Alameda County Planning Department recommends placing and removing open house signs the same day as the property is being held open.
Contact Information
Planning: (510) 670-5400
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1054%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Brentwood
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94513
Population: 64,292
Median household income: $108,994
Call the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce: (925) 634-3344
Housing Information
Housing units: 16,266
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 93%
Homeownership rate: 74.9%
Average persons per household: 3.12
Public School District K-12
Brentwood Union School District
Liberty Union High School District
Call the Brentwood Union School District: (925) 513-6300
Call the Liberty Union High School District: (925) 634-2166
10 Largest Employers
| Brentwood Union School District |
|---|
| City of Brentwood |
| Liberty Union High School District |
| Safeway, Inc. |
| BJ’s Brewhouse |
| Home Depot |
| Precision Cabinets |
| Winco Foods, Inc. |
| Rodda Electric & Solar |
| Walgreens |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (925) 809-7930
Business License: (925) 516-5480
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Community Preservations: (925) 516-5195
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (925) 516-5460
Fire Department – East Diablo Fire: (925) 634-3400
Garbage – Brentwood Garbage: (925) 516-5415
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department: (925) 516-5405
Permit Department: (925) 516-5405
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 516-5405
Police Department – Brentwood Police Department: (925) 634-6911
Public Works: (925) 516-6000
Recycling – Public Works: (925) 516-6000
Rent Stabilization – Code Enforcement: (925) 516-5405
School District – Brentwood Union School District: (925) 513-6300
Water – Brentwood Water: (925) 516-5415
Sign Location
Signs may be mounted in the public right-of-way in locations where they will not interfere with normal pedestrian or vehicle traffic, and must not block the visibility triangle. Signs may not be placed in the street median (middle of the street) or on any light standard or pole, and cannot block the view of other signs.
# of Signs Allowed
The maximum number of signs allowed per project is three.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Three square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Name and phone number of agent and/or agency.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Weekends and legal holidays only and must be removed at the conclusion of the event.
Contact Information
Code Enforcement: (925) 516-5405
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0520%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Berkeley
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94702, 94703, 94704, 94705, 94706, 94707, 94708, 94709, 94710, 94720
Population: 124,321
Median household income: $95,360
Call the Berkeley Chamber of Commerce: (510) 549-7000
Housing Information
Housing units: 49,671
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 46.9%
Homeownership rate: 42.7%
Average persons per household: 2.29
Public School District K-12
Berkeley Unified School District
Call the Berkeley Unified School District: (510) 644-6320
10 Largest Employers
| UC Berkeley |
|---|
| Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory |
| Alta Bates |
| Bayer |
| City of Berkeley |
| Berkeley Schools |
| Kaiser Permanente |
| Berkeley Bowl Produce |
| Pacific Steel Casting |
| Berkeley City College |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (510) 981-7400
Business License: (510) 981-7300
Cable and/or Phone: (844) 246-9494
Cable and/or Phone: (855) 369-6101
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (510) 981-5310
Finance Department: (510) 981-7300
Fire Department: (510) 981-3473
Garbage: (510) 981-7270
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Housing Authority: (510) 981-5470
Permit Department: (510) 981-7500
Planning/Zoning Department: (510) 981-7400
Police Department: (510) 981-5802
Rent Board: (510) 981-7368
Sheriff Department: (510) 981-5900
Public Works: (510) 981-6300
Recycling: (510) 981-7270
School District: (510) 644-4500
Water: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
On-premises wall or ground sign.
# of Signs Allowed
One temporary on-premises wall or ground sign.
Maximum Sign Height
No higher than 7′ above grade or within 12 vertical feet of electrical conductors.
Maximum Sign Area
Six square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Placement of Open House sign shall not cause a hazard to pedestrian or vehicle traffic and may not be affixed to city owned utility poles and lamp posts.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Locate the property’s zoning district and comply with the sign ordinance.
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Local Transfer Tax*
(The new local transfer tax rate is based on a sliding scale)
For properties with a full value of $1,500,00 or less the rate is still $15.00 per each thousand
For properties with a full value greater than $1,500,000 the new rate is $25 per $1,000. The new percentage for those types of properties is 2.5%
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Albany
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94507
Population: 20,271
Median household income: $95,400
Call the Albany Chamber of Commerce: (510) 525-1771
Housing Information
Housing units: 5,378
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 98.1%
Homeownership rate: 88.5%
Average persons per household: 2.89
Public School District K-12
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Division: (510) 528-5760
Business License: (510) 528-5710
Cable and/or Phone: (800) 332-1321
Cable and/or Phone: (800) 945-2288
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (510) 528-5762
Finance Department: (510) 528-5730
Fire Department: (510) 528-5770
Garbage: (510) 262-7100
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Housing Authority: (510) 528-5760
Permit Department: (510) 528-5760
Planning/Zoning Department: (510) 528-5761
Sheriff Department: (510) 525-7300
Public Works: (510) 528-5760
Recycling: (510) 528-5762
School District: (510) 558-3750
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Two signs permitted per lot, six square feet maximum area per sign.
# of Signs Allowed
Two signs per lot.
Maximum Sign Height
N/A
Maximum Sign Area
Six square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
It is unlawful to place an open house sign in the median. Signs may not be illuminated.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
No restrictions, however the Alameda County Planning Department recommends placing and removing open house signs the same day as the property is being held open.
Contact Information
Code Enforcement: (877) 646-8314
County Ordinance
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0937%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Alamo
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94507
Population: 15,314
Median household income: $239,545
Call the Danville Chamber of Commerce: (925) 837-4400
Housing Information
Housing units: 5,378
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 98.1%
Homeownership rate: 88.5%
Average persons per household: 2.89
Public School District K-12
San Ramon Valley Unified School District
Call the San Ramon Valley Unified School District: (925) 552-5500
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Division: (925) 674-7200
Business License: (925) 674-7200
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 332-1321
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (925) 313-2000
Finance Department – Administration Division: (925) 313-2000
Fire Department – San Ramon Valley Fire Protection: (925) 838-6640
Garbage – Republic Sanitary Service: (510) 262-7100
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Authority: (925) 957-8000
Permit Department: (925) 674-7744
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 681-4200
Sheriff Department: (925) 608-8383
Public Works: (925) 313-2000
Recycling – Recycle Smart: (925) 906-1801
School District – San Ramon Unified School District: (925) 552-5500
Water – EBMUD: (866) 403-2683
Online Resources
Alamo Website: Here
Danville Area Chamber of Commerce: Here
San Ramon Valley Unified School District: Here
Board of Supervisors, District II: Supervisor-Candace-Andersen
Alamo Municipal Advisory Council: AlamoMAC
Alamo Improvement Association: Here
Contra Costa Housing Authority: Here
U.S. Census Bureau: AlamoQuickFacts
Sign Location
Only on the property for sale.
# of Signs Allowed
One.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Three square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
No requirements.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Day of open house.
Contact Information
Code Enforcement: (877) 646-8314
County Ordinance
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0937%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Alameda County Unincorporated
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
Ashland
Zip Code: 94541
Population: 21,925
Castlewood
Zip Code: 94588
Population: unknown
Castro Valley
Zip Code: 94546
Population: 61,388
Cherryland
Zip Code: 94580
Population: 14,728
Fairview
Zip Code: 94541
Population: 10,003
San Lorenzo
Zip Code: 94580
Population: 23,452
Sunol
Zip Code: 94586
Population: 913
See individual city reports.
See individual city reports.
Sign Location
Two signs permitted per lot, six square feet maximum area per sign.
# of Signs Allowed
2 signs per lot.
Maximum Sign Height
No restrictions.
Maximum Sign Area
Six square feet maximum area per sign.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
It is unlawful to place an open house sign in the median. Signs may not be illuminated.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
No restrictions, however the Alameda County Planning Department recommends placing and removing open house signs the same day as the property is being held open.
Contact Information
Planning: (510) 670-5400
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Newark
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Code: 94560
Population: 47,529
Median household income: $116,856
Call the Newark Chamber of Commerce: (510) 578-4000
Housing Information
Housing units: 13,414
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 81.1%
Homeownership rate: 68.6%
Average persons per household: 3.28
Public School District K-12
Newark Unified School District
Call the Newark Unified School District: (510) 818-4103
10 Largest Employers
| Newark Unified School District |
|---|
| Logitech |
| Amazon |
| WorldPac |
| Full Bloom Baking |
| Risk Management Solutions |
| Smart Modular Technologies |
| Morpho Detection |
| Cargill Salt |
| City of Newark |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Inspections: (510) 578-4261
City Clerk’s Office: (510) 578-4266
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Finance Department: (510) 578-4310
Fire Department: (510) 578-4000
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Information & Assistance: (510) 578-4000
Planning Department: (510) 578-4215
Police Department: (510) 578-4237
School District: (510) 818-4103
Union Sanitary District: (510) 477-7500
Sign Location
No sign shall be located in or project into the public right-of-way. No sign shall be located at or near any street intersection or any street and driveway intersection so as to create a traffic hazard by obstructing vision.
# of Signs Allowed
Up to four off-site Open House directional signs.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet from finished grade.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Sign must include company name, address and telephone number.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Open House directional signs may not be placed more than two hours before the start or remain more than two hours after the conclusion of the open house event.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (510) 578-4330
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.2008%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Alameda
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94501, 94502
Population: 78,280
Median household income: $109,545
Alameda Chamber of Commerce website
Call the Alameda Chamber of Commerce: (510) 522-0414
Housing Information
Housing units: 32,351
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 53.4%
Median value of owner-occupied housing units, 2010 -2014: $628,500
Average persons per household: 2.46
Public School District
Alameda Unified School District
Call the Alameda Unified School District: (510) 337-7000
Government & Community Contact Information
Cable: (510) 749-5896
Electricity: (510) 748-3901
Fire Department: (510) 337-2100
Garbage: (510) 430-8509
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Permit Department & History: (510) 747-6800
Planning Department: (510) 747-6805
Police Department: (510) 337-8340
Recycling: (510) 483-1400
School District: (510) 337-7000
Water: (866) 403-2683
Sign Location
Signs may not be placed on public property except for medians of public roads and sidewalks. Signs may not be placed on medians or sidewalks in a manner which obstructs pedestrian or vehicular traffic, or lines of sight.
# of Signs Allowed
Six.
Maximum Sign Height
Four feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
None.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Signs may not be placed more than two hours prior to the open house and must be removed within hours after the open house.
Contact Information
Code Enforcement: (510) 747-6817
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
$12.00
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Fremont
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Reports
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94536, 94538, 94539, 94555
Population: 230,504
Median household income: $114,118
Call the Fremont Chamber of Commerce: (510) 795-2244
Housing Information
Housing units: 76,000
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 73.4%
Homeownership rate: 63.5%
Average persons per household: 3.07
Public School District K-12
Fremont Unified School District
Call the Fremont Unified School District: (510) 657-2350
10 Largest Employers
| Tesla |
|---|
| Fremont Unified School District |
| Washington Hospital |
| Western Digital |
| Lam Research Corporation |
| Seagate Magnetics |
| Palo Alto Medical Foundation |
| Thermo Fisher Scientific |
| Hyve Solutions |
| Safeway |
Government & Community Contact Information
Alameda County Office: (510) 494-4637
Building Inspections: (510) 494-4400
Community Preservation: (510) 494-4430
Electricity: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (510) 494-4570
Fire Department: (510) 494-4200
Garbage: (510) 657-3500
Gas: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department: (510) 494-4500
Planning Department: (510) 494-4440
Planning Division: (510) 494-4455
Plans & Permits: (510) 494-4440
Police Department: (510) 790-6800
School District: (510) 657-2350
Online Resources
City Website: City of Fremont
Fremont Chamber of Commerce: Here
Fremont Unified School District: Here
Housing Authority of the County of Alameda: Here
East Bay Rental Housing Association: Here
U.S. Census Bureau: FremontQuickFacts
Sign Location
Sign Location
Signs may be placed on private property and in a planter strip between the street and the sidewalk. If there is no planter strip, they may be located on the edge of a sidewalk so long as a three foot clear accessible walkway remains. In no case may a sign be located on streets, center medians or pedestrian ramps.
# of Signs Allowed
One sign per single or two-family lot in a residential subdivision. No restrictions on number of open house signs displayed.
Maximum Sign Height
Three feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Three square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Name and phone number of the broker, agent or owner/seller must on the sign. No illumination. Authorization of affected private property owner shall be secured prior to placement of signs on private property.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Weekends 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. One day a week for broker open house.
Contact Information
Planning Department: (510) 494-4440
Municipal Code
Alameda County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.1740%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Alameda County property tax bill, visit Alameda County Assessor and follow these instructions.
Antioch
- Community Overview
- Contact Information & Resources
- Housing Market Information
- Open House Sign Ordinance
- Disclosures and Disclaimers
- Tax Information
City Information
Zip Codes: 94509, 94531
Population: 115,291
Median household income: $72,412
Call the Antioch Chamber of Commerce: (925) 757-1800
Housing Information
Housing units: 33,976
Percent of housing stock that is Single-Family Detached Homes: 82.9%
Homeownership rate: 63.6%
Average persons per household: 3.18
Public School District K-12
Antioch Unified School District
Call the Antioch Unified School District: (925) 779-7500
10 Largest Employers
| Kaiser Permanente |
|---|
| Antioch Unified School District |
| Sutter Delta Medical Center |
| Contra Costa County Social Services |
| Walmart |
| Costco |
| Target |
| City of Antioch |
| Antioch Auto Center |
| Safeway |
Government & Community Contact Information
Building Division: (925) 779-7065
Business License: (925) 779-7059
Cable and/or Phone – AT&T: (800) 332-1321
Cable and/or Phone – Comcast: (800) 945-2288
Electricity – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Environmental Services: (925) 779-6137
Finance Department – Administration Division: (925) 779-7055
Fire Department – Contra Costa County Fire Protection: (925) 941-3300
Garbage – Allied Waste: (925) 685-4711
Gas – PG&E: (800) 743-5000
Housing Department: (888) 572-1222
Permit Department: (925) 779-7065
Planning/Zoning Department: (925) 779-7035
Police Department – Antioch Police Department: (925) 778-2441
Public Works: (925) 779-6950
Recycling: (925) 779-6137
Rent Stabilization – Neighborhood Stabilization Program: (925) 779-7013
School District – Antioch Unified School District: (925) 779-7500
Water – City of Antioch: (925) 779-7060
Online Resources
City Website: City of Antioch
Antioch Chamber of Commerce: Here
Antioch Unified School District: Here
Contra Costa County Housing Authority: Here
Sign Location
Off-site signs shall be located no further from the property advertised than the closest major thoroughfare intersection. Signs shall not be located in the public right-of-way.
# of Signs Allowed
Three.
Maximum Sign Height
Four feet.
Maximum Sign Area
Four square feet.
Sign Text & Other Requirements
Name and phone number of agent and/or agency. Open house signs must be A-frame. Signs shall not be attached to any utility pole, fence, tree, or other vegetation or upon any public right-of-way.
Days and Times Signs may be Displayed
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to dusk. No sign shall be left overnight.
Contact Information
Engineering and Development Services Division: (925) 779-7035
Municipal Code
Contra Costa County Transfer Tax
($ per thousand of sale or transfer price)
$1.10
per each thousand
Property Tax Rate*
($ per thousand of assessed value)
1.0937%
per each thousand
* This is not the rate for all properties. A detailed Property Tax Bill with the most accurate Property Tax Rate can be found at the Tax Assessor’s website. If you’d like to see your Contra Costa County property tax bill, visit Contra Costa County Assessor and follow these instructions.