Service areas
Heat Pump Service Areas
We take requests from Walnut Creek and the cities around it. Two things change by city: whether MCE rebates apply, and who issues the permit.
Nearby communities
MCE city; uses Contra Costa County for plan check and inspection. Covered on the Lafayette page.
MCE city with its own Building Division; early-1970s housing stock.
MCE city with its own Permit Center; the largest city in the area.
Not an MCE member (PG&E bundled); County handles plan check. Newer, 1980s homes.
Unincorporated; MCE service; permits through Contra Costa County.
Unincorporated; County permits plus HOA architectural review for outdoor units.
Unincorporated; County permits; check Diablo POA rules.
MCE membership: MCE in Contra Costa County. County permits: Contra Costa County.
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