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Building permits

Building code, permits, and inspections. Email the Permit Center team at permitcenter@sfgov.org

Permit Center closed to visitors

1660 Mission is closed to visitors right now, due to the coronavirus. If you have questions, email the Permit Center.

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Services

Building permits during the coronavirus outbreak

City services during the coronavirus outbreak

San Franciscans are required to stay home except for essential needs. Essential government services are operating.

Information on construction projects during the coronavirus outbreak

Find out which construction projects are essential and will continue, and get information to keep construction job sites safe.

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

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

City Planning

Under the direction of the Planning Commission, we work to help guide the growth and development of our City.

Department of Building Inspection

DBI approves plans and permits all building in the City. We make sure construction is safe, timely and professional.

Fire Department

SFFD protects San Franciscans from fires and natural disasters, through education and emergency services.

Public Utilities Commission

Public Works