Updates to Information Bulletins (IB), Technical Bulletins (TB) and Forms
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, TBs and Forms: 

• Nov. 4, 2025  | TB-BLDG-17-1 "How to Become a Registered Special Inspector"
• 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"
• Oct. 7, 2025 | TB-BLDG-17-5 "Approval of Building Product Listing and Evaluation Agencies"
• Oct. 7, 2025| TB-BLDG-17-6 "Testing and Inspections for Proof of Compliance"
• Oct. 2, 2025| TB-BLDG-17-2 "Duties of Special Inspector, Approved Material Testing Laboratory, and Special Inspection Agency"
• Sept. 30, 2025|IB-205 "Carports"
• Sept. 26, 2025|IB-166 "Water, Sewer or Fire Service"
• Sept. 18, 2025|TB-RESD-3-4 "Sprinkler Requirements for Accessory Dwelling Units"
• Sept. 10, 2025 | DS-375"Preliminary Review Questionnaire"
• Sept. 2, 2025 | IB-241"Factory Built Housing"