🚨 Form Updates: DSA 250 revised & new DSA 251 issued! DSA 250 now has consolidated project info, expanded inspections, and added instructions. DSA 251 covers structural tests not in the DSA 200 series. View the 250 and 251 on the DSA Forms webpage here: dgs.ca.gov/DSA/Publications

The October 2026 CASp Exam Project Type has been announced! DSA is pleased to share that the open‑book portion will feature a newly constructed DMV Field Office. For registration dates and exam details, visit the DSA CASp Certification webpage here: tinyurl.com/2bpwznzj

Second Quarter Document Summary 2026: DSA has posted the latest list of new and revised forms, publications, and announcements for Q2 2026. Read the full report here: tinyurl.com/mr2hhdkh

CASp Resources Now Available in Multiple Languages! DSA, in partnership with CCDA, has translated three CASp resource documents into 17 languages to better support California’s diverse communities. Access the documents here under Additional Information: tinyurl.com/36u4p2s5

Space still available! Join the CASp Code Discussion Group (CCDG) for an open Questions and Answers (Q&A) Session. Register closes on June 18 at 11:30 am. Visit the CCDG webpage here for more information: tinyurl.com/yr9ehve3

REMINDER: DSA has launched the new web-based DSA 90 Pre‑Application Meeting Request Form (effective June 1, 2026). DSA 90 replaces forms 91–94. After submission, your regional office will schedule the meeting. Click here for the new DSA 90: tinyurl.com/2ts8bm23

DSA has updated IR A‑14. Key changes include larger allowable outdoor “black box” units (up to 500 sq ft), new design clarifications, requirements for units to be designed as new buildings, and added fire‑sprinkler support info. Now available here: dgs.ca.gov/dsa/publications

DSA will launch the new web‑based DSA 90: Pre‑Application Meeting Request Form on June 1, 2026. This single form replaces DSA 91–94 and streamlines scheduling with regional offices. For questions, contact the appropriate DSA regional office.

DSA has issued Policy (PL) 26‑01 and the new form DSA 1‑AMM‑810: Request for Alternate Materials and Methods for Fire Service Features. Both PL 26‑01 and the DSA 1‑AMM‑810 take effect July 1, 2026 and are found on the DSA Forms and Publication Page here: dgs.ca.gov/DSA

First Quarter Document Summary 2026: DSA has posted the latest list of new and revised forms, publications, and announcements for Q1 2026. Read the full report here: tinyurl.com/373kwhpy

DSA has revised IR PC-7 for steel cantilevered canopy structures. The changes clarify design requirements for solar panel attachments, inspection/testing for pretensioned fasteners, and highlight updates in Sections 2.2.1 and E1. 📄 Learn more: dgs.ca.gov/DSA/Publications

🚨 Document Update: IR A-22 DSA has updated IR A-22: Construction Projects and Items Exempt from DSA Review. This update clarifies exempt work and revises cost thresholds per CAC §§4-308 & 4-309(a). Learn more here: dgs.ca.gov/DSA/Publications

Fourth Quarterly Document Summary 2025 DSA has posted the latest list of new and revised forms, publications, and announcements for Q4 2025. 📄Read the full report here: dgs.ca.gov/-/media/Divisions…

DSA has issued BU 26-01: Sustainable Schools Program! Learn about new resources to help K-12 schools & community colleges achieve sustainability goals. 📄Available on the DSA Publications webpage here: dgs.ca.gov/DSA/Publications Questions? Contact [email protected].

🚨 DSA has updated the DSA 1 form. Changes include: • Removed “Past Application Occupied without DSA Certification?” from Items #5–10 • Removed DSA 145 request for OTC projects • Added checkbox for geohazard report not required Find the updated form: dgs.ca.gov/DSA/Forms

📢 Attention all Certified Access Specialist (CASp) candidates. The dates for October 2026 CASp exam have been released. Visit the DSA’s CASp Certification webpage for complete details: tinyurl.com/5934tket

📷 Documents Update! DSA has updated the following Wood series Interpretation of Regulations (IR) to align with the 2025 California Building Code: • IR 23-1 • IR 23-4 • IR 23-8 • IR 23-9 • IR 23-10 📷 View the latest versions on our Publications page: dgs.ca.gov/DSA/Publications

Check out the latest document update summary from the Division of the State Architect! A list of new and revised forms and publications for Q3 2025 is now available to view here: tinyurl.com/27kez97u

Space still available! Join the CASp Code Discussion Group (CCDG) to discuss Review of the CASp Handbook. Register closes on August 14 at 11:30 am. Visit the CCDG webpage here for more information: tinyurl.com/5n7vtw5u

🚨 Form Update: DSA 151 🚨 DSA has updated form DSA 151: Project Inspector Notifications. The update includes a new required notification for the commencement of structural steel erection, per the 2025 CA Administrative Code. View DSA Forms here: dgs.ca.gov/DSA/Forms