Business Owners
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)
Para negocios inciados en los límites de la Ciudad de San Diego.
- Diez Pasos Para Iniciar Su Negocio (PDF)
- 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 - Inspection Services
Information about inspection services, special permit issuance, contacting inspectors, and more. - 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