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Information Bulletins
Information Bulletins provide information on fees, submittal requirements or procedures.
Submittal requirements for partial permits used when construction of an individual structure is divided into phases.
Revised January 2017
New shell buildings and existing buildings returning to a shell configuration.
Revised March 2018
This information bulletin describes the permit process associated with the “Permit Now Program.”
Revised July 2019
How to Obtain a Permit for a Fireplace
Revised July 2010
Identifies types of work that are eligible to obtain a building permit without a plan review.
Revised June 2020
Revised March 2013
Specifications for Patio Covers
Revised October 2016
Revised July 2019
Specifications for Solar Water Heating Systems
Revised January 2020
How to Obtain a Permit for a Retaining Wall/Fence
Permitting procedures to build retaining walls or fences using City of San Diego standard drawings.
Revised December 2005