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Development Services

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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.

Apply for a Permit

If you don't find a form here, please call 619-446-5000 and request that the form be sent to you.

Note: Forms requiring signature will still need to be submitted to Development Services in hard copy with original signatures.

PDF icon Affidavit for Fire Alarm Alterations or Tenant Improvements (TIs)

FORM DS - 163

Use this form to obtain a no - plan permit for fire alarm systems when the scope of work is limited to the addition or alteration of 0 to 4 fire alarm devices and/or appliances in existing buildings.

Revised March 2021

PDF icon Affidavit for Fire Sprinkler Alterations or Tenant Improvements (TIs)

FORM DS - 161

Use this form to obtain a no - plan permit for fire sprinkler systems when the scope of work is limited to the addition or alteration of 0 - 20 sprinkler heads in existing, sprinklered commercial buildings.

Revised March 2021

PDF icon Affidavit for Marijuana Outlet and Marijuana Production Facility

FORM DS - 190

Required CUP documentation certifying locational information for sensitive receptors.

Revised March 2020

PDF icon Affordable Housing Requirements Checklist

FORM DS - 530

Required for all new residential development of 10 or more dwelling units outside of the Coastal Overlay Zone. Required for all new residential development of two or more dwelling units inside of the Coastal Overlay Zone. Required for all Affordable/In-Fill Housing or Sustainable Building Project wishing to enter into the expedited review process.

Revised July 2020

PDF icon Affordable/In - Fill Housing and Sustainable Buildings Expedite Program

FORM DS - 531

Required for projects with affordable housing and/or sustainable buildings wishing to enter expedite program (ministerial or discretionary).

Revised July 2020

Agreement to Hold the City Harmless

FORM DS - 268

To obtain a permission from the City of San Diego to permit the design and construction of improvements that will result in discharging of public drainage onto private property. This form is not available online and will be provided by the reviewer.

Revised January 2010

** Form DS - 268 is not available online. To request a copy, call 619-446-5152. **

PDF icon Application - Alternate Materials, Design, or Construction Methods or Code Modification

FORM DS - 104

Revised March 2021

PDF icon Application Extension Request for Grading/Right - of - Way and Mapping Projects

FORM DS - 4100

Use this form to request an application extension for Grading/Right-of -Way Permits or Process One mapping actions.

Revised October 2016

PDF icon Application for Extension of Time for Grading/Right-of-Way Permits

FORM DS - 340

Use this form to apply for an extension of time for a Grading and/or Public Right-of-Way Permit which has not expired.

Revised May 2013

PDF icon Application for Professional Certification Solar Photovoltaic Systems

FORM DS - 322

Use this form to apply for Professional Certification for Solar Photovoltaic Systems.

Revised January 2017

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