Useful Contact Information for Palo Alto Homeowners

There are numerous government agencies and businesses in Palo Alto which provide services for homeowners. When you move, you will probably want to contact many of these agencies to either update them or to find information.

Even before moving, if you are looking at homes for sale in Palo Alto, information about schools, libraries, parks, etc. may affect your choice. If you are thinking about offering your Palo Alto home for sale, you may want to verify information about building permits. Locally one of the strongest influences on home prices is the strength of the schools.

Palo Alto Services Contact Information:

Service Telephone
Palo Alto Unified School District (650) 329-3700
Palo Alto Utilities (650) 329-2161
Public Works (650) 329-2295
GreenWaste - trash collection (650) 493-4894
AT&T (800) 288-2020
Comcast - cable (800) 266-2278
Post Office (650)323-2650
Palo Alto Library (650) 329-2436
Police Department (650) 329-2413
Fire Department (650) 329-2184
Building Department (650) 329-2496
Planning Department (650) 329-2441
Architectural Review Board  
Historic Resources Board (650)329-2155
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