Property owners whose sewer lateral is located near a creek are required to obtain a Creek Protection Permit, in addition to the standard private sewer lateral inspection permit – before sewer lateral work commences.
PSL map sf bay areaBecause creeks have been identified as an essential resource for the City of Oakland, city and county policymakers have enacted more robust environmental protections over the last 25 years. The most notable measure for homeowners is the Creek Protection Permit.
The City of Oakland’s Stormwater Ordinance stipulates guidelines, standards, and restrictions for development of construction projects near identified creeks. Permits are required to ensure that sewer lateral repair or replacement on property that is situation near a watershed creek will prevent or minimize negative externalities for important storm watershed creeks and stormwater drainage features.
Pipe Spy of Oakland is fully a fully licensed, permitted, and authorized private sewer lateral plumber and installer. You can depend on us to perform high-quality, compliant sewer lateral work that is designed to last a generation or more.