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Fee/Deposit Schedules for Development & Policy Approvals/Permits
This information bulletin (IB) lists fees and deposits for discretionary and policy approvals.
Revised September 2026
Affordable, In-Fill Housing and Sustainable Buildings Expedite Program
This information bulletin (IB) describes the minimum submittal requirements and permit process for the Affordable, In-fill Housing and Sustainable Buildings Expedite Program (Expedite Program). The Expedite Program provides expedited discretionary and ministerial permit processing for all eligible affordable, in-fill housing and sustainable development permits and building projects (see Section III below).
Revised March 2023
Professional Certification for Discretionary Project Applications
This Information Bulletin describes the Professional Certificate Process Development Permit Completeness Review.
Revised October 2023
This Information Bulletin describes the eligibility and application process for subdivisions that are exempt from the requirement to obtain a tentative map.
Revised October 2024
Wireless Communication Facilities (WCFs)
This Information Bulletin (IB) describes requirements for Wireless Communication Facilities (WCFs) citywide.
Revised April 2026
How to Obtain a Permit for Encroachments in the Right-of-Way
Permitting requirements for encroachments into the public right-of-way or a public easement.
Revised November 2025
How to Obtain a Permit for a Fireplace
This Information Bulletin describes the minimum requirements for obtaining a permit for a fireplace in residential buildings.
Revised February 2024
This Information Bulletin describes the optional service of a Public Project Assessment (PPA) offered by the Development Services Department (DSD).
Revised May 2025
This Information Bulletin describes the Municipal Code sections, required permits, and operational considerations for all types of cannabis businesses in the City of San Diego. It consolidates previous Information Bulletins 170 and 171.
Revised September 2026
How to Calculate Exterior Wall Demolition within the Coastal Overlay Zone
This Information Bulletin provides general information concerning San Diego Municipal Code Section 126.0704(a)(5) and the demolition or removal of 50% or more of the existing exterior walls of existing structures within the Coastal Overlay Zone.
Revised April 2023