San Diego, California Building Codes

Building Codes References

• San Diego follows the California Building Code based on the ICC Uniform Codes. San Diego has amendments to the state code (see below). The California Building Code is available from ICC
• San Diego’s Development Services offers a myriad of important construction information online including: construction applications and forms; Building Newsletters that contain code interpretations; a zoning information request form; and permit assistance.
The 2007 California Building Standards Code changes will take effect January 1, 2008. For more information visit the California Building Standards Commission.
Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (IBC 2006)Building Code Review, (619) 446-5134
Structural CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (IBC 2006)Building Code Review, (619) 446-5134
Plumbing CodeCalifornia Building Standards CodeBuilding Code Review, (619) 446-5156
Mechanical CodeCalifornia Building Standards CodeBuilding Code Review, (619) 446-5134
Electrical CodeCalifornia Electrical Code 2007 (NEC 2005)Building Code Review, (619) 446-5134
Accessibility CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007Building Code Review, (619) 446-5134
Energy CodeCalifornia Energy Code 2007Building Code Review, (619) 446-5134
Elevator CodeCalifornia Elevator Safety Construction Code 2007Building Code Review, (619) 446-5134
Other CodesZoning/Land Use: San Diego Municipal Code. Contact the San Diego City Clerk, (619) 533-3400.

Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
Jurisdictional AreaContact
StructuralDivision of Building and Safety
Building Code Review
Phone: (619) 446-5134
PlumbingDivision of Building and Safety
Building Code Review
Phone: (619) 446-5134
MechanicalDivision of Building and Safety
Building Code Review
Phone: (619) 446-5134
ElectricalDivison of Building and Safety
Building Code Review
Phone: (619) 446-5134
AccessibilityDivision of Building and Safety
Building Code Review
Phone: (619) 446-5134
Historic PreservationMike Tudury
Senior Planner
Phone: (619) 533-6227
EnvironmentalEnviornmental Services
Phone: (858) 694-7000
Fire MarshalFire Prevention - New Construction
Phone: (619) 446-5440
CivilLand Development Review Information
Phone: (619) 446-5460
ZoningDevelopment & Permit Information
Phone: (619) 446-5460
PlanningWilliam Anderson, FAICP
Director
Phone: (619) 533-6335
City AttorneyMichael Aguirre
City Attorney
Phone: (619) 236-6220
Public WorksEngineering and Capital Projects
Phone: (619) 533-3101
Parks/RecreationCarol Wood
Park Planning & Development
Phone: (619) 525-8223
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