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Development Process: Step by Step  
Development Process Home1. Define Project2. Site Information3. Discretionary Review4. Plan Review5. Permits & Approvals6. Inspection7. Occupancy
2.  SITE INFORMATION
  Permit Records and Mapping

Our Records staff can provide copies of prior permits, maps and drawings relevant to your property.

Types of Records Available

  • Permits and Drawings
    • Building Permits from 1955 to present
    • Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical Permits
    • Engineering Permits
    • Engineering Improvement Drawings
  • Maps
    • Base Maps (To access online maps see the "Map Library" section on the SanGIS website)
    • Zoning Maps (For status of online maps see Updates to the Official Zoning Map)
    • Drainage, Sewer and Water Maps
    • Ortho Maps (Available for 1992, 1999, 2000, 2003 and 2004 on the SanGIS website)
    • Topographical Maps (Available for 1992 and 1999 on the SanGIS website)
    • Subdivision/Parcel Maps
    • Tentative Maps
    • 800' Scale Maps
    • FEMA Maps
  • Files and Reports
    • Engineering Files
    • Environmental Files
    • Planning Files
    • Subdivision/Work Order Files
    • Transportation Files
    • Encroachment Removal Agreement
    • Geology/Soils Reports
  • Plans
    • Plot Plans
    • Blueprints/Plans
    • Seismic Safety Maps
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Visit our Development Services Center Records Counter, located on the 2nd Floor. Walk-ins are welcome, but priority is given to those with appointments. For an appointment call (619) 446-5300. See also additional information about mapping requirements.


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