City of Pismo Beach
760 Mattie Road
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Ph: (805) 773-4657
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The following is a list of questions frequently asked by citizens. You may search for specific words or phases, or shorten the list by selecting a specific category.
Building
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The issuance of a building permit ensures that appropriate plans have been reviewed and the resulting construction is inspected to satisfy local, State and Federal requirements to safeguard the public health, welfare and safety. These requirements include building construction codes for fire and earthquake safety, energy conservation codes, and zoning codes. |
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Depending on the scope of work proposed, it could be an over-the-counter permit or take up to six weeks or longer depending on Design Professionals. The Building Division’s goal is for a 10-day turnaround for the first review and 5-day turnaround for each additional review. |
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The term “Owner-Builder” can mean three different things: 1)“Owner as Worker”, 2)“Owner as Contractor” or 3)“Owner as Employer”. For important information you need to know BEFORE pulling your permit please visit the Owner-Builder web page.
http://www.pismobeach.org/index.asp?NID=436 |
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No. Your work will be limited to the area(s) shown on the approved plans. For example: If you modernize the kitchen with new wiring, you would not be required to re-wire the entire house. |
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Not necessarily. It depends on the complexity of the work done and whether or not it meets City standards and codes. Please contact us to discuss your particular situation. |
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Yes, please contact our Public Works Department at (805) 773-4656 for more information. |
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Property owners who build or remodel structures without obtaining the necessary permits are in violation of the Uniform Building Codes and various ordinances. They may be required to remove the structure. Unless the structure is removed, approvals are still required. Upon sale of the property, you must disclose any work that has been done without the benefit of required permits. This could jeopardize the sale of your property. |
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It depends on the type of project being permitted. Fees tend to be job specific, usually provoking more questions than answers. If you wish to get an estimate specific to your project, please call the office at (805) 773-7040. |
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Call the office at (805) 773-7040 to get a status. |
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Most of these are over-the-counter permits. You will need to bring a completed Building Permit application into the Building Division. Building Permit Application |
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Green buildings are those built using innovative building techniques to reduce energy and water usage while still providing a high level of economic, engineering and environmental performance. Additional information on green buildings can be obtained from www.slogreenbuild.org. or U.S. Green Building Council |
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◘ 2007 California Building Code (Volumes 1 and 2)
◘ 2007 California Mechanical Code
◘ 2007 California Plumbing Code
◘ 2007 California Electrical Code
◘ 2007 California Energy Code
◘ 2007 California Historical Building Code
◘ 2007 California Existing Building Code
◘ 2006 International Property Maintenance CodeThe new codes will be effective January 1, 2008 and will govern all projects that are submitted for plan check on or after the effective date. Permit applications that have been submitted and paid plan check fees prior to January 1, 2008 will be reviewed and permitted under the 2001 California Codes as long as the plan check has not expired. |
Business License
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Pick up an Application in person at the Finance Office at City Hall (760 Mattie Road), download an application from the Website, or request by phone (805) 773-4655 or mail that an application be mailed or faxed to you. In addition to a regular license to do business within the City there is a Contractor Business License and a Special Events Business License. Business License Application |
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Fees vary depending on type of business. For many retail and services businesses, the annual fee is based on the amount of Gross Receipts. A Home Occupation Permit is required if the business is conducted from a home in Pismo Beach. The fee for the Home Occupation Permit is $100.00. |
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Every business conducted from a home in the City of Pismo Beach must first get a Home Occupation Permit (from the City’s Planning Department). Then submit the completed Home Occupation Permit to Finance as part of the application for a City business license. Home Occupation Permit |
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Pick up an Application in person at the Planning Department at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, download an application from the Document Center at the City Website, request one to mailed or faxed to you by calling (805) 773-4658. The fee for the Home Occupation Permit is $100.00. Document Center |
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Usually, Business Licenses are mailed about a week after receipt of a complete application (including payment). |
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In addition to a regular license to do business within the City there is a Special Events Business License. This application is for use by vendors with no permanent place of business in the City of Pismo beach, and includes vendors who may do business only on selected days. Fees vary depending on one-time use, 6- or 12-month application. Business License for Special Events |
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Once you have a Business License, the City will automatically mail a renewal notice to the mailing address of record about thirty (30) days before the expiration date. If you do not receive a renewal notice before the expiration date, please contact the Finance Department. Failure to receive a renewal notice does not relieve the business owner of responsibility for renewing the business license - nor is it grounds for waiving any penalties due. |
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A business license is not transferable. The license is terminated when business ownership changes. The new owner will be responsible for obtaining his/her own business license. |
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Fictitious business names are filed with the County of San Luis Obispo County Records Office in the City of San Luis Obispo. To contact the Records office, call (805) 781-5088 or visit their web page at www.slocounty.ca.gov. SLO Clerk-Recorder |
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To obtain a Seller's Permit, contact the State Board of Equalization at (800) 400-7115, or visit their web site at www.boe.ca.gov. State Board of Equalization |
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Yes. All persons or businesses doing work within the City limits are required to obtain a City of Pismo Beach business license. To verify if the person you hired has a business license, call (805) 773-4655. |
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The City does not handle complaints about unfair business practice or poor service. If the complaint is regarding unfair business practice or poor service, contact the Better Business Bureau at (562) 216-9240 or visit their website at www.labbb.org. Better Business Bureau |
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All complaints against contractors are handled through the Contractors State License Board. they can be reached at (800) 321-2752, or visit their website at www.cslb.ca.gov. Contractors State License Board |
City Attorney
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David Fleishman is the City Attorney for Pismo Beach. He has represented nearly 40 cities and other local public agencies during the course of his career. He has been City Attorney since November 2003. The City Attorney's Office provides legal service to the City Council, agencies, boards, departments, and offices in the City of Pismo Beach. The City Attorney is selected by, and answerable to the City Council. |
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No. The City Attorney does not represent Pismo Beach residents in private legal matters, although as a contract city attorney, the City Attorney may have clients other than the City of Pismo Beach, provided such representation does not constitute a conflict of interest. |
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To file a claim against the City, you must serve the claim, either by mail or personal delivery, at the:
City Clerk's Office
760 Mattie Road
Pismo Beach, CA 93449. To obtain a claim form, you may contact the City Clerk by mail or by calling (805) 773-7003. Neither the City Attorney nor any other City employee can render you legal advice on your claim. You may wish to consult with your own attorney to determine your legal rights. |
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Hard copies of codes or particular ordinances can be obtained by contacting the City Clerk office at (805) 773-4657. Pismo Beach Municipal Code |
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The City Attorney maintains regular office hours at City Hall on a weekly basis. Should you feel that a meeting with the City Attorney is necessary, please contact the City Clerk's office at (805) 773-7003 for further informaiton. |
City Clerk
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Agendas are available on the Friday prior to the Tuesday meeting and are available on the website by visiting www.pismobeach.org/agenda. You can also pick up a copy of the Council agenda at the City Clerk’s Office located at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach. Agenda & Minutes |
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Staff reports are available once they have been distributed to the Council, generally on the Friday before the Tuesday meeting. Staff reports can be viewed by clicking on the “Meetings Online” tab to the left of any webpage or on the website’s Document Center. Once in the Document Center select the City Council document folder. Document Center |
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Resolutions and Ordinances are available on the website’s Document Center. Once in the Document Center select the City Council document folder. Document Center |
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Requests for public documents may be made through the City Clerk's Office in person, in writing, by phone or by Access Pismo Beach. The City has 10 calendar days to respond and will advise the requestor, as to fee, if any, and availability of those records for inspection or photocopying. Access Pismo Beach |
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Access Pismo Beach is an easy way to send your questions, complaints and compliments directly to the City staff person who can help you. We hope you enjoy this service and we look forward to getting back to you. Access Pismo Beach |
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You can attend the meeting in person, watch the meeting live on Tuesdays, beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Charter Communications Ch. 20, watch the recorded meeting daily during meeting weeks on Charter Communications Ch. 20 at 9:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m., and 1:00 a.m. or view the meeting live on the City’s website using our video streaming module. Our video streaming module also features archives of past meeting. Meetings Online |
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You can purchase a DVD of a City Council meeting by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 773-4657. You may also view the City Council meeting on our website through the steaming media archive. Meetings Online |
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City Council elections are held on the first Tuesday of November in even-numbered years. The next election is scheduled for November 2010. Each candidate must be a resident of the City and a registered voter. Election Information |
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The City does not issue marriage licenses. Licenses may be obtained from the San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder’s Office located at 1055 Monterey Street, Suite D120, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. The telephone number is (805) 781-5080. SLO Clerk-Recorder |
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Yes, with certain restrictions: Attendees are limited to 50 people of less; Area can not be reserved, roped or sectioned off; Set up of tables and/or chairs are not allowed. Areas are available on a "first come first serve" basis. A permit is not required. Please call the City Clerk's Department at (805) 773-7003 for additional information. |
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Please contact the City's Planning Department at (805) 773-4658. |
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Generally speaking no. However, if the event will be large scale you might want to call the City Clerk at (805) 773-7003 to be sure. Certain elements, parades, runs, etc. for example, require a City permit. Special Event Application |
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Yes. The City Clerk’s Office is one of 9,000 passport acceptance facilities. You will need to apply in person if you are applying for a U.S. passport for the first time: if your expired U.S. passport is not in your possession; if your previous U.S. passport has expired and was issued more than 15 years ago; if your previous U.S. passport was issued when you were under age 16; or if your currently valid U.S. passport has been lost or stolen.
For more information on getting a new passport, please visit the Department of State website.
Department of State - Passport Infomation |
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Unfortunately City Hall can not process passport renewals. Renewals are done by mail. However you can only renew your passport if: Your most recent passport is available to submit and it is not damaged; you received the passport within the past 15 years; you were over age 16 when it was issued; you still have the same name, or can legally document your name change. You can get a passport renewal application form by downloading it from the Department of State website. If your passport has been, altered or damaged, you cannot apply by mail. You must apply in person. Department of State - Passport Renewal Infomation |
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The San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder handles these services. The Clerk-Record’s office is located at 1055 Monterey Street, Suite D120, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. The telephone number is (805) 781-5080. SLO Clerk-Recorder |
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The Clam Chronicle is published quarterly and is mailed at no cost to all Pismo Beach postal customers. Past issues are available on the City’s Archive Center. Archive Center |
City Council
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The regular meeting schedule is the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 5:30 pm. However, these schedules can vary, so you may check with the City Clerk's Office, or access the City’s calendar. City's Calendar |
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Yes, the public may address the City Councilmembers at meetings. You will need to complete a speaker slip and hand it to the City Clerk at the start of the meeting. |
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Please provide your request in writing to the City Clerk or by Access Pismo Beach. Generally, the City only issues resolutions and proclamations for matters that particularly pertain to the City of Pismo Beach; however, the City Clerk and/or the City Manager will review your request and determine whether the Council will issue a proclamation or resolution. It is helpful to provide copies of proclamations and resolutions either from other years, or other municipalities in California that have supported your request. Access Pismo Beach |
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Access Pismo Beach is an easy way to send your questions, complaints and compliments directly to the City staff person who can help you. We hope you enjoy this service and we look forward to getting back to you. Access Pismo Beach |
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No, the City Councilmembers are elected at-large and represent the entire City. |
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The City of Pismo Beach is a General Law City. |
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The City Councilmembers are non-partisan. |
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Invitations should be sent as early as possible to the attention of the City Council as a whole, or to an individual Councilmember, to 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. |
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The general public may schedule an appointment with an individual councilmember by contacting them directly. Contact information is available on the Council home page. If you would like to speak to the entire Council at one time, you may speak for a timed, 3-minute period during the Public Comments portion of the City Council meeting. Council Contact Information |
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A home improvement grant program for low to moderate income homeowners has been established by the Pismo Beach Redevelopment Agency. Many minor home improvements can be achieved with the program for homeowners, including mobile homes. Check out the attached brochure for more information, or call the Economic Opportunity Commission at 541-4122, extension 10. Brochure |
Downtown Paid Parking
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• To better manage parking
• To provide funding for parking projects and maintenance
• To eliminate general taxpayer funding of parking projects
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• To centralize the issuance of parking receipts
• To eliminate the need to maintaining hundreds of individual parking meters
• Centralized Parking Pay Stations offer more payment options
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• The Parking Pay Stations are located throughout the paid parking areas of downtown
• Parking Pay Stations are marked with specialized signage noting the locations
• Refer to the enclosed map, for the exact locations
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• Insert Coins or Credit Card/Debit Card. Time may be purchased in 1-hour increments with card(s) and various amounts of time with coins.
• Paid Parking can be bought up to 8 hours maximum and can be pre-purchased before the operating hours of 10:00am to 6:00 pm.
• Once you have decided on the amount of parking time and paid your amount, press the green button and a receipt will be issued to you. This parking receipt needs to be displayed face-up on the right side of your dash to confirm your purchase.
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• Paid Parking is enforced from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm everyday, including week-ends and holidays.
• Parking prior to 10:00 am and after 6:00 pm is FREE!
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• Park before or after the enforcement hours.
• Park farther from the downtown area, where free parking along city streets can be found.
• Park off-street in private parking areas or dirt lots available to the public. Do not park on private land, if so marked.
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City of Pismo Beach – Parking Division
585 Dolliver Street (at the corner of Dolliver & Hinds)
Pismo Beach, CA. 93449
805-773-7451 voice
805-773-1725 fax
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Yes. Per Assembly Bill 190 the City allows free use of metered public parking for “Qualified Veterans” who possess certain issued license plates on the registered owners automobiles. These qualified veteran license plates include:
*Pearl Harbor Survivors
*Legion of Valor Recipients
*Prisoner of War Veterans
*Congressional Medal of Honor Awardees
*Purple Heart Medal Recipients This law was enacted by the State as a way of demonstrating continuing appreciation for the sacrifices and contributions made by these special veterans and extended to the surviving spouses of these veterans who continue to display these identified special plates. NOTE: This bill does NOT include the special issue “Veterans Organizations” issued plates, which any veteran can apply for and receive. Qualified veterans could park in any parking spot within the City of Pismo Beach Paid Parking area for the complete day without having to pay for parking. Please keep in mind this law is for “metered parking” only, and has no effect on free; but timed locations.
Paid Parking Area Map |
Engineering
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Most of this information can be accessed at the Engineering Department counter. The City typically has accurate information on sewer and water mains and public right of way. The City also has some records indicating location of onsite water and sewer laterals and private property lines. |
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Please refer to the Capital Improvement Program Report. The City prepares a Capital Improvement Program each year. Capital Improvement Program |
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You can contact Public Works at (805)773-7053 for assistance. After hours you can contact dispatch at (805)773-2208. However the homeowner or resident is responsible for protection of their own property. |
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South County Sanitary is responsible for the City's garbage collection. You may call (805)489-4246 for assistance. |
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Submit a request in writing to the Traffic Safety Committee, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 and they will determine if a stop sign is warranted. |
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Submit a request in writing to the Traffic Safety Committee, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 and they will determine if a red curb is warranted. |
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In residential neighborhoods residents are responsible for their own sidewalk repair. Please contact the Engineering Department at (805)773-4656 prior to starting work. In commercial areas the City maintains the sidewalks therefore please call (805)773-7053 for assistance. |
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Contact the Department of Fish & Game at the Marine Mammal Center (805)771-8300. |
General
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City Hall is located at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. Traveling from 101 South, take the Shell Beach exit, turn right onto Mattie Road.
Traveling from 101 North, take the Shell Beach exit, turn left onto Mattie Road.
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Access Pismo Beach is an easy way to send your questions, complaints and compliments directly to the City staff person who can help you. We hope you enjoy this service and we look forward to getting back to you. Access Pismo Beach |
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Resolutions and Ordinances are available on the website’s Document Center. Once in the Document Center select the City Council document folder. Document Center |
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If you notice an outage, call the Public Works Department at (805) 773-7053 or by Access Pismo Beach. |
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The City appreciates your help in alerting us to graffiti problems in our community. If you observe graffiti in the City, please note the location and call the Public Works Department at (805) 7058 or by Access Pismo Beach. |
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The cable TV provider in the City of Pismo Beach is Charter Communications. Charter Communications customer service office can be reached by calling (805) 544-2688. Charter Communications |
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You may call the Finance Department at (805) 773-4655 Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Water & Sewer Service |
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ROUTE #1 Swept every Monday
All streets west of Hwy 101 bet. Addie and Bay, Price, Dolliver and Cypress (excluding stub streets running into freeway)ROUTE #2 Swept the 1st Friday every other month
Shell Beach Rd, (Dolliver to El Portal). Incl. Indio, El Portal, Prado, Bonita, Encanto, Topaz, El Dorado, Florin, Hermosa, Shoreline, Terrace, Spyglass, Solano, Franklin, Wilmar, Harbor View, Sea Ridge Court, Beachcomber, Ebb Tide, Silver Shoals ROUTE #3 Swept the 2nd Friday of every other month
Oak Park Heights, Oak Park Rd, James Way, 4th St, Pacific Estates Subdiv., Pismo Oaks Subdiv., Mid Coast Land Co., Ventana Del Mar Subdiv., Sea View Estates, and Vista Pacifica ROUTE #4 Swept the 3rd Friday of every other month
Shell Beach area, Vista Del Mar to Cliff, Shell Beach Rd to Ocean Blvd. (Excluding Shell Beach Rd), Seacliff, Coburn, Paddock, Baker, Ruby Ct, Naomi ROUTE #5 Swept the 4th Friday of every other month
Pismo Heights, all streets east of Hwy 101 between railroad tracks and Wadsworth/Longview ROUTE #6 Swept every Wednesday and Friday
Dolliver St from Price to Pismo Creek, Price from Dolliver to Hwy 101, Wadsworth St from Bello to Cypress, Pomeroy St from Price to Pier Parking Lot, Hinds St from Bello to Pier Parking Lot, Cypress St from Addie to Main, Ocean View Ave from Price to Dolliver **PIER PLAZA PARKING LOT & ADDIE ST. PARKING LOT- SWEPT EVERY MON, WED & FRI**
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Volunteer opportunities exist in many areas of the City including the Police Department, the Fire Department, and the Recreation Department. Every effort to help is appreciated, but we are particularly in need of volunteers who are able to work a set schedule on a regular basis. If you would like to volunteer for the City, please contact the Department in which you are interested. Another way to volunteer for the City is by serving on a board or commission. Please contact the City Clerk’s office at (805) 773-7003 to learn about current vacancies.
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Temperatures range year round from the high 50’s to the high 70’s. Gusty afternoon wind and morning coastal fog are prevalent in the spring and summer months. |
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A home improvement grant program for low to moderate income homeowners has been established by the Pismo Beach Redevelopment Agency. Many minor home improvements can be achieved with the program for homeowners, including mobile homes. Check out the attached brochure for more information, or call the Economic Opportunity Commission at 541-4122, extension 10. Brochure |
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It is unlawful to scatter human ashes within the City of Pismo Beach. Sattering of ashes need to be made 3 miles out to sea. There are private charters who service the Pacific Coast area including Pismo Beach, Avila Beach and Morro Bay whom offer sea burial service to the public.
Ashes on the Sea: (877)277-2799
Affordable Sea Burial: (888)908-8800Burial at Sea is regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Any calls regarding this issue would be best handled by the EPA. EPA Website |
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San Luis Obispo County IWMA has instituted a mandatory "Take-Back Sharps" ordinance that requires any pharmacy inside the county that sells sharps to take them back from the public for FREE. With help of grant funding, we supply local pharmacies with sharps containers to give out FREE to the public. Currently, there are 44 pharmacy drop-off locations found throughout the County. [Additional Infromation] |
Home
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City Hall is located at:
760 Mattie Road
Pismo Beach, CA 93449Traveling from 101 South, take the Shell Beach exit, turn right onto Mattie Road.
Traveling from 101 North, take the Shell Beach exit, turn left onto Mattie Road. |
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Resolutions and Ordinances are available on the website’s Document Center. Once in the Document Center select the City Council document folder. Document Center |
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The City appreciates your help in alerting us to graffiti problems in our community. If you observe graffiti in the City, please note the location and call the Public Works Department at (805) 773-4656
or by Access Pismo Beach. Access Pismo Beach |
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A home improvement grant program for low to moderate income homeowners has been established by the Pismo Beach Redevelopment Agency. Many minor home improvements can be achieved with the program for homeowners, including mobile homes. Check out the attached brochure for more information, or call the Economic Opportunity Commission at 541-4122, extension 10.
Brochure |
Human Resources
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Recruitments for both full and part positions will be posted on the website under Human Resources. Persons interested in receiving an email notification as position recruitments open, should sign up under Notify Me. Notify Me |
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Employment Applications can be obtained by downloading from the website or by contacting the Human Resource Department. Employment Application |
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No. The Human Resource Department requires your original signed application to be submitted. You can submit your application either in person or by mail to:
City Hall
760 Mattie Road
Pismo Beach, CA 93449 |
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No. A completed City application for a current recruitment must be received in the Department of Human Resources during the application dates. Resumes are welcome, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City application. |
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See the Employee Benefits page to view a complete list of employee benefits. Employee Benefits |
Lifeguard Program
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Yes, but it must be on a leash at all times. Pet owners must be responsible for cleaning up after their pet. Dogs are not permitted on the Pismo Pier. |
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The Dept of Animal Regulation should be contacted for further instruction. Their number is (805) 781-4400. |
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No. Camping is not permitted on Pismo Beach proper but it is permitted just a few miles south on Pismo State Beach. Pismo Beach does have a large recreational vehicle park and campgrounds where camping is permitted. |
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Barbeques in hibachi or container-type barbeques are allowed on Pismo Beach. Open fires are not allowed on the beach. |
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Neither motor vehicles nor horses are permitted on Pismo Beach. However they are permitted a few miles to the south on Pismo State Beach. |
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Yes, but you must have a fishing license and must follow guidelines for size and quantity if you want to remove any from the beach. |
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Temperatures range year round from the high 50’s to the high 70’s. Gusty afternoon wind and morning coastal fog are prevalent in the spring and summer months. |
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No fishing license is required to fish off the pier. However if you plan to fish from the shoreline or from boat, a license is necessary. Also, if you are planning to park in the pier parking lot between the hours of 11:00 pm and 4:00 am in order to fish, you will need a parking pass, obtainable in the lobby of the Pismo Police Station on 1000 Bello Street. |
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San Luis Obispo Environmental Health Services takes ocean water samples at three separate locations near the City pier. Samples are analyzed for three types of indicator bacteria, which at sufficient concentrations indicate the potential presence of bacteria that may cause human illness. The results are compared to standards established by the State. If any of the State standards are not met, a Health Advisory is issued. A Health Advisory warns bathers to avoid water contact activities due to the presence of elevated levels of bacteria. An advisory spans fifty yards north and south of the area where the sample is collected. Beaches are posted with advisory signs and remain posted until sample results indicate that bacteria levels meet State standards. The website http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/PA.htm is updated when weekly sample results become available. This information is also available on our hotline (805) 788-3411.
San Luis Obispo Environmental Health Services |
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The City of Pismo Beach does offer a Junior Lifeguard program. For more information please email rhoward@pismobeach.org or call Michelle Pearson at 773-7031. |
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It is unlawful:
A. To ride or to use any surfboards, paddleboards or any similar objects made entirely or partially of wood, metal, glass, hard plastics or any other hard substance within one hundred feet of the pier;
B. To use any surfboard, paddleboard or similar object within the entire beach safety area in a manner that constitutes a hazard to any other person near or in the immediate vicinity of the person using said object;
C. To swim within one hundred feet of the pier;
D. To launch or operate jet skis within five hundred yards from the low mean tideline or within kelp beds and sensitive wildlife areas within the designated beach safety area of the city limits;
E. To fail or refuse to obey any reasonable command, order, instruction or direction of any police officer, fire safety personnel or lifeguard given in connection with or with reference to any use, operation, manipulation or handling of any board, surfboard, paddleboard, jet ski, etc.
F. Except for smoke generated by portable barbeques as authorized in Section 12.20.060, and except for ceremonial, religious or educational purposes, to smoke within the boundaries of the beach safety zone. As used in this subsection, “to smoke” means the carrying or holding of a lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other lighted smoking product or equipment used to burn any tobacco products, weed, plant, or any other combustible substance. Actions prohibited by this subsection include emitting or exhaling the fumes of any pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any other lighted smoking equipment used for burning any tobacco product, weed, plant, or any other combustible substance. A violation of this subsection is an infraction.
G. To dispose of cigarette butts, cigar butts, or any other smoking-related waste in the beach safety zone, except in any specifically designated smoking waste receptacle. (Ord. 07-02 § 2, 2007: Ord. 95-05 § 2 (part), 1995)
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Except for public agency training and rescue, it is unlawful for any person to dive or jump or in any manner propel themselves from any portion of the city pier at any time. (Ord. 95-05 § 2 (part), 1995) |
Parks & Halls
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No, but if you want to guarantee that area for your event you do have to reserve it. If not it is on a first-come-first-serve basis. |
Planning
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Typically, an applicant will consult with Planning Staff prior to submittal in order to determine the permit type and process for their project. After an initial meeting with Planning Staff, an applicant should fill out the appropriate application materials and submit a complete application package to the Planning Division. An applicant for a large residential or commercial project should consider going through the Conceptual Review process in order to allow staff/Planning Commission to informally review a proposed development and provide guidance before substantial commitments of time and money are made in the submission of an application. |
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Your property lines can be determined by a licensed surveyor completing a survey of your property. The City has plans that show your lot dimensions; however, you cannot determine the exact location of your lot lines without a survey of the property. The City does not recommend any specific surveyor or survey company. Please check your phone book for a list of surveyors. |
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You may contact the Building Department at (805) 773-7040 or the Planning Department at (805) 773-4658 to find out if we have a set of plans for your house/site/commercial building. |
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Permits are not required for flatwork or repaving of an existing driveway. However, if you propose to relocate the driveway, you must contact the Planning Division at (805) 773-4658 and the Engineering Division at (805) 773-4656. |
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Yes, Planning & Building Division approval is required. Contact the Planning Division at (805) 773-4658 and the Building Division at (805) 773-7040. |
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Please contact the Planning Division at (805) 773-4658 to obtain zoning information. |
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Once you obtain the zoning and General Plan designation for your property from the Planning Division, you can view our Zoning Codes to determine the permitted uses within your zoning district. Zoning Codes |
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Setback information can be obtained from the City’s Zoning Codes and from the Development Standard Handouts for the various Planning Areas in the City. You must know the zoning designation of your property in order to determine the setback information. Zoning information is available by contacting the Planning Division at (805) 773-4658. Planning Documents/Forms |
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See Current Projects of Interest or contact the Planning Division at (805) 773-4658 to obtain information on new development within the City. Current Projects |
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Building permits are required for all retaining walls. Building permit applications are available online from the Building Division. Generally, the maximum fence height permitted in the City is 6 feet within rear yards and 42-inches for front yard fencing. Building Division |
Police
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Yes, volunteer services are a vital part of the Pismo Beach Police Dept. Volunteers serve in various capacities throughout the department. Graduates of our Citizen Academy are eligible to become members of the Citizen Volunteer Patrol (CVP). CVPs perform tasks such as traffic control, vacation house checks, transportation of court documents, and much more. Currently the Pismo Beach Police Department has 13 volunteers. If you would like more information about the volunteer opportunities that exist within the department, please contact Police Administration at (805) 773-7029. |
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Yes, but it must be on a leash at all times. Pet owners must be responsible for cleaning up after their pet. Dogs are not permitted on the Pismo Pier. |
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The Dept of Animal Regulation should be contacted for further instruction. Their number is (805) 781-4400. |
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You can contact the Dept of Animal Regulation. Their number is (805) 781-4400. |
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No. Camping is not permitted on Pismo Beach proper but it is permitted just a few miles south on Pismo State Beach. Pismo Beach does have a large recreational vehicle park and campgrounds where camping is permitted. |
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Barbeques in hibachi or container-type barbeques are allowed on Pismo Beach. Open fires are not allowed on the beach. |
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Neither motor vehicles nor horses are permitted on Pismo Beach. However they are permitted a few miles to the south on Pismo State Beach. |
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Yes, but you must have a fishing license and must follow guidelines for size and quantity if you want to remove any from the beach. |
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Temperatures range year round from the high 50’s to the high 70’s. Gusty afternoon wind and morning coastal fog are prevalent in the spring and summer months. |
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Yes, we will do ink prints for a fee of $10.00. No appointment is necessary but you must come in between the business hours of 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Live Scan is offered at the Police Department. The fee is $12.00, Department of Justice fees vary. Live Scan is done by appointment only on Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. |
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The Pismo Beach Police Department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Administrative Business Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday.
Records Bureau Hours: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday – Friday.
Property Room Hours: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday – Thursday. (Property is released by appointment only.)
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The Pismo Beach Police Department is located at:
1000 Bello Street
Pismo Beach, CA 93449Driving Directions
Coming Northbound on Hwy 101
Exit Wadsworth, turn Right on Wadsworth, turn Right on Bello St. Coming Southbound on Hwy 101
Exit Pismo Beach/Hwy 1, turn Left on Price St., turn Left on Wadsworth, turn Right on Bello St.
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At this time the Pismo Beach Police Dept. does not give out its shoulder patches to collectors. We apologize for not being able to contribute to your collection. |
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Any non-profit organization which sells alcohol for an event will need to complete an Alcohol Use Application from the Pismo Beach Police Department which will be reviewed and signed by the Chief of Police. This application will then need to be submitted to the Dept of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) in San Luis Obispo located on 3220 S. Higuera St., Suite 305. For more information about alcohol sales or service, contact the ABC at (805) 543-7183. |
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Contact the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control at (805) 543-7183 for more information on obtaining a license to sell alcohol. |
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Initial request to carry a concealed weapon must be reviewed by the Chief of Police. Applicant will then need to complete a Police Dept. CCW application, a DOJ CCW application, be fingerprinted, obtain training with the weapon, have medical clearance, and pay applicable processing and fingerprint fees. Contact Police Administration at (805) 773-7029 for more information. |
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No fishing license is required to fish off the pier. However if you plan to fish from the shoreline or from boat, a license is necessary. Also, if you are planning to park in the pier parking lot between the hours of 11:00 pm and 4:00 am in order to fish, you will need a parking pass, obtainable in the lobby of the Pismo Police Station on 1000 Bello Street. |
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To obtain a permit to drive a taxi cab in Pismo Beach, you must do the following:
1. First obtain a taxi permit through the San Luis Police Dept or Arroyo Grande Police Dept. These agencies perform a full background and medical check before issuing a permit. Pismo Beach “piggybacks” on these checks and therefore does not need to conduct its own to issue you a permit.
2. Come to the Pismo Beach Police Dept between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Bring the following:
* Original, un-expired San Luis or Arroyo Grande taxi permit.
* Original, un-expired California Driver’s License.
* Two (2) color passport size current photographs.
* $57.60 processing fee.
3. Complete the Pismo Beach Taxi Permit Application. Upon review of all material submitted, the Chief of Police will authorize/deny a taxi permit with the City of Pismo Beach. The permit is good for one year.
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To ride along with a patrol officer, you must complete the Ride-Along Request form and submit it to the Police Department to be reviewed by the on-duty Watch Commander. Please specify what days/hours you would like to ride along. Ride-along requests are given priority to those who have a legitimate need to know more about law enforcement such as those applying for a position with the Police Department or students with a Criminal Law major. Ride-Along Application |
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Yes, tours can be arranged with the Administrative Secretary at (805) 773-7029. Tours can be tailored to the group’s interests. |
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Street closures may be set up for some special events. Street closures will be posted on the NewsFlash section of this website just prior to the event date. News Flash |
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Copies of reports are usually available 7-10 working days from the date the report was taken. There is a .20 cent charge per page for the report. |
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So we can assist you with the preparation of a Clearance Letter you will need to provide the following information: • Your current name
• Any previous names or nicknames you’ve used
• Your complete date of birth
• Your current address
• A phone number where you can be reached during normal business hours
• The name and address of the agency/company requesting the clearance.
• The length of time you have lived in Pismo Beach
You can receive this service in person or by mail.
If you report in person, expect a wait of no longer than 30 minutes. Please bring a copy of your current Driver’s license or State ID. If you make your request by mail you must send a signed letter which includes the above items in addition to a copy of an identification card that displays your signature. Please put ATTN: Records in the address on the envelope. You should receive your clearance letter within five days when applying by mail. The fee is $35.00 for each clearance letter. Fees may be paid by cash, check or money order (made payable to the City of Pismo Beach) |
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To have a "fix it ticket" signed off you will need to bring the ticket along with the vehicle to the Pismo Beach Police station. An officer will check the vehicle to verify the correction was made and sign off the citation. There is a fee of fifteen dollars ($15.00) for this service when signing off citations issued by other agencies. There is no fee for signing off Pismo Beach PD citations. The $15.00 fee is separate from all other fees and fines related to the citation. The $15.00 fee does NOT waive the citation fine. |
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Impounded vehicles are subject to $119.00 CASH ONLY fee for the release which is paid to the Pismo Beach Police Department. Towing and storage charges are to be paid to the towing company and are separate from this charge. Vehicle Releases can be made ONLY to the registered owner of the vehicle. If the registered owner is unlicensed, they must bring a licensed driver with them to take possession of the vehicle. If the registered owner is unable to retrieve the vehicle, they must give written permission to the individual picking up the vehicle that is signed by a notary public. 30 day impounds are subject to the approval of the on duty Watch Commander to be released prior to 30 days. |
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On November 4, 2008, the People of the State of California approved Proposition 9, the Victims’ Bill of Rights Act of 2008: Marsy’s Law. This measure amended the California Constitution to provide additional rights to victims. This card contains specific sections of the Victims’ Bill of Rights and resources. Crime victims may obtain additional information regarding Marsy’s Law and local Victim Witness Assistance Center information by contacting the Victims of Crime Resource Center at 1-800-Victims or 1-800-842-8467. Victims' Rights Webpage |
Public Works
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Although there are many reasons for a sewer malfunction, if you advise the City that you are experiencing problems, they will investigate and ascertain whether or not it is related to the sewer main. If it is not a malfunction on the part of the City, the property owner is responsible for any problems from the lateral to the main. |
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The City of Pismo Beach provides a limited number of sandbags for our citizen’s flood control needs. They are available outside of the Corporation Yard located at 550 Frady Lane, off Pacific Coast Highway/Dolliver (next to the baseball fields). Sandbags are also available at most hardware and farm supply stores. Bring a shovel and be prepared to fill your own bags. |
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Road areas that may be dangerous to pedestrians and vehicles should be reported immediately to the Streets Division at (805) 773-7053. A temporary repair will be made followed by a permanent repair as soon as possible. |
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PG&E does repairs to streetlights. You have three options available for reporting problems.
- Call the City at (805) 773-4656 (we will advise PG&E).
- Call PG&E toll free at (800) 743-5000
- Fill out a form online at PG & EYou will need to have the street address closest to the pole in addition to the pole number, which is located 7' above the bottom of the pole. Report Streetlight Problem to PG&E |
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If a Water or Wastewater emergency occurs after regular business hours (Monday - Friday, 7:30 am -4:00 pm), contact police dispatch at (805) 773-2208 and report the problem. Standby personnel will be contacted by dispatch and respond to the emergency. |
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Surface Water: Lopez Lake – The City is entitled to receive 896 acre feet per year, approximately 292 millon gallons of water. State Water: The City is entitled to receive 1100 acre feet per year, approximately 358 million gallons. Groundwater: Arroyo Grande Aquifer – The City is entitled to extract 700 acre feet per year, approximately 228 million gallons of water. |
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Chlorine and or ammonia are used as a disinfectant in the drinking water to maintain a disinfectant residual. Note: If you own fish you need to remove ammonia & chlorine from the water in the aquarium before fish are put in it, it is recommended that you talk to your pet supply for the correct treatment of the water for your fish. |
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The City’s responsibility for maintaining water service lines ends at the water meter, the customer is responsible for the line on the customer side of the meter. |
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The City’s responsibility for service laterals to backflow devices ends at the customer’s property line or before the first above ground isolation valve to the backflow device if it is in the City’s right of way. |
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No fluoride is added to any of the City’s water supply, although there is some naturally accruing fluoride in the water, it is recommended that you see your Dentist for any supplemental fluoride treatment that may be needed for proper dental protection. |
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The City samples the drinking water on a regular basis pursuant to California Department of Health Services and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agencies requirements. |
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A copy of the C.C.R. can be obtained at City Hall in the Engineering Department; the C.C.R. has information in it about sampling of all sources of water and other pertinent information pertaining to the City’s water system for the full calendar year. The C.C.R. for each calendar year is mailed to every resident in the City by July 1st of each year. |
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The City is responsible for the sewer main only. The customer is responsible for the sewer lateral from their building to the main. |
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In residential areas, trees and all plant material in parkways are the responsibility of the homeowners for whose residential property boundaries abut the parkway(s). (City Municipal Code section 12.12). In commercial areas, the City Public Works Parks Division will maintain all street trees and plant material in business/commercial-zoned parkways. Tree Policy |
Recreation
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Yes. Online registration opens 2 to 5 days before walk-in registration, which means participants who register online receive first priority. However the software company that provides this service charges a small convenience fee. However, the City offers a 4% discount on your online registration to help offset the convenience fee. On-line Registration |
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Although the convenience of this system provides is worth the 6% additional cost, the City wants to ensure it is available to as many people as possible, so the discount will cover a portion of the 6% convenience fee registrants are charged to use this online system. |
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Using the online registration service click on "Request Account", fill in all requested information, and pick a login name and password. On-line Registration |
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Yes, using the online registration the "My Account" feature allows you to view a detailed list of your past transactions with the Pismo Beach Recreation Division. Just login, click the My Account button, and select Account Detail to view the receipt and/or print it out for your records. On-line Registration |
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No, but if you want to guarantee that area for your event you do have to reserve it. If not it is on a first come first serve basis. Reservations can be made through the Parks & Halls Department at 773-7039 Parks & Halls |
Risk Management
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In the event you believe the City has caused damage to your personal property or bodily harm, you have the right to file a “claim” against the City for damages. To file a claim against the City, you must serve the claim, either by mail or personal delivery, at the City Clerk's Office, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. To obtain a claim form, you may contact the City Clerk by mail or by calling (805) 773-7003. You can also download the claim from the City’s website. Liability Claim Form |
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State law requires claims against the City to be submitted on an official Pismo Beach claim form. Claim forms are available through the City Clerk by mail or by calling (805) 773-7003. You can also download the claim. The claim form should be completed with the most detailed and specific information available. Incomplete claim forms will be returned to the claimant as insufficient. Liability Claim Form |
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The claim is forwarded to the City's claim adjuster for handling. The claim adjuster will contact the claimant to discuss the claim and determine damages. The adjuster recommends to the City if the claim should be accepted or denied. |
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No, small claims court is part of the San Luis Obispo Superior Court. However, a person must have filed a claim with the City, and their claim must have been rejected by the City, before filing an action with the small claims court. |
Utility Services
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A Water & Sewer Service Application must be filled out and can be submitted in various ways to establish utility services. In Person: Apply at the Finance Department, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach. Mail: Mail the application for service along with the appropriate fees to: Finance Department, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449.
Drop Box: The City's night drop box is located in the parking lot at City Hall. Fax: Property Owners may transmit the application for service via facsimile. However, Tenants may not because a refundable deposit of $180.00 must be submitted at the same time as a completed application. The City requires 24-hours advance notice to establish service. The City does not conduct business on Saturdays, Sundays, or major holidays. All requests for service must be received by close of business on Thursday for service to be available for the weekend. Water & Sewer Service Application |
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Utility services can be terminated by contacting the Finance Department at (805) 773-4655 and requesting the date that service is to be terminated. There is also a 24-hour advance notice required for the termination service. |
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Payment is due for your utility bill for water and sewer 30 days from the billing date shown on your regular bill. If payment is not made by this date, the bill becomes delinquent and a Delinquent Notice including penalties and interest is generated and mailed. |
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MAIL your payment to: City of Pismo Beach, Finance Department, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 NIGHT DROP BOX: Deposit payment in the Night Drop Box located in the City Hall parking lot. PAY IN PERSON - Cash and check payments are accepted in the Finance Department. AUTOMATIC PAYMENT SERVICE- Utility bill is paid automatically from your checking account on the due date stated on the bill. Please call (805) 773-4655 to receive an application to sign up for City of Pismo Beach Automatic Payment Service. PAY ON-LINE - The City of Pismo Beach has partnered with Official Payments to offer payment of utility services over the Internet using the on-line payment service. PAY BY PHONE - Official Payments also offers a convenient payment service via telephone. If you prefer to make your payment using your touch-tone telephone, please call toll-free at 1-800-2PAY-TAXsm (1-800-272-9829). At the prompt, enter Jurisdiction Code 1567.
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Yes, as part of our commitment to provide citizens with efficient, convenient service, the City of Pismo Beach has partnered with Official Payments to offer payment of utility services over the Internet using the on-line payment service and by telephone by calling 1-800-2PAY-TAXsm (1-800-272-9829). Credit Cards Accepted:
American Express®, Discover®, Master Card®, and Visa® credit and debit cards are accepted. A small Convenience Fee applies On-line Payment Service Information |
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The City of Pismo Beach has partnered with Official Payments to offer payment of utility services over the Internet. Unfortunately viewing your utility bill on-line is not available at this time. On-line Payment Service |
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Yes. The City offers a service called "Auto-Pay". You may sign up for Auto Pay at the time or anytime after you establish service. Auto Pay is an automatic withdrawal program for your bi-monthly utility bill. You receive a copy of the bill, but your bank pays it for you with funds in your checking account. Payments are made on the due date shown on your bill. It will take at least two billing cycles to initiate the withdrawal of funds from your bank. |
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Water meters are read bi-monthly, for an average billing cycle of approximately 60 days. The utility bill includes fixed charges and charges for water consumption. The fixed charges include the following: Water Meter Service Charge (by Meter Size) $29.20
Sewer Charge (Flat Rate) $68.28
Water Usage Fee (Varies per amount used—this example is 10 HCF of usage) $19.40
Total Bill: $116.88 Meter sizes have been determined by either a contractor or the building department and cannot be reduced to a smaller size. Sewer commercial: According to classification. Call the Building Department at (805) 773-7040 for details. The Water Meter Service Charge is charged upon all City water users to help pay for the cost of maintenance of the water mains, pump stations, equipment and water reservoir systems. |
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See “What is a Delinquent Notice?”. The returned check and a $25.00 returned check fee must be paid in cash or money order only. Failure to pay for the NSF check and returned check fee will result in water service being terminated. The amount of the returned check and the returned check fee must be paid before service is restored. The service will be restored on the date the fees are paid if payment is received by 3:00 P.M., otherwise service cannot be restored until the next day. |
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No. The City reads the water meters according to a route-reading schedule – currently . This schedule fixes the time the meters are read and the utility bill is prepared and sent to the customer. |
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A Delinquent Notice is issued if payment has not been received by the due date originally shown on the regular bill. The Delinquent Notice includes penalty and interest charges and will show a new due date -approximately 10 days from the original billing due date. If the bill remains unpaid a shut-off notice will be hung on your door with a deadline for payment. If the bill remains unpaid after the deadline the water will be shut off. There is a $30.00 shut-off fee if your account is locked out due to non-payment. |
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Your account was closed with an unpaid balance and sent to a collection agency to pursue collection of payment of the debt. |
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You must wait until the next business day. Pay your past due balance, plus a Lock Out Fee of $30.00, and your service will be restored. |
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No. Because a deposit is required for each location, any deposit you have on your account will be applied to your balance when you close your account. |
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Meter reading is performed by a contract meter reading company. Meters are read approximately the same date bi-monthly in accordance with a route reading schedule. The date can vary between 3 and 5 days depending on City Holidays or unforeseen circumstances. |
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Yes. The Finance Department will have the meter read and re-checked for any errors. At that time, the meter will also be checked for malfunctions and leaks. |
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No, the City owns the meter. The service charge based upon water meter size is based upon all City water users to help pay for the cost of maintenance of the water mains, pump stations, equipment, and water reservoir systems. |
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You can request a hydrant meter by calling or coming into the office. You must obtain a permit and complete an application for water service. There is a $1,000.00 refundable fee and a $65.00 non-refundable fee, for a total of $1,065.00. Contact the Building Department at (805) 773-7040 for more information. Hydrant Meter Service Application |
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Trash services are not provided by the City of Pismo Beach. Please contact South County Sanitation District at (805) 489-4246 to establish trash services. |
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No. Please call South County Sanitation at (805) 489-4246 or Eco Solutions at (805) 481-9213. |
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City of Pismo Beach Municipal Code 8.12.100, Collection Mandatory reads as follows: “A. Solid waste disposal service, subject to the limitations noted in this chapter will be provided by the city through its contract agent and it shall be mandatory for all places and premises in the city through its contract agent and it shall be mandatory for all places and premises in the city in or on which garbage or other solid waste is created, accumulated or produced to use the city’s collection service; provided, however, that there may be joint or multiple used of solid waste containers, subject to conditions established by the city.”
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