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More contractor permits are moving to the PermitSF portal soon.
Licensed contractors can get a head start by creating an account, registering their license & authorizing employees to apply on their behalf to save time on future applications.
Learn more: sf.gov/licensed-contractors-…
Neighbors stopped by our table at a community event with permitting questions.
Interim Deputy Director of Permit Services Jimmy C, Sr Housing Inspector Christina D & Associate Engineer Claire H were there to help.
Thank you to District 11 Supervisor Chyanne Chen for hosting!
Help build the future of San Francisco!
The Building Inspection Commission is seeking a Licensed Residential Projects Contractor to serve on the Code Advisory Committee and help shape updates to the Building Code. Applications due August 17.
Apply today: media.api.sf.gov/documents/A…
Missed our latest PermitSF Customer Forum?
Watch the recording to hear updates about OpenGov, recent permit timeline and expiration changes, all-electric and updated exterior structure inspection requirements: youtube.com/watch?v=jdcHL8FF….
Join us tonight at 6:00-7:30pm at 5845 Mission Street for the District 11 Open House.
Our team will be available to answer your questions about permits, inspections and more. We look forward to seeing you there!
Join us tomorrow at 3:30-5pm for our next PermitSF Customer Forum!
We'll share updates on the PermitSF portal and contractor authorization process, all-electric construction requirements, permit timeline and expiration changes and more.
Register now: events.gcc.teams.microsoft.c…
If you couldn't join last week's all-electric webinar with @SFEnvironment, watch the recording to learn about all-electric requirements for select new construction projects and major renovations.
Watch the recording: youtube.com/watch?v=kr3a9AyC…
Join us at 3:30-5pm on Wednesday, July 22 for our next PermitSF Customer Forum!
We'll share updates on the PermitSF portal and contractor authorization process, all-electric requirements, permit expiration changes and more.
Register to attend: sf.gov/permitsfforum
San Francisco's all-electric requirements are now in effect for some new construction projects and major renovations.
Join our webinar with @SFEnvironment at 3:30pm tomorrow, July 8, to learn more and get your questions answered live.
Register now: tinyurl.com/allelectricwebin…
Good news! You can now apply online for all sign, awning and no-plan reroofing permits through the PermitSF portal.
Once your permit is approved, you can download it directly from the portal and schedule inspections all in one place.
Learn more: sf.gov/june-29-2026-updates-…
Good news for apartment building owners!
Decks, balconies, stairways, walkways and other exterior elevated elements now only need one inspection every six years to meet both City and state requirements.
Learn more: sf.gov/fulfill-safety-requir…
Join DBI and San Francisco Environment Department for a webinar at 3:30pm today on San Francisco’s new all-electric building requirements taking effect July 1, 2026.
We'll walk through what's changing and answer your questions live.
Register to join: tinyurl.com/allelectricwebin…
Senior Building Inspector Fergal C., Records Division Manager Alex C. and Technical Services Engineer Calvin H. joined @SFARMLS to answer questions about Accessory Dwelling Units, 3R Reports and legalizing unpermitted spaces.
Watch the webinar recording: youtube.com/watch?v=UT_Xn-by…
Join our PermitSF Portal webinar at 3:30-4:30pm on June 18 for a walkthrough of account registration, contractor validation, and online permit applications.
The PermitSF team will be available to answer questions and help you get started.
Sign up today: tinyurl.com/permitsfwebinar
Deputy Director of Permit Services Jimmy C. and Permit Technicians Calvin M. and JJ L. represented DBI at the Chinese Real Estate Association of America expo to answer questions about Accessory Dwelling Units and more.
We value these opportunities to engage with the community!
Get your home improvement project off to the right start!
Check out the Chinese Real Estate Association of America annual expo at 11-3pm this Saturday, June 6 at 1111 Gough Street.
We'll be there to answer your questions about permits, inspections, and building requirements.
San Francisco offers multiple ways for you to apply for a permit based on your construction project type, including the PermitSF Portal, Online Contractor Permits, Over-the-Counter permits and In-House Review.
Find the right path for your project at sf.gov/where-to-apply-for-yo….
Licensed contractors can validate their license once in the PermitSF Portal, so they do not have to show they are licensed and qualified each time they apply.
They can also authorize employees to obtain permits under their license.
Learn more: sf.gov/licensed-contractors-…
Did you miss our OpenGov and contractor authorization updates at the PermitSF forum yesterday?
Catch the latest: youtube.com/watch?v=W00rNCUx…