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250 Hamilton Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Telephone:
Phone: 650-329-2441
Fax: 650-329-2154
Hours:
Planning Department Hours (Civic Center)
Mon-Thu 7:30-5:30pm
Fri 8-5pm (Closed Alt Fri)


NOTE: For permits, visit the City's Development Center web page for location and hours of operation of the City's permit center.

Palo Alto Green Building Program
Phone: 650-329-2189
Fax: 650-329-2240
 
Designing, building and operating a new generation of efficient, environmentally responsible, and healthy buildings in the City of Palo Alto.

Green Building Success Stories
    


"Defining the value of the home by cost efficiency standards or return on investment is practical, but doesn't do the idea justice.  So much of the value that comes from having a green building is from the improved quality of living in the home.  The real value of the house, depending on how you define your values, is the improved lifestyle, comfort, and health from living there."
-- Owner Lisa Benatar

Getting Started - Project Requirements, Application Forms & FAQ's
Are you working on a residential or non-residential project in Palo Alto? Get started here by reviewing Palo Alto's requirements by project type and download your application.

About the Palo Alto Green Building Program, Ordinances & Performance
Click here to learn about the history of the Palo Alto Green Building Program and its current performance.

Green Building Incentives
Building green can save you money! Find financial incentives for green building features and/or strategies you are pursuing.

Green Building Resources
What is green building? Why does the City think it is important? Where can I get more information to make green building a reality?

    

Green Building News and Events 

  • "Amendments to the City's Green Building Requirements were Approved at the October 19, 2009 City Council Meeting. The changes go into effect January 1, 2010. Click here for more information regarding the changes.
  • The new 2008 California Energy Efficiency Code, Title 24 Part 6, goes into effect January 1, 2010. Click here to review changes from the 2005 code.

 

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