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Updates to Information Bulletins (IB)
DSD continuously updates its publications to align with the latest building codes, construction practices, safety standards, design guidelines and regulatory changes. Here is a summary of the most recently updated IBs:
- Oct. 9, 2025 | IB-120 "Project Inspections"
- Oct. 8, 2025| IB-151 "Request for Alternate Materials, Design or Construction Methods or Code Modifications"
- Oct. 8, 2025| IB-506 "Fee Schedule for Fire Permit Fees"
- Oct. 8, 2025 | IB-182 "How to Obtain a Permit for Private Utilities"
- Oct. 8, 2025 | IB-181 "How to Obtain a Permit for Private Underground Fire Service and Hydrants"
- Oct. 8, 2025 | IB-137 "How to Obtain a Permit for Fire Alarm Systems"
- Oct. 8, 2028|IB-139 "How to Obtain a Permit for Fire Sprinkler Systems"
- Oct. 8, 2025| IB-301 "How to Obtain a Permit for the Installation of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems"
- Sept. 30, 2025|IB-205 "Carports"
- Sept. 26, 2025|IB-166 "Water, Sewer or Fire Service"
- Sept. 2, 2025 | IB-241 "Factory Built Housing"
- Aug. 13, 2025 | IB-502 "Fee Schedule for Grading/Public Right-of-Way Permits and Mapping Actions"
- Aug. 8, 2025 | DS-126 "Bonding for Grading/Public Right-of-Way Permits and Maps"
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How to Obtain a Permit to Legalize Unpermitted Accessory Dwelling Units
The purpose of this bulletin is to explain the intent of California Senate Bill 1226 and California Assembly Bill 2533, and conditions by which it allows to legalize existing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) constructed without a building permit.
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How to Apply for a Change of Record
The purpose of this information bulletin is to outline the procedures for changing the property owner, contractor, permit holder, or the licensed design professional (architect/engineer) of record for a Building, Combination, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Sprinkler, or Fire Alarm Permit.
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How to Obtain a Permit for the Installation of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
This information bulletin explains the submittal and permitting process and the associated fees for the installation of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems.
Revised
Spaces as Places allows for the use of the public right of way and private property for outdoor dining and other uses through a menu of options, including Streetaries, Active Sidewalks, Outdoor Dining on Private Property, and Promenades.
Revised
Water Meter and Backflow Prevention Standards
This information bulletin provides guidance on the design standards of water meters and backflow preventers.
Revised
Expired Grading and Public Right-of-Way Permits
This information bulletin explains streamlined processing options for expired Grading, Private Grading and Public Right-of-Way Permits.
Revised
This Information Bulletin describes VMT transportation impact analysis as part of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance for discretionary project applications.
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Construction Changes to Grading and Right-of-Way Approvals
This Information Bulletin describes the procedures for obtaining approval for changes to engineering plans that have been approved for Grading and Right-of-Way permits.
Revised
Accessory Dwelling Unit/Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit
This Information Bulletin provides guidance on City of San Diego's requirements for obtaining a Building Permit to construct Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU). General Regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units and/or Junior Accessory Dwelling Units can be found in San Diego Municipal Code Chapter 14, Article 1, Division 3.
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