See more: Building Building permits Building code, permits, and inspections. Apply for a building permit We are accepting all permits online. Get information Services Building permits Apply for a building permit Building permits for new construction, additions, alterations, or repairs. Submit other building permit requests Follow these steps to build or paint a sign, demolish a building, or excavate. Track your building permit application Find building permits for current and past construction projects in our permit tracking system (PTS). Submit addenda for your site permit Follow our instructions to submit addenda to a site permit originally submitted with paper plans. Other permits and inspections Schedule a building inspection Registered contractors can schedule building inspections online. Apply for a boiler permit Registered contractors can renew or apply for boiler permits online. Apply for a plumbing permit Registered contractors can apply for plumbing permits online. Apply for an electrical permit Registered contractors can apply for electric permits online. Building permits during the coronavirus outbreak Information on construction projects during the coronavirus outbreak Construction projects are allowed if they follow specific safety protocols. Get information to keep construction sites safe. City services during the coronavirus outbreak San Franciscans are required to stay home except for essential needs. Essential government services are operating. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) Add units to your property Add accessory dwelling units (ADUs), granny flats, inlaw units, or cottages to a residential building. Resources Building permits during the coronavirus outbreak The Department of Building Inspection and the Permit Center are working. 1660 Mission is closed to visitors. Current building codes The City updated building codes in 2019. The updated codes were effective January 1, 2020. Building permit fees The City requires you to pay building permit fees for all projects. Find the relevant fees for your project. Fire Department plan check information The Fire Department reviews plans for buildings with 3 or more residential units. Schedule a building inspection on the phone or in-person If you are not registered with the City, schedule your building inspection on the phone or in-person. Related departments Fire Department SFFD protects San Franciscans from fires and natural disasters, through education and emergency services. Department of Building Inspection DBI approves plans and permits all building in the City. We make sure construction is safe, timely and professional. Public Utilities Commission SF Planning Under the direction of the Planning Commission, we work to help guide the growth and development of our City.
