( Click here to find a process server ) You must submit written, signed instructions to the process server to deliver to the Sheriff with your writ. You must complete all the information below to submit the form.Real Property Sales and Transfers. Welcome to the City of Alameda Permit Center. The Permit Center is the central location for obtaining Building, Fire, Planning, and Special Events permits. Check and complete as applicable. A. Date of transfer, if other than recording date: B. Type of transfer: Purchase. Foreclosure. While you can file a CA preliminary notice in Alameda, there is a question of whether you should. The initial auction date can be no sooner than 21 days after the Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded. Alameda County Foreclosure Prevention Program for Small, LowIncome Property Owners (FPP).