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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.

Apply for a Permit

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

INFORMATION BULLETIN 718

PDF icon How to Obtain a Public Right-of-Way Permit for a Storage Container

This information bulletin explains how to obtain a Traffic Control Permit for a storage container/moving pod.

Revised September 2022


INFORMATION BULLETIN 719

PDF icon Phased Projects

This information bulletin describes the submittal requirements and approval process for ministerial phased projects.

Revised June 2022


INFORMATION BULLETIN 195

Affordable Housing Permit Now Program

This information bulletin describes the program for processing priority housing projects according to an enhanced approach called Affordable Housing Permit Now.

Revised March 2023


INFORMATION BULLETIN 538

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


INFORMATION BULLETIN 503

Fee/Deposit Schedules for Development & Policy Approvals/Permits

This information bulletin (IB) lists fees and deposits for discretionary and policy approvals.

Revised March 2023


INFORMATION BULLETIN 523

How to Obtain a Permit for a Sidewalk Café

This information bulletin (IB) describes the approval process and submittal requirements for a sidewalk café.

Revised November 2022


INFORMATION BULLETIN 143

How to Obtain a Permit for Alcoholic Beverage Outlets

This Information Bulletin (IB) explains how to obtain a permit for Alcoholic Beverage Outlets.

Revised March 2023


INFORMATION BULLETIN 409

Multi-Dwelling Unit Developments and Urban Lot Splits

This Information Bulletin addresses the City of San Diego’s regulations to implement California Senate Bill 9 (SB 9), which permits multi-dwelling unit development and lot splits, under specified circumstances, on parcels zoned for single dwelling unit development and Planned District Zones that permit single dwelling unit development. It also provides guidance on requirements for obtaining a building permit to construct a dwelling unit using those provisions.

Revised February 2023


INFORMATION BULLETIN 710

Permit Instructions, Procedures for Building Demolition/Removal

This Information Bulletin provides guidance on the Demolition/Removal Permit Procedures in Chapter 12, Article 9, Division 5 of the San Diego Municipal Code.

Revised March 2023


INFORMATION BULLETIN 610

Project Issue Resolution

The purpose of this Information Bulletin is to identify a process for applicants to follow once a legitimate project issue is identified.

Revised December 2022


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