If you have any further questions please contact Gary Nordahl, Chief Building Official at Gary.Nordahl@hayward-ca.gov . See below for a list of frequently asked questions:
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On July 2nd, 2019 the City of Hayward adopted an ordinance which requires mandatory screening of potential “Soft Story Buildings”. This ordinance was passed as part of a strategic initiative to provide a safe and resilient housing stock for Hayward residents. The adoption of this ordinance is the first step in addressing potential Soft Story Buildings located in our city by; establishing a soft…, Frequently Asked Questions, Hayward Screening Examples, Soft Story Technical Bulletin, Hayward Screening Form, List of Potential Subject Buildings for City of Hayward Mandatory Screening Program,
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blue sky with a yellow caution sign that says scam alert ahead Scams have always existed, but with the recent advance in technology, it has never been easier for scammers to reach out to victims. , Protect yourself from becoming a victim by following a few simple tips:, Never give money or personal information to unverified sources online or over the phone., If you receive a call or an online request for a verification of personal information, do not provide it. If you are being asked for a payment of some kind, do not provide it. Scammers are very savvy and can make requests for information and money seem real and legitimate. They can spoof or fake email addresses, phone numbers and letter head., Don’t be afraid to ignore the request and/or hang up., When in doubt, hang up. Scammers are pushy. They create a sense of urgency and use scare tactics to get you to give your information. If you feel like you are being pressured to make a payment or verify information, hang-up. You can always call banks, government agencies or other institutions back on a verified phone number that you know to be correct and speak to someone in person., Here are some common scare tactics used by scammers:, There has been a warrant issued for your arrest:, Warrants are NEVER issued over the phone. Warrants are issued on paper and served in person by a uniformed officer. They do not call you and warn you in advance that they are on their way, Your Social Security Number has been or will be suspended:, Social Security numbers do not get suspended. Ever., Your account has been compromised and they need remote access to your computer quickly to avoid losing all your data:, Companies like Microsoft and Apple do not send you unsolicited email messages or make unsolicited phone calls to provide technical support or fix your computer. Any tech support communication must be initiated by you., Your utilities service will be cut off suddenly if you do not make a payment now:, No utility company, PG&E, Hayward Water System, etc., will ever call you out of the blue and demand payment. There is a collection process in place that includes messages on bills and several letters. , The process for Hayward Water System customers is:, Regular bills are sent out with a delinquent date of 17 days from bill date. Non-payment will result in a late-payment notice (“15 Day Notice”) sent to customers. Final notice is sent via a door hanger/shutoff notice which is delivered by City staff. They have 48 hours to make a payment to avoid shutoff. The City of Hayward does not call and request payment from customers. If non-payment is…, Be wary of any requests for wire transfers (Western Union transfers, requests for GreenDot or Gift Cards or pictures of these items)., Legitimate businesses and creditors will never tell you how to pay for something. They will not demand you pay a bill via a gift card. Scammers request these types of transactions because once made, the money can be immediately withdrawn by the scammer anywhere in the world and is often untraceable., Be wary of requests for pre-payment, . If a seller of an item requests a deposit for a product or service, sight unseen, there is a high likelihood you are being scammed. This also counts for payments on money transfers, and are common components of Lottery, sweepstakes and inheritance scams., Remember:, Scammers are pushy and will try to keep you talking. Don’t fall prey to this. If you suspect someone is trying to scam you, it is perfectly acceptable to respectfully state that you are not interested and hang-up. The IRS, the City of Hayward or any other government agency will not request for you to pay taxes or fines over the phone. The Hayward Police Department or Alameda County Sheriff’s…, Never send a payment to unconfirmed sources, . For more information on consumer protections, visit the, Federal Trade Commission’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, website. Visit the, FBI Scams and Safety, web page to learn more about 22 “common” scams., For more information about crime prevention, contact our District Offices staff, : Lieutenant Antonio Puente, District Operations, Lieutenant Antonio Puente North District Office 22701 Main Street Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-8608, antonio.puente@hayward-ca.gov, Sergeant Zachary Fay, District Operations, Sergeant Zachary Fay North District Office 22701 Main St Hayward, CA 94541 (510) 293-7096, Zachary.Fay@hayward-ca.gov
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Response to Tenant Petition, : After the tenant files a petition, the City will provide the landlord a copy. Mediation will be set within 30 days after a petition is accepted. Mediation can be waived if both landlord and tenant can agree. Landlord has until 5 days before the schedule mediation to provided documents in response to the petition. Please use this response form . View the steps of the rent review process for…, Landlord Petition, :, A landlord can request rent review to determine allowable rent increase above 5% for the following reasons: To determine a rent increase necessary to obtain a fair return on investment; or To determine the proper amount of a capital improvement pass-through After filing a petition , the City will provide a copy of the petition to the tenant. Mediation will be scheduled unless waived by the…
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The Hayward Area Shoreline Planning Agency (HASPA) prepared the Shoreline Adaptation Master Plan to determine the policies and projects necessary to prepare for sea level rise along the Hayward Shoreline. The shoreline is home to critical infrastructure such as the City’s wastewater treatment plant, the eastern approach to the Hayward-San Mateo Bridge (State Route 92), and flood protection. The…, Hayward Regional Shoreline Adaptation Master Plan (55 MB), - February 5, 2021: The comprehensive plan for the shoreline. , Appendix A Stakeholder & Public Comments (10MB), - February 5, 2021: A summary of all stakeholder and public comments received on the plan. , Appendix B Cost Estimate (2MB), - February 5, 2021: A summary of the cost estimate for the plan. El Plan Maestro de Adaptación de la Costa Regional de Hayward, El Plan Maestro de Adaptación de la Costa Regional de Hayward (6 MB), - Mayo 20, 2021: Un sumario de el plan mae stro en español. Meetings June 14, 2019 Stakeholder Meeting -, Presentation (96 MB), July 11, 2019 HASPA Meeting - , Presentation (32 MB), October 10, 2019 HASPA Meeting -, Presentation (11 MB), October 27, 2019 Shoreline Tour -, Storyboards (22 MB), October 28, 2019 Stakeholder Meeting -, Presentation (173 MB), January 9, 2020 HASPA Meeting -, Presentation (199 MB), April 9, 2020 HASPA Meeting -, Cancellation Notice (89 KB), May 5, 2020 City Council Work Session -, Presentation (9 MB), &, Staff Report (602 KB), July 9, 2020 HASPA Meeting -, Presentation (9 MB), October 8, 2020 HASPA Meeting -, Presentation (15 MB), October 22, 2020 Planning Commission Work Session -, Presentation (10 MB), &, Staff Report (270 KB), &, Minutes (390 KB), January 14, 2021 HASPA Meeting -, Presentation (5 MB), February 16, 2021 City Council Adoption -, Presentation (8 MB), &, Staff Report (721 KB), &, Resolution (135 KB) , Drafts and Supporting Documentation, Background Report (105 MB), - June 14, 2019: This report provides a project overview including history of the area and existing conditions., Appendix A (58 MB), - June 14, 2019: This document includes the results of an online survey and stakeholder interviews., Data Collection & Sea Level Rise Mapping Report (6 MB), - November 26, 2019: This report describes the data sources and the approach used to update inundation maps., Adaptation Strategies Report (250 MB), - February 21, 2020: This report details adaptation strategies for the project area. , Draft Design Alternatives (11 MB), - March 31, 2020: This draft report outlines three design alternatives for the shoreline. Previous Studies In 2010, HASPA completed a Preliminary Study of the Effect of Sea Level Rise on the Resources of the Hayward Shoreline . In 2011 through 2013, HASPA partnered with the Bay Conservation and Development Commission’s Adapting to Rising Tides (ART) Program to conduct a Resilience Study which…
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Here are some frequently asked questions about applying for your U.S. Passport. For more information, visit, https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html
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The Environmental Services Division leads the City's sustainability efforts. Green and sustainable practices are a top priority for Hayward's City Council and we strive to incorporate environmental stewardship in all aspects of the City's work and throughout the community. , Clean Water, - Our team prevents trash and toxic chemicals from getting into our bay and wastewater. Learn more about these programs to keep our bay clean ., Sustainability, - Our team implements the City's Climate Action Plan and provides staff support to the Council Sustainability Committee . Learn more about Hayward's Climate Action Plan , renewable energy, and energy efficiency programs., Solid Waste and Recycling, - Our team manages the City's contract with Waste Management of Alameda County and Tri-CED Recycling. Our goal is to minimize the amount of trash that goes to the landfill by making it easy to reduce, reuse, recycle, and rot. Learn more about the four R’s . Awards and Recognitions 2019 CDP recognizes Hayward with an 'A' grade for its global leadership in environmental action 2016 Acterra Award …
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Tree lined street on an overcast day Wrapped up the largest roadway repair, resurfacing and rehabilitation project in City history covering 317 street segments Improved 206 of 657 lane miles of city roadway, added and improved 17.6 miles of bike lanes, and upgraded curb ramps and crosswalks citywide Improved Hayward’s average Pavement Condition Index (PCI) from 66 to 70, raising the City’s rating…
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