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Division 1 — General Construction Permit Authority and Procedures

§129.0111 General Rules for Construction Permit Inspections

San Diego Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · San Diego

All work for which Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Demolition/Removal, Fire, and Mechanical Permits are required shall be subject to inspection by the Building Official. The Building Official is authorized to inspect, or cause to be inspected, the work prior to and subsequent to the issuance of the applicable permit or permits. Inspections shall be performed in accordance with the inspection procedures established by the Building Official, except as may be exempted by the Land Development Code. Permit holders shall comply with Municipal Code Section 129.0112.

  • (a) The permit holder shall be informed of the inspections and the sequence of inspections required.

Ch. Art. Div. 12 9 1 9

San Diego Municipal Code

Chapter 12: Land Development Reviews

(10-2024)

  • (b) No work shall be done beyond the point indicated in each successive inspection without first obtaining the approval of the Building Official.

  • (c) No portion of any work shall be concealed until inspected and approved.

  • (d) After making the requested inspections, the Building Official shall either indicate that the inspected portion of the construction is satisfactory as completed or shall notify the permit holder that the inspected portion fails to comply with the San Diego Fire Code and the Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential Building, Green Building, and Existing Building Regulations of the San Diego Municipal Code, or with other applicable regulations of the Municipal Code.

  • (e) Any portions of work that do not comply with requirements shall be corrected and such portion shall not be covered or concealed until inspected and authorized by the Building Official.

  • (f) A survey of the lot may be required to verify that the structure is located in accordance with the approved plans.

  • (g) When the City Engineer determines that an existing survey monument will be removed, altered or destroyed due to construction, demolition, grading, or other construction activities, a survey shall be required to reestablish the property corner, or an offset to the property corner, and the proper documents shall be filed with the County Surveyor pursuant to the California Business and Professions Code. The survey shall be made at no expense to the City.

  • (h) A final inspection, with approval of all structures and installations, is required before occupancy and use, unless specifically excepted. If grading is involved, final inspection shall be after finish grading .

  • (i) The Building Official may revoke final inspection approval upon written notice served on the permit holder , if the Building Official determines that the Building Permit or inspection approval was approved in error, or that the approved work is unsafe, dangerous, or a hazard to life, health, safety, or property.

(Added 12-9-1997 by O-18451 N.S.; effective 1-1-2000.) (Amended 7-31-2012 by O-20187 N.S.; effective 8-30-2012.) (Amended 4-6-2016 by O-20624 N.S.; effective 5-6-2016.) (Amended 1-18-2018 by O-20897 N.S.; effective 2-17-2018.)

Ch. Art. Div. 12 9 1 10

San Diego Municipal Code (10-2024)

Chapter 12: Land Development Reviews

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  43. Division 4 — Tentative Maps (Added 12-9-1997 by O-18451 N.S.)
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  50. Division 3 — Conditional Use Permit Procedures
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    Overview
    1. §129.0101 Purpose of Construction Review Procedures
    2. §129.0102 When Construction Permit Procedures Apply
    3. §129.0103 Interpretation of Differing Regulations
    4. §129.0104 Construction Permit Authorities
    5. §129.0105 How to Apply for Construction Permit Review
    6. §129.0107 Decision Process for Construction Permits
    7. §129.0108 Issuance of a Construction Permit
    8. §129.0109 Use of Alternate Materials, Design, or Construction …
    9. §129.0110 Testing of Materials, Designs, or Construction Methods
    10. §129.0111 General Rules for Construction Permit Inspections
    11. §129.0112 Responsibilities of Permit Holder Regarding Inspecti…
    12. §129.0113 When a Certificate of Occupancy Is Required
    13. §129.0114 Issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy
    14. § 129.0115 Issuance of a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy
    15. §129.0116 Posting of Certificate of Occupancy
    16. §129.0117 Temporary Construction Permit
    17. §129.0118 Suspension or Revocation of a Certificate of Occupancy
    18. §129.0119 Bond Required for Construction Permit for Grading or…
    19. §129.0120 Lot Tie Agreements
    20. §129.0121 License and Insurance Requirements for Contractors a…
    21. §129.0122 Indemnification for Construction Permits
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