Information Bulletins by Number

As a convenience, Development Services is working to post all Information Bulletins on this web page. Various information bulletins impacted by recent adoption of the 2007 California Buildings are in the process of being updated and will be posted shortly. Information bulletins impacted by the new building code and which have been updated have been identified in the list. For those Information Bulletins not found here, please call (619) 446-5000 and request that the item be sent to you.

See also:

Information Bulletins By Subject
Information Bulletins Related to Fee Schedules
Virtual DPI (PDF: 85K)
A visual guide to Development and Permit Information Bulletins

Info Bulletin Number	Subject	Description	Revision Date	PDF Size
101	Building Valuation	Building Valuation Schedule Use to determine the valuation of new construction, miscellaneous building projects and alterations/additions to existing structures.	August 2003	55K
103	Fee Schedule, Mechanical, Plumbing/Gas, Electrical	Mechanical, Plumbing/Gas, Electrical Fee Schedule and Worksheet Use for figuring fees for mechanical, plumbing, gas and electrical work.	May 2007	139K
104	Fee Schedule, Water & Sewer	Schedule For Water And Sewer Fees Charges listed for connection of water and sewer service by the city's Water Department.	October 2007	149K
108	Development Fee Deferrals	Development Fee Deferrals This bulletin describes development fee deferrals for certain types of developments including but not limited to affordable housing projects.	November 2009	PDF: 375K
109	Development and Permit Information	Development and Permit Information The information provided by Development and Permit Information is offered to assist customers in designing their projects.	March 2009	204K
110	Records	Permit Records and Mapping Information This bulletin describes the types of records maintained by the Development Services Department and how to obtain copies of those records.	December 2008	128K

Info Bulletin Number	Subject	Description	Revision Date	PDF Size
111	Sign Permits	Sign Plan Check to Permit Issuance Use this bulletin to apply and obtain permits for business sign installation.	November 2005	101K
112	Construction Specifications	Construction Specifications Use this bulletin for the construction of wood framed residential buildings.	August 2003	161K
113	Cross-Connection Control	Cross-Connection Control This information bulletin describes the City standards and minimum requirements related to cross-connection control/backflow protection review.	October 2007	124K
114	Master Plans	How to Establish and Permit Residential Master Plans Use this information bulletin to establish and permit master plan residential buildings.	February 2009 Updated per CBC 2007	123K
115	Permit Exemptions	Building Permit Exemptions Covers when construction permits and inspections are not needed.	July 2006	150K
116	Hazardous Materials	Reporting Requirements for Hazardous Materials Any hazardous materials that will be stored in a building when construction is complete must be reported in advance.	September 2004	73K
117	Permit Expiration/Extension	Regulations Covering Permit Expiration and Extension Use this to determine when permits expire and when they can be extended.	August 2003	63K
118	Plan Changes	How To Process Changes To Approved Plans If your project has already received its construction permits but changes need to be made to the plans, follow these directions.	December 2005	87K
119	Construction and Demolition Debris	Construction and Demolition Debris This bulletin describes the requirements to dispose of dirt, rock, asphalt, concrete, bricks, roofing materials, lumber, drywall, insulation, windows, sinks, toilets, doors, carpeting, and electrical appliances and fixtures.	August 2008	PDF: 125K
120	Project Inspections	How to Obtain Project Inspections Use this information bulletin to guide you through the inspection process.	September 2007	117K
122	Site Plan	How to Prepare a Single Dwelling Unit Site Plan and Vicinity Map Use this bulletin to assist in the preparation of plot/site plan and vicinity map for a single family residence.	December 2008 Updated per CBC 2007	328K
123	Renewal of Roof Covering	Minimum Standards for Renewal of Roof Covering This bulletin is intended to clarify the roofing requirements for the renewal of roof coverings.	March 2009 Updated per CBC 2007	128K
130	Single Dwelling Unit	Minimum Construction Requirements for a Single Dwelling Unit Use this bulletin when buildings are detached single family residences.	August 2005	PDF: 136K
132	Framing Section	How to Prepare a Typical Single-Story Framing Section This bulletin describes how to prepare a typical framing section for single-story residential construction.	December 2008 Updated per CBC 2007	1.0 Mb
133	Span Tables	Roof and Floor Framing Span Tables This bulletin provides the allowable spans for roof and flooring joist rafters.	October 2008 Updated per CBC 2007	279K

Info Bulletin Number	Subject	Description	Revision Date	PDF Size
140	Residential Addition	How To Obtain a Permit to Build a Residential Addition Use this bulletin to prepare your plans for a Single-Story Room Addition and Accessory Structures for Single-dwelling units or Duplexes.	November 2004	86K
142	Garage Conversion	Permitting Requirements for Residential Garage Conversions This bulletin describes the minimum requirements for obtaining a permit to convert a garage of a single family dwelling or duplex to habitable (or non-parking) area.	February 2009 Updated per CBC 2007	305K
143	Alcoholic Beverage Outlets	Permitting Requirements for Alcoholic Beverage Outlets Use this fee schedule to determine permitting requirements for alcoholic beverage outlets.	March 2009	175K
144	Adult Entertainment	Adult Entertainment Establishments Use this fee schedule for information on adult entertainment establishments and guidelines for location regulations.	March 2009	188K
147	Tenant Improvements	Commercial Tenant Improvements Use this bulletin for obtaining permits for minor, nonstructural, commercial tenant improvements.	August 2003	86K
157	Zone History	How to Obtain a Zone History Letter Use this as a guide for obtaining a zone history letter.	May 2005	74K
165	Public Right-of-Way Permits	How to Obtain a Public Right-of-Way Permits for Standard Public Improvements This information covers procedures to obtain over-the-counter Public Right-of-Way Permits.	September 2009	165K
166	Water, Sewer or Fire Service	How to Obtain a Permit for Water, Sewer or Fire Service Use this bulletin when obtaining a permit to install water, sewer or fire services.	March 2008	108K
174	Owner/Contractor Agreement	Owner Contractor Agreement Use this bulletin to make sure you are complying with Special Inspections and Construction Materials Testing requirements.	August 2003	100K
177	Traffic Control	How to Obtain a Public Right-of-Way Permit for Traffic Control Permitting requirements and fees for Public Right-of-Way Permits for Traffic Control.	January 2009	200K

Info Bulletin Number	Subject	Description	Revision Date	PDF Size
185	Addressing	How to Obtain and Address/Address Change Use this bulletin to assign a new address for new projects or to request a change to an existing address.	May 2005	73K
186	Generators	Back-up Generators Permitting requirements and fees for Backup Generators.	July 2008	115K
201	Fireplaces	How to Obtain a Permit for a Fireplace This bulletin covers procedures on obtaining a building permit for the installation of fireplaces.	July 2005	117K
202	Swimming Pool/Spa	How to Obtain a Permit to Install a Swimming Pool/Spa Use this bulletin as a guide on how to obtain a permit for a swimming pool/spa.	November 2005	75K
203	No-Plan Permits	How to Obtain "No-Plan Permits" Requirements for obtaining permits and inspections for small projects such as electrical rewiring, plumbing, gas installation and water heater replacement.	June 2009	135K
205	Carport	Specifications for Carports Use this bulletin for carport construction for a single family dwelling.	March 2009 Updated per CBC 2007	768K
206	Patio Covers	Specifications for Patio Covers Use this bulletin for patio cover construction for single family dwelling.	March 2009 Updated per CBC 2007	810K
207	Water Heater Strapping Requirements	Strapping Requirements for Water Heaters Water heaters must be strapped in place. Here are two approved methods.	April 1999	36K
211	Decks	How to Obtain a Permit for Residential Decks Use this bulletin for deck construction for residential buildings.	August 2003	138K
220	Retaining Wall/Fence	How to Obtain a Permit for a Retaining Wall/Fence Use this bulletin for construction of a retaining wall or fence.	December 2005	76K
221	Retaining Wall/Level	Minimum Requirements for Retaining Wall/Level Backfill Use this bulletin for the construction of retaining walls with a level backfill.	August 2009 Updated per CBC 2007	705K
222	Retaining Wall/Slope	Minimum Requirements for Retaining Wall/Sloping Backfill Use this bulletin for the construction with a sloping backfill.	August 2009 Updated per CBC 2007	814K
223	Fence	Specifications for Wood and Masonry Fences Use this bulletin for the construction of wood and masonry fences up to 6' in height.	February 2009 Updated per CBC 2007	298K
240	Commercial Coaches	How to Obtain a Permit for Commercial Coaches Use this bulletin when temporarily placing a transportable structure for non-residential use.	August 2003	78K
301	Solar Photo-Voltaic Permits	Solar Photo-Voltaic Permits Use this bulletin when constructing renewable energy projects.	March 2009	124K
305	Accessible Parking Requirements	Accessible Parking Requirements This bulletin addresses parking standards for commercial buildings and public accommodations.	December 2008 Updated per CBC 2007	1.0 Mb

Info Bulletin Number	Subject	Description	Revision Date	PDF Size
401	Environmental Review Process	Overview of the State of California and Federal Environmental Review Process This information bulletin describes the requirements that projects must follow to comply with federal, state and local regulations regarding environment review, environmental impact reports (EIR), appeals, and mitigation monitoring.	June 2007	223K
500	Substantial Conformance Review	Substantial Conformance Review (SCR) A voluntary service available to customers who are proposing to modify their project after a discretionary permit has been approved by the City. This bulletin provides information on the SCR process and submittal requirements.	March 2009	113K
501	Fee Schedule, Building Permit	Fee Schedule for Construction Permits - Structures Use this fee schedule to determine building permit and plan check fees.	July 2009	375K
501a	Fee Schedule, Single Family Dwellings/Duplexes	Fee Schedule for Construction Permits Single Family Dwelling/Duplex Use this fee schedule to determine building permit and plan check fees for single family dwelling and duplex construction.	July 2009	173K
502	Fee Schedule, Grading and Public Right-of-Way Permits	Fee Schedule for Construction Permits Grading and Public Right-of-Way Use this fee schedule to determine fee and deposit amounts for grading and public right-of-way permits.	March 2009	125K
503	Fee Schedule, Development Permits and Policy Approvals	Fee Schedule for Development Approvals/Permits Use this fee schedule to determine fee and deposit amounts for development permits and policy approvals.	March 2009	117K
504	Fee Schedule, Subdivision Approvals	Fee Schedule for Subdivision Approvals Use this fee schedule to determine fee and deposit amounts for subdivision improvement agreements, easements, dedications and map processing.	March 2009	504K
505	Appeal Procedure, Development Permits	Development Permits Appeal Procedure This information bulletin discusses the appeal procedure for Development Permits processed in accordance with Processes Two, Three and Four.	September 2008	117K
510	Public Project Assessment	Assessment of Public Projects Used to assist public project applicants in determining required permits and approvals and to provide an environmental assessment of the project.	September 2009	111K
511	Public Project Reconnaissance and Testing	How Public Projects Obtain Approval for Site Reconnaissance and Testing Used this information bulletin for a ministerial approval (Process 1) for a site that contains environmentally sensitive lands.	March 2008	114K
512	Public Noticing Information, How to Obtain	Public Noticing Information This information bulletin describes how an applicant can obtain public noticing information to prepare a Public Notice Package for projects requiring noticed decisions or public hearings.	October 2008	285K
513	Preliminary Review	Preliminary Review This information bulletin describes a service we offer to development customers called preliminary review. It helps you obtain the answers that you need to determine the feasibility of your development project and to be successful in submitting the project for City review.	April 2009	298K

Info Bulletin Number	Subject	Description	Revision Date	PDF Size
515	Geotechnical Study Requirements	Development Permit, Subdivision and Grading Permit Geotechnical Study Requirements This information bulletin describes when geotechnical reports are required at project submittal for development permits, subdivisions, and grading permits.	March 2009	138K
518	Self-Certification	Self-Certification Use this information bulletin to submit a Map Waiver or Tentative Map without being reviewed for completeness by submittal staff.	October 2006	99K
519	Airport Land Use Commission	Airport Land Use Commission Consistency Determination Review Process This information bulletin provides general information concerning the process and types of proposed development projects/actions that the City is required to submit to the Airport Land Use Commission.	November 2008	119K
520	Federal Aviation Administration Notification and Evaluation Process	Federal Aviation Administration Notification and Evaluation Process Use this bulletin to determine Federal Aviation Administration notification requirements for development projects.	October 2008	136K
523	Sidewalk Cafe	Sidewalk Cafe Neighborhood Use Permit This information bulletin describes the submittal requirements for a Sidewalk Cafe Neighborhood Use Permit.	March 2009	173K
532	Inclusionary Housing	Information Regarding Inclusionary Housing This information bulletin provides basic information regarding the The Inclusionary Housing Ordinance.	July 2009	151K
533	Temporary Use Permit	Temporary Use Permit Use this information bulletin for all actions requiring a Notice of Future Decision, Notice of Application or a Notice of Public Hearing	February 2006	86K
534	Pushcarts	How to Obtain a Neighborhood Use Permit for Pushcarts This information bulletin describes pushcarts, their permitted locations, permit requirements, and submittal requirements for their installation in the Public Right-of-Way.	March 2009	140K
536	Wireless Communication Facilities	Submittal Requirements and Procedure for Wireless Communication Facilities This information bulletin describes the submittal requirements for wireless communication facilities.	September 2009	145K
538	Affordable/In-Fill Housing Expedite Program	Expedite Program for Affordable/In-Fill Housing & Sustainable Buildings This Information Bulletin provides basic information regarding The Affordable/In-Fill Housing and Sustainable Buildings Expedite Program.	June 2007	142K
539	Condominium Conversion Regulations	Regulations Governing Condominium Conversions This information bulletin summarizes the City of San Diego and Subdivision Map Act regulations and procedures for converting existing rental apartment units into condominiums.	June 2008	226K
540	Home Occupation	How to obtain a neighborhood use permit for a Home Occupation This information bulletin describes the minimum submittal requirements for a Home Occupation Neighborhood Use Permit Application (Process 2).	March 2009	113K
560	Site Reconnaissance and Testing	How to Obtain a Grading Permit for Site Reconnaissance and Testing Use this information bulletin for a ministerial grading permit (Process 1) for a site that contains environmentally sensitive lands.	March 2009	128K
570	Grading and Public Right-of-Way Permits Self Certification	Grading and Public Right-of-Way Permits Self Certification This information bulletin describes the procedures for obtaining a self-certification for grading and public right-of-way permits.	August 2003	77K
576	Encroachments in the Right-of-Way	How to Obtain a Permit for Encroachments in the Right-of-Way This information bulletin is for privately owned and maintained improvements located within the public right-of-way or a public easement.	March 2009	122K
578	Lot Line Adjustment or Lot Consolidation	How to Apply for a Lot Line Adjustment or Lot Consolidation This information describes the lot line adjustment or lot consolidation application process.	August 2003	70K
580	Potential Historical Resource Review	Potential Historical Resource Review If your project requires a construction permit, including No-Plan construction permits, and there is a structure 45 years old or older on any parcel affected by your project then it is subject to this review.	August 2009	124K
581	Designated Historical Resource Review	Designated Historical Resource Review If the project site/structure is Designated Historical OR located within a Historical District, it is subject to this review.	March 2009	105K
620	Community Planning Groups	Coordination of Project Management with Community Planning Groups Local planning group review procedures outlined	June 2007	318K
710	Demolition/Removal Permits	Permit Instructions, Procedures for Building Demolition This Information Bulletin describes the procedures and required permits for demolishing or removing buildings or structures located in the City of San Diego.	September 2009	166K