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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 Residential Decks
Revised August 2022
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 October 2020
Standard Cantilevered Retaining Walls
This Information Bulletin provides prescriptive reinforced masonry cantilevered retaining wall designs compliant with the San Diego Municipal Code and approved by the City of San Diego.
Revised December 2023
This Information Bulletin provides prescriptive designs for the construction of masonry, chain link or wood fences that are seven feet or less in height and solely support their self-weight.
Revised December 2023
How to Obtain a Permit for State of California Approved Commercial Coaches
This information bulletin is to explain the policy of the City of San Diego concerning the use and permitting requirements of commercial coaches that are approved by the State of California.
Revised September 2023
The purpose of this information bulletin is to explain permitting requirements for installing a newly constructed Factory-Built Housing (FBH).
Revised November 2022
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 conditions by which it allows to legalize existing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) constructed without a building permit.
Revised July 2022
Building Projects Change of Record
Changing of 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.
Revised January 2022
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 August 2023
Above-Grade Building Encroachments in the Public Right-of-Way
Revised July 2023