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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 Prepare a Site Plan and Vicinity Map
This Information Bulletin describes how to prepare a typical site plan and vicinity map for construction projects.
Revised February 2021
Minimum Standards for Renewal of Roof Covering
Revised June 2022
How to Obtain a Permit for Residential Fire Sprinklers
This Information Bulletin describes the procedures for obtaining a permit to install a fire sprinkler system per the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 13D Standard in a single-family home, duplex, or townhome.
Revised January 2024
Residential Building Permits: Group R-2 vs. Group R-3
The purpose of this information bulletin is to explain permitting requirements for residential projects (single- and multi-dwelling unit buildings). Specifically, this Information Bulletin describes the differences between occupancy Groups R-2 and R-3, the two permit types – Building Permit and Combination Building Permit, along with the building code, submittal, and inspection requirements for the different permit types.
Revised September 2023
How to Obtain a Permit for Fire Alarm Systems
Permitting procedures for the installation of required and voluntary fire alarm systems.
Revised November 2022
How to Obtain a Permit for Fire Sprinkler Systems
This Information Bulletin describes the procedures for obtaining a permit to install a fire sprinkler system per the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 13 or 13R Standards in non-residential or multi-dwelling unit buildings
Revised February 2024
How To Obtain a Permit to Build a Residential Addition / Remodel
Plan review and submittal requirements for additions and alterations to single family, duplex and townhome structures.
Revised June 2022
Single Family, Duplex, Townhome and Accessory Structure Soil Bearing Capacity
Procedure for determining load bearing values for foundation design of single family, duplex, and townhome structures.
Revised April 2022
Permitting Requirements for Residential Garage Conversions
Permit requirements to convert a garage of a single family or duplex to habitable (or non-parking) area.
Revised January 2016