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Information Bulletins

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.

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Information Bulletins provide information on fees, submittal requirements or procedures.

INFORMATION BULLETIN 120

PDF icon How to Obtain Project Inspections

Inspection Process

Revised August 2020


INFORMATION BULLETIN 122

PDF icon How to Prepare a Site Plan and Vicinity Map

This Information Bulletin describes how to prepare a typical site plan and vicinity map for construction projects.

Revised February 2021


INFORMATION BULLETIN 123


INFORMATION BULLETIN 124

PDF icon How to Obtain a Permit for Residential Fire Sprinklers

Permitting procedures for the installation of fire sprinklers in single family, duplex, and townhome structures.

Revised March 2018


INFORMATION BULLETIN 137

PDF icon How to Obtain a Permit for Fire Alarm Systems

Permitting procedures for the installation of required and voluntary fire alarm systems.

Revised November 2022


INFORMATION BULLETIN 139

PDF icon How to Obtain a Permit for Fire Sprinkler Systems

Permitting procedures for the installation of NFPA 13 and 13R fire sprinkler systems.

Revised May 2019


INFORMATION BULLETIN 140

PDF icon How To Obtain a Permit to Build a Residential Addition / Remodel

Plan review and submittal requirements for additions and alterations to single family, duplex and townhome structures.

Revised June 2022


INFORMATION BULLETIN 141

PDF icon Single Family, Duplex, Townhome and Accessory Structure Soil Bearing Capacity

Procedure for determining load bearing values for foundation design of single family, duplex, and townhome structures.

Revised April 2022


INFORMATION BULLETIN 142

PDF icon Permitting Requirements for Residential Garage Conversions

Permit requirements to convert a garage of a single family or duplex to habitable (or non-parking) area.

Revised January 2016


INFORMATION BULLETIN 146

PDF icon School Fees

This informational bulletin explains how school fees are assessed for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.

Revised April 2022


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