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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
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INFORMATION BULLETIN 188

Deferred Submittals

Identifies building elements that qualify for deferred submittal and establishes related submittal procedures.

Revised April 2022


INFORMATION BULLETIN
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INFORMATION BULLETIN 581

Designated Historical Resource Review

If the project site/structure is Designated Historical OR located within a Historical District, it is subject to this review.

Revised October 2020


INFORMATION BULLETIN
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INFORMATION BULLETIN 515

Development Permit, Subdivision and Grading Permit Geotechnical Study Requirements

Minimum submittal requirements for geological/ geotechnical reports supporting development permits, subdivision approvals, or grading permits.

Revised October 2016


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INFORMATION BULLETIN 241

Factory-Built Housing

The purpose of this information bulletin is to explain permitting requirements for installing a newly constructed Factory-Built Housing (FBH).

Revised November 2022


INFORMATION BULLETIN
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INFORMATION BULLETIN 520

Federal Aviation Administration Notification and Evaluation Process

Federal Aviation Administration notification requirements for development projects.

Revised July 2020


INFORMATION BULLETIN
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INFORMATION BULLETIN 501

Fee Schedule for Construction Permits-Structures

This Information Bulletin lists the fees collected by the City of San Diego for construction permits for structures (building permits). Also listed are some, but not all, fees that may be required from agencies other than the City of San Diego.

Revised February 2023


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INFORMATION BULLETIN 506

Fee Schedule for Fire Fees

Use this fee schedule to determine the fire permit and plan check fees.

Revised September 2022


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INFORMATION BULLETIN 103

Fee Schedule for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing/Gas Permits

This information bulletin explains the process and fees associated with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) permits. Separate building and MEP permits are required for all non-residential and Multi-Dwelling Unit (MDU) construction.

Revised October 2023


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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 April 2024


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INFORMATION BULLETIN 502

Grading/Public Right-of-Way Permits & Mapping Actions

​​This Information Bulletin lists fees and deposits for Grading Permits, Public Right-of-way Permits and mapping actions. For project submittal information, see Project Submittal Manual, Sections 3 and 5.​ 

Revised February 2024