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5DCCS knows how to deliver, install, and remove modular containment systems for Oakland's most active occupied-space projects; from Kaiser Permanente and Highland Hospital to Jack London Square commercial renovations and East Bay industrial conversions. Familiar with CEDA and OFD requirements. Veteran-owned.

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Serving Oakland & the Full East Bay
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Oakland Market

Oakland Is Building. Your Containment Partner Should Know the East Bay.

Oakland is in the middle of one of the most significant construction booms in its history. Major healthcare systems are expanding, industrial buildings are being converted to office and mixed-use, and the Jack London Square and Uptown corridors are seeing sustained commercial renovation activity. At the same time, Oakland's permitting environment — managed through the City's Community and Economic Development Agency (CEDA) — has its own requirements, timelines, and inspection processes that differ meaningfully from San Jose and San Francisco.

The Oakland Building Services Division handles commercial building permits, and the Oakland Fire Department (OFD) Bureau of Fire Prevention oversees fire life safety during construction. For healthcare projects, Kaiser Permanente Oakland and Highland Hospital have their own ICRA review processes that typically need to be worked through before construction begins in patient-care areas. Timelines and requirements vary — 5DCCS can help your team understand what applies to your specific project.

5DCCS understands Oakland's construction environment. We provide the containment, the compliance documentation, and the professional execution that East Bay projects demand — without the learning curve of a contractor who doesn't know the territory.

Kaiser & Highland Hospital

Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center and Highland Hospital are among the East Bay's busiest healthcare facilities. Both require ICRA-compliant containment reviewed by internal infection control teams before any renovation work begins.

Jack London Square & Uptown

Oakland's most active commercial renovation corridors — Jack London Square, Uptown, and the Broadway corridor — are seeing sustained tenant improvement and mixed-use conversion activity that requires professional containment.

CEDA & OFD Compliance

We help you navigate Oakland's Building Services Division permit process, OFD fire clearance requirements, and the specific compliance obligations that apply to occupied-space construction in the East Bay.

Our Services in Oakland

Flexible Containment for Every Oakland Project

From full-service turnkey rentals to self-service options and direct sales, 5DCCS provides the right containment solution for Oakland's diverse construction landscape — from healthcare campuses to industrial conversions.

Full-Service Wall Rentals

Our trained crew handles everything — site assessment, custom containment planning, delivery, installation, ongoing support, and removal. Ideal for Oakland healthcare, commercial, and industrial projects where your team needs to stay focused on the build.

  • Professional installation & removal by trained crew
  • Custom containment planning for your floor plan
  • ICRA Class IV/V configurations available
  • Egress and fire barrier documentation provided
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Self-Service Wall Rentals

Rent the system and have your own crew install it. We deliver to your Oakland job site; you manage setup on your schedule. A cost-effective option for experienced GC crews working in the East Bay.

  • Modular panels delivered to your Oakland job site
  • Installation guidance & technical support included
  • Flexible daily, weekly, or monthly terms
  • Multiple wall system options available
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Modular Wall System Sales

Purchase your own system for repeat projects across the East Bay. Long-term cost savings for facility managers and GCs running continuous renovation programs at Oakland's healthcare campuses and commercial properties.

  • ICRA Class IV/V rated panel systems available
  • 13+ panel configurations for any project type
  • Wrappable for custom branding or wayfinding
  • Reusable across multiple projects and sites
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Containment Consultations

Not sure which solution fits your Oakland project? Our experts assess your site, review CEDA and OFD requirements, and recommend the right containment approach for your scope, timeline, and budget.

  • Site assessment & containment strategy
  • CEDA permit process & OFD compliance guidance
  • ICRA plan review support for Kaiser & Highland projects
  • Budget optimization and phasing advice
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Industries Served

Who We Serve in Oakland

From Kaiser Permanente's Oakland Medical Center to the Port of Oakland's terminal facilities and the East Bay's growing mixed-use development corridor, 5DCCS serves the full range of Oakland's construction market.

Healthcare & Hospitals

ICRA-compliant containment for Kaiser Permanente Oakland, Highland Hospital (Alameda Health System), Children's Hospital Oakland, and Summit Medical Center. We coordinate with internal infection control teams on every project.

Commercial & Mixed-Use

Jack London Square, Uptown, and the Broadway corridor are seeing sustained commercial renovation activity. Our modular systems keep tenants operational while construction proceeds in occupied buildings.

Industrial Conversions

Oakland's warehouse and industrial building stock is being converted to office, creative, and mixed-use at a rapid pace. These adaptive reuse projects require containment that can handle both industrial-scale dust and occupied-space requirements.

Port & Logistics Facilities

The Port of Oakland and its surrounding logistics and distribution facilities require containment for infrastructure upgrades and facility renovations in active, high-throughput environments.

Education & Civic

Oakland Unified School District facilities, Peralta Community College campuses, and Oakland's civic buildings require containment for occupied-space renovations that keep students, staff, and the public safe.

Hospitality & Retail

Oakland's growing hotel market and the Temescal, Rockridge, and Grand Lake retail corridors require professional containment for renovations in active, customer-facing environments.

Oakland Compliance

Navigating Oakland's Building Permits, OFD Requirements, and ICRA Protocols

Oakland's permitting environment is managed through the City's Building Services Division under the Community and Economic Development Agency (CEDA). Commercial building permits vary in scope and timeline depending on the nature of the work — over-the-counter review may be available for some minor alterations, while more complex projects typically require longer review cycles. We recommend confirming requirements early with your permit consultant or directly with CEDA.

The Oakland Fire Department Bureau of Fire Prevention oversees fire life safety during construction, including temporary egress maintenance and fire barrier integrity. Requirements vary by occupancy classification and project scope. 5DCCS documents our installations with the detail that helps support your inspection process.

For healthcare projects at Kaiser Permanente Oakland and Highland Hospital, we prepare ICRA documentation and coordinate with facility infection control teams before installation begins — ensuring our containment approach aligns with each facility's specific protocols.

CEDA Commercial Building Permits

Oakland's Building Services Division handles commercial alteration permits under CEDA. Review timelines and processes vary by project type — some minor alterations may qualify for over-the-counter review. 5DCCS provides installation documentation that can support your permit submissions.

OFD Fire Prevention Requirements

The Oakland Fire Department oversees fire life safety during construction. Requirements for temporary construction barriers — including fire-rated separation and egress maintenance — depend on the building's occupancy classification and project scope. We document our installations to help support your inspection process.

Cal/OSHA Dust Control — Title 8 §5141.1

California's indoor dust control regulation requires written dust control plans for construction activities that generate silica-containing dust. 5DCCS provides HEPA-filtered containment and documentation to support your Cal/OSHA compliance obligations.

ICRA for Kaiser & Highland Hospital

Kaiser Permanente Oakland and Highland Hospital require ICRA plans reviewed by their infection control committees before construction begins in patient-care areas. 5DCCS prepares ICRA documentation and coordinates with facility teams for pre-approval.

Our Process

How 5DCCS Works in Oakland

1

Consultation & Site Assessment

We review your floor plan, scope, timeline, and compliance requirements — including CEDA, OFD, and any internal ICRA review processes at your facility.

2

Custom Containment Plan

We design a containment layout that isolates the work zone, maintains egress, and meets all applicable fire and infection control requirements for your Oakland project.

3

Delivery & Installation

Our trained crew delivers and installs your system on your schedule — typically in hours. We work around your operational hours to minimize disruption.

4

Ongoing Support

We adjust, reconfigure, or extend your containment as your project evolves. One call, one partner throughout your Oakland project lifecycle.

5

Removal & Closeout

Clean removal, no debris, no damage. Your space is returned to normal — ready for OFD clearance and occupancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Temporary Walls in Oakland

Does Oakland's Building Services Division require a permit for temporary wall installation? +

Permit requirements for temporary walls depend on the scope and nature of the overall project. Cal/OSHA Section 341(4)(E) addresses an exemption for certain interior partition work from Project Permit requirements, but whether that applies to your specific project depends on the full scope of work involved. If your commercial alteration project requires a CEDA permit, the containment plan may need to be reflected in your permit drawings. 5DCCS can help you think through what documentation makes sense and provide installation records to support your submissions — but we recommend verifying your specific requirements with your permit consultant or directly with the City.

How do you handle OFD requirements for temporary construction barriers? +

Oakland Fire Department requirements for temporary construction barriers vary depending on the building's occupancy classification, the scope of work, and how the space is used during construction. Generally, egress paths need to remain clear and accessible, and fire-rated separations may need to be maintained where the building's existing conditions require them. We document our installations with fire-rating information and egress notes that can support your coordination with OFD — though specific requirements for your project should be confirmed with your AHJ.

Can you work in occupied Kaiser Permanente or Highland Hospital facilities? +

Yes. We have experience working in active healthcare environments and understand the ICRA requirements at Kaiser Permanente Oakland and Highland Hospital. We prepare ICRA documentation, coordinate with infection control officers for pre-approval, and install ICRA Class IV and Class V compliant containment systems. Our crews are trained in healthcare facility protocols including badge requirements, quiet hours, and patient safety procedures.

What areas of Oakland and the East Bay do you serve? +

We serve all of Oakland, including downtown, Jack London Square, Uptown, Temescal, Rockridge, Montclair, Fruitvale, East Oakland, and the Port area. We also serve the broader East Bay including Berkeley, Emeryville, Alameda, San Leandro, Hayward, Fremont, and Walnut Creek. Same-day quotes are available throughout our service territory.

Do you have experience with industrial conversion projects in Oakland? +

Yes. Oakland's warehouse and industrial building conversion market is one of the most active in the Bay Area. These adaptive reuse projects often involve significant demolition and infrastructure work in partially occupied buildings — exactly the kind of complex, occupied-space containment challenge that 5DCCS specializes in. We provide containment solutions that can handle industrial-scale dust while protecting occupied portions of the building.

Ready to Contain Your Oakland Project?

Get a same-day quote from Northern California's modular containment specialists. Veteran-owned, familiar with CEDA and OFD requirements, and built for the pace and complexity of Oakland construction.