Wells and Borings

The EH&S Groundwater Protection program assists the campus in determining when permits are necessary and coordinating permits, installations, and well closures.

FAQs

Do I need to obtain a permit for drilling activities on UC property?

What is the intent of the permit requirements?

What information/documents must be submitted for a permit?

Who prepares submittals to the agency for a permit?

When must a permitted well or soil boring be closed?

What will be the cost of this permit for my project?

What is the timeline for the permit process?

Are there any special requirements at the Richmond Field Station because it is under a DTSC Site Investigation and Remediation Order?

If you would like more information please contact at David Scrimger (510) 642-0359, dscrimger@berkeley.edu.

Resources:

City of Berkeley ( Implementing agency: Toxics Management Division) Monitoring Well and Soil Boring Permit (Drilling Permit Application)