Remodeling or expanding your business can be easier if you make Development Services a partner. Find out how.

• Ten Key Steps to Starting a Business
  For businesses located in San Diego city limits.
  See Spanish version below.
  • Diez Pasos Para Iniciar Su Negocio (PDF: 57K)
    Para negocios inciados en los límites de la Ciudad de San Diego.

• Construction Permit Tips for Small Business
  Construction permits for your safety and security.

• Development Review Process
  The City of San Diego's coordinated development review process.

• Development Project Managers
  Development Project Managers can help your project through the review process.

• Business Improvement Districts (BIDS)
  Advance the physical, economic, and social environments of their respective business communities.

• Public Right-of-Way (PROW) Enhancement/Use Program
  Pilot program for merchants to use the sidewalks in front of their businesses for merchandise and outdoor cafés without railings.

• Planning Department
  The City's Planning Department handles long range and transportation planning, the Multiple Species Conservation Program, the General Plan, Strategic Framework and other future development issues.
  
• Zoning Information
  Includes the Official Zoning Map, Zoning Designations, and how to obtain information about overlay zones.

• Building Records Request
  Get a listing of construction permit records on your property

• Development Links
  Links to earthquake-related sites, other government agencies regulating development and information on building and development safety.

• Forms and Development Information
  Construction permit application and other needed forms, plus submittal and design information.

• What You Should Know Before You Hire a Contractor

• Ten Tips for Making Sure Your Contractor Measures Up

• Workshops and Seminars

For more information, email us at dsdweb@sandiego.gov