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Updates to Information Bulletins (IB)
DSD continuously updates its publications to align with the latest building codes, construction practices, safety standards, design guidelines and regulatory changes. Here is a summary of the most recently updated IBs:
- April 16, 2025 | IB-501"Fee Schedule for Construction Permits-Structures"
- April 16, 2025 | IB-710 "Permit Instructions, Procedures for Building Demolition/Removal"
- March 28, 2025| IB-502 "Grading/Public Right-of-Way Permits and Mapping Actions"
- March 28, 2025| IB-501 "Fee Schedule for Construction Permits-Structures."
- March 26, 2025| IB-140 "Residential Addition/Remodel"
- Feb. 26, 2025 | IB-585 "Certificate of Occupancy"
- Feb. 10, 2025 | IB-114a "How to Establish Master Plans for Miscellaneous Structures"
- Feb. 10, 2025 | IB-513 "Preliminary Review"
- Feb. 10, 2025 | IB-503 "Fee/Deposit Schedules for Development & Policy Approvals/Permits"
- Feb. 10, 2025 | IB-500 "Substantial Conformance Review"
- Feb. 7, 2025 | IB-501 "Fee Schedule for Construction Permits-Structures"
- Feb. 7, 2025 | IB-700 "Permit Express Plan Check Service"
- Jan. 28, 2025 | IB-118 "Construction Changes to Approved Plans"
- Jan. 21, 2025 | IB-502 "Grading/Public Right-of-Way Permits and Mapping Actions"
- Jan 15, 2025 | IB-123 "Minimum Standards for Renewal of Roof Covering"
- Jan. 15, 2025 | IB-301 "How to Obtain a Permit for the Installation of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems"
- Jan. 13, 2025 | IB-185 "How to Obtain an Address Change"
- Jan. 10, 2025| IB-242 "How to Obtain a Permit to Legalize
Unpermitted Accessory Dwelling Units" - Jan. 7, 2025| IB-241 "Factory Built Housing"
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Informs the public about the importance of survey monuments and to properly ensure that the City meets its legal obligation for the enforcement of survey monument perpetuation in accordance with State law.
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The purpose of this Information Bulletin is to identify a process for applicants to follow once a legitimate project issue is identified.
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Coordination of Project Management with Community Planning Groups
Role of Development Project Managers and Community Planning Groups in the development review process.
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Minor Additions within the La Jolla Shores Planned District
Minor addition criteria in the La Jolla Shores Planned District
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Permit Express Plan Check Service
This information Bulletin describes the Express Plan Check service, an optional review service that provides review times 40% - 50% faster than standard processing times.
Revised
Permit Instructions, Procedures for Building Demolition/Removal
This Information Bulletin provides guidance on the Demolition/Removal Permit Procedures in Chapter 12, Article 9, Division 5 of the San Diego Municipal Code.
Revised
How to Apply for Building Permit for Relocation of Structures
Permitting requirements for the relocation of buildings from original site to a new site within the City of San Diego.
Revised
How to Obtain a Permit For Private Swimming Pools, Spas, and Hot tubs
The intent of this bulletin is to explain the permitting process for the installation or removal of private swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs in the City of San Diego.
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How to Obtain a Traffic Control Permit for a Storage Container
This information bulletin explains how to obtain a Traffic Control Permit for a storage container.
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This information bulletin describes the submittal requirements and approval process for ministerial phased projects.
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