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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:
- Oct. 9, 2025 | IB-120 "Project Inspections"
- Oct. 8, 2025| IB-151 "Request for Alternate Materials, Design or Construction Methods or Code Modifications"
- Oct. 8, 2025| IB-506 "Fee Schedule for Fire Permit Fees"
- Oct. 8, 2025 | IB-182 "How to Obtain a Permit for Private Utilities"
- Oct. 8, 2025 | IB-181 "How to Obtain a Permit for Private Underground Fire Service and Hydrants"
- Oct. 8, 2025 | IB-137 "How to Obtain a Permit for Fire Alarm Systems"
- Oct. 8, 2028|IB-139 "How to Obtain a Permit for Fire Sprinkler Systems"
- Oct. 8, 2025| IB-301 "How to Obtain a Permit for the Installation of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems"
- Sept. 30, 2025|IB-205 "Carports"
- Sept. 26, 2025|IB-166 "Water, Sewer or Fire Service"
- Sept. 2, 2025 | IB-241 "Factory Built Housing"
- Aug. 13, 2025 | IB-502 "Fee Schedule for Grading/Public Right-of-Way Permits and Mapping Actions"
- Aug. 8, 2025 | DS-126 "Bonding for Grading/Public Right-of-Way Permits and Maps"
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How to Obtain a Permit for Fire Sprinkler Systems
This Information Bulletin describes the procedures for obtaining a permit to install a fire sprinkler system per the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 13 or 13R Standards in non-residential or multi-dwelling unit buildings
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This information bulletin describes the submittal requirements and permitting process for additions and remodels to single family dwelling and duplexes, not exceeding one story in height above grade or above crawl space.
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Single Family, Duplex, Townhome and Accessory Structure Soil Bearing Capacity
The purpose of this Information Bulletin is to summarize the procedure determining soil bearing capacity for foundation design of a single family, duplex, townhome 3-stories or less in height, and for their accessory structures.
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Permitting Requirements for Residential Garage Conversions
Permit requirements to convert a garage of a single family or duplex to habitable (or non-parking) area.
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Information on Applying for ABC Licenses
This Information Bulletin (IB) explains how to obtain a permit for Alcoholic Beverage Outlets.
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The purpose of this Information Bulletin is to explain how the City of San Diego determines the assessable space for residential buildings and chargeable covered and enclosed space for commercial or industrial buildings for the purpose of assessing school fees.
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This Information Bulletin describes how to obtain a permit for the installation of a manufactured/mobile home (MH) or accessory structure located within a mobile home park in the City of San Diego.
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How to Obtain a Permit for a Mobile Food Truck
Mobile food trucks are motorized vehicles from which food or drink (prepared on-site or pre-packaged) is sold or served to the public, whether consumed on-site or elsewhere.
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The purpose of this information bulletin is to explain permitting requirements for using cargo containers repurposed as buildings.
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Professional Certification for Office Tenant Improvements
This information bulletin explains the process for the Professional Certification program for office tenant improvement building permit projects.
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