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All new applications are required to be submitted electronically. DSD Information Bulletins and Forms are in the process of being updated as needed to reflect instructions for digital submittal processes.
Information Bulletins provide information on fees, submittal requirements or procedures.
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How to Obtain a Permit for Private Utilities
This Information Bulletin describes the procedure for obtaining a permit to install private underground for domestic water and sewer.
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How to Obtain an Address/Address Change
How to assign a new address for new projects or to request a change to an existing address.
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How to Obtain a Permit for Electrical Vehicle Charging Systems
Permitting procedures for the installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Systems (EVCS) on existing sites or buildings.
Revised
Identifies building elements that qualify for deferred submittal and establishes related submittal procedures.
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Submittal requirements for partial permits used when construction of an individual structure is divided into phases.
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How to Obtain a Permit for a Shell Building
This Information Bulletin covers the procedures for obtaining permits for new shell buildings and existing buildings or portions of buildings returning to a shell configuration.
Revised
Standard Notes for Building Permits
The following Information Bulletin contains the most common standard notes that Development Services Department (DSD) requires to be located on building permit plans. This list is provided in order to help applicants comply with the with the San Diego Municipal Code and the California Building Standards. Note that only comments applicable to the specific project need to be added to plans.
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Affordable Housing Permit Now Program
This information bulletin describes the program for processing priority housing projects according to an enhanced approach called Affordable Housing Permit Now.
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How to Obtain a Permit for a Fireplace
This Information Bulletin describes the minimum requirements for obtaining a permit for a fireplace in residential buildings.
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This Information Bulletin establishes the procedure for the type of work which are eligible to obtain a building permit without a plan review for conformance with current building codes.
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