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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.
Information Bulletins provide information on fees, submittal requirements or procedures.
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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 January 2024
Requirements for Inclusionary Affordable Housing
This bulletin summarizes the City of San Diego’s Inclusionary Affordable Housing Ordinance. For more details, please see San Diego Municipal Code Chapter 14, Article 2, Division 13
Revised February 2023
How to Obtain a Temporary Use Permit
Information on what uses are allowed with a Temporary Use Permit
Revised September 2022
Wireless Communication Facilities (WCFs)
This Information Bulletin (IB) describes requirements for Wireless Communication Facilities (WCFs) citywide.
Revised January 2024
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
Regulations Governing Condominium Conversions
Information on the process for converting existing rental apartment units into condominiums.
Revised July 2019
How to Obtain a Neighborhood Use Permit for a Home Occupation
Revised July 2020
Submittal Requirements and Procedures Small Cell-Wireless Communication Facilities
This Information Bulletin describes the submittal requirements and procedures for Small Cell-Wireless Communication Facilities (SC-WCFs) proposed within the Citys Right of Way.
Revised September 2022
Permit Procedures for Shared Mobility Devices
This Information Bulletin describes the procedures for obtaining a permit to operate a Shared
Mobility Device within the public right of way in the City of San Diego.
Revised July 2021
How to Obtain a Permit for Private Grading
This Information Bulletin describes private grading and the process for obtaining a grading permit on private property where building construction is proposed. Private grading is a new process that involves grading plan review, grading permit issuance, and grading inspection by Development Services.
Revised September 2022