In El Cerrito, CA, foundation installation requires a building permit for all new buildings, alterations, repairs, enlargements, improvements, or conversions, including any changes in room size or electrical/plumbing work.
Here's a more detailed breakdown of the requirements:General Requirements:

Permit Required:Building permits are mandatory for all projects involving new buildings, alterations, repairs, enlargements, improvements, or conversions, including foundation Application:You can access the online permit counter via eTRAKiT for application submittals.Plan Check:If your project requires plan review, the plan check fee will be due at the time of plan submittal.Permit Fees:Building permit fees are due upon permit issuance.Payment Methods:The city accepts debit and credit cards for payment, but a 3.5% service fee applies to cardcan avoid this fee by paying with a check at the Building Department counter.Line and Grade Information:Any person to whom a building permit has been issued must obtain official line and grade information as required in Section 13.20.150 of the City Code prior to the construction of foundations or footings for carports and garages.

Specifics for Foundation Work:

Foundation Repairs:Foundation repairs require a buildingGuidelines:For proper methods, approved materials, and requirements, refer to the General Guidelines page for construction outside the building foundation.Stege Sanitary District:The Stege Sanitary District oversees any construction outside the building foundation within its service area, which includes El Cerrito.Soils and Geotechnical Reports:For properties located in a slide zone or seismic zone, and for all new construction, you will need to submit soils and geologic reports, along with a letter from a soils/geological engineer stating they have reviewed the foundation, drainage, and grading design, and have been retained to observe the geotechnical aspects of the project.Plan Check Submittals:When submitting plans, ensure they are original signed wet-stamped copies, and include two copies of the Current Title 24 Energy Compliance forms, engineering calculations and details, and a stamp from Stege Sanitary District.