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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

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S.F.’s Department of Building Inspection chief to retire, ending tenure marked by corruption reform

O’Riordan, a native of Ireland, took over the city’s Department of Building Inspection after a federal corruption probe.

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San Francisco Public Works @sfpublicworks.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

📣 It's here! Say goodbye to paper, hello to the new Public Works Permits Portal! We're excited to announce the launch of the Public Works Permits Portal – your new digital gateway to faster, simpler permitting. 👉 sfpublicworks.org/permitsportal

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

We’ve made the over-the-counter permit process faster and easier. Check in at the front desk and you’ll be sent to a permit technician to start your application. We'll provide a permit number, explain next steps and flag any violations. Learn more: sf.gov/eliminating-step-otcpermit.

Eliminating a Step in Over-the-Counter Permitting | SF.gov

November 24, 2025

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Good news! Projects on flat or gently sloped properties will no longer be automatically sent for licensed engineer review. DBI will now only require review when the project design or site conditions show a need for geotechnical or structural evaluation. Learn more: tinyurl.com/hillside-review

Check if your project requires a geotechnical report or third-party engineering review | SF.gov

Learn when your project may need a geotechnical report or heightened engineering review to protect San Francisco’s hillside properties and ensure safe construction.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Join us tomorrow evening! DBI’s Richard S., architect and Senior Building Inspector, will be part of the American Institute of Architects panel discussion on how everyday architecture influences San Francisco at 5:30-7:30pm on November 19 at 140 Sutter Street. Register now: tinyurl.com/4vkaerhp

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

We value every opportunity to meet with you and answer your questions. Plan Review Manager Jimmy C. and Building Inspector Jeffrey B. joined neighbors at the Pacific Heights Residents Association meeting this week where they answered questions about permit timelines and updates.

SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

High winds up to 35mph are expected at 10pm tonight through 10am tomorrow. Gusts may reach 60mph. Prepare now: - Close and latch windows. - Secure outdoor items. - Report window damage to management. For building concerns, call 311 for DBI to inspect. Stay safe. #DBIStormAlert

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Join your neighbors at the Pacific Heights Residents Association Annual Meeting, where DBI Plan Review Manager Jimmy C. and Building Inspector Jeff B. will take part in a discussion with City and State officials about SF projects and priorities. Register: phra-sf.org/2025-annual-meeting

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

DBI’s Richard S., an architect & Senior Building Inspector, will join an upcoming AIASF panel. Hear how everyday architecture, from schools to neighborhood spaces, shapes the city we share. Join us at 5:30-7:30pm on Tuesday, November 19 at 140 Sutter Street! Register: tinyurl.com/4vkaerhp

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Strong winds up to 45mph are expected starting at 10pm tonight through 4pm tomorrow. Prepare now: ✔️Close and latch windows. ✔️Secure outdoor items. ✔️Report window damage to management. For building concerns, call 311 for DBI to inspect. Stay safe. #DBIStormAlert

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

San Francisco is advancing toward a cleaner, all-electric future. A new City law requires many buildings undergoing major renovations to convert from gas to electric systems beginning July 1, 2026. Learn more about the City’s all-electric building requirements: sf.gov/dbi-allelectric

All-Electric Buildings in San Francisco | SF.gov

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Our Permit Tracking System makes it easy to stay on top of your project from start to finish. View the latest updates on your San Francisco building, electrical and plumbing permit applications in real time, all in one place: dbiweb02.sfgov.org/dbipts.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

DBI participated in this month's Fleet Week and @sf-emergency.sf.gov emergency response exercise and coordinated with City partners to strengthen our disaster response. Exercises like this helps us stay ready to serve our city when it matters most. #RebuildingDBI

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sf-emergency.sf.gov @sf-emergency.sf.gov · 09/10/2025

Yesterday DEM held its largest emergency preparedness exercise of the year, based on a simulated earthquake. The drill tested logistics, interoperable/backup communications, and cross-sector coordination across four sites, with local and private participation despite the federal shutdown.

SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Recently, DBI’s Senior Building Inspector Fergal C. & Plan Check Manager Jimmy C., with Planning’s Deputy Zoning Administrator Natalia F., joined the @SFARMLS webinar to answer questions about legalizing unpermitted spaces & ADUs. Watch a recording of the webinar: youtube.com/watch?v=Ce7Is8iZ8IY

Unwarranted Spaces Part 2 Get Your Questions Answered | September 18, 2025

YouTube video by SFARSocial

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Thinking about adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit to your property? We’ve updated our webpages with a step-by-step guide, property eligibility details, and information about our Permit Review Roundtable to help you plan and permit your project. Learn more: sf.gov/topics--accessory-dwelling-unit-adu

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) | SF.gov

Add accessory dwelling units (ADUs), in-law units, or cottages to residential properties.

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San Francisco Mayor’s Office of Housing & Community Development @sfmohcd.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

We are pleased to announce a new funding opportunity to support the build-out or code compliance of long-standing vacant commercial spaces. Funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis. sf.gov/information-...

SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

The City has launched a faster and easier way to add, change or retire an SF building address! All you need to do is submit an Address Request Form with your permit application, or on its own if no construction is planned. Learn more: sf.gov/building-address

Request a new building address | SF.gov

Submit a permit application and address request form to create, change or retire an existing address.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Great news! The City is expanding a faster review process across all permitting departments. If your initial completeness review, plan check or plan review recheck hits a 4th round of comments, a supervisor will step in to keep your project on track. Questions? Email dbicustomerservice@sfgov.org.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Couldn’t make it to Wednesday’s PermitSF Customer Forum? Catch the full recording on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=EY2TeCGgt5U

PermitSF Customer Forum - September 24, 2025

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

The Permit Center & City offices at 49 South Van Ness are temporarily w/o power; services are unavailable. Today's Director's Hearings are cancelled & inspections continue as scheduled. PG&E stated the power should return before noon today. We will reopen & resume services at that time. Thank you.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Good news for San Franciscans going solar! We launched a digital solar permit for single family homes, duplexes, and townhomes. Now licensed contractors can apply for a permit and schedule an inspection online. Learn more: sf.gov/step-by-step--get-permit-solar-photovoltaic-system

Get a permit for a solar photovoltaic system | SF.gov

Submit your application to install a photovoltaic (PV) system with solar panels and eligible battery storage.

SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Join us on Wednesday, September 24 at 3:30-5pm for our next PermitSF Customer Forum! We'll share updates on permit application cancellations, new solar permits, addressing, PermitSF Planning Code changes, and more. Register now to attend the forum: sf.gov/permitsfforum.

PermitSF Customer Forum | SF.gov

A quarterly meeting where our customers can make recommendations to improve permitting processes.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Working on a project? We’ve got you covered! The Permit Center & our service counters are open: - Mondays at 9am-5pm - Tuesdays-Fridays at 8am-5pm Plan Review and Print Center queues close at 4:30pm to allow time for project review.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Last weekend, DBI attended the 2025 Chinese Real Estate Expo to connect with homeowners, contractors, and real estate pros and answer questions about permits. Missed us? If you have a question about permits or building codes, contact us at TechQ@sfgov.org. We're here to help.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

Do you dream of opening a business in San Francisco? See how one small business owner partnered with DBI to bring her vision to life in this new @sfgovtv.sf.gov video: youtube.com/watch?v=-SczoRVU74E. We’re here to help you build and move your project forward.

Turning Dreams into Reality: LoreSF Speakeasy & Escape Room

YouTube video by SFGovTV

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Join us today at 3:30-5pm for our next PermitSF Customer Forum! We'll share updates on enhanced permit routing, key legislative reforms, what's next for PermitSF, and more. Register now: bit.ly/permitsfforum

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Join us on Wednesday, June 25 at 3:30-5pm for our next PermitSF Customer Forum! We'll share updates on enhanced permit routing, key legislative reforms, what's next for PermitSF, and more. Register now to attend the forum: sf.gov/permitsfforum

PermitSF Customer Forum | SF.gov

A quarterly meeting where our customers can make recommendations to improve permitting processes.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Can single-stair buildings help deliver more housing? Acting Permit Services Deputy Director Mary W. recently represented DBI at the AIASF Housing Symposium to discuss single-stair residential design & development, tying into the city’s broader efforts to streamline permitting. #RebuildingDBI

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Big thanks to Mayor Daniel Lurie for stopping by and visiting the Permit Center today! We walked through each step of the permitting process and showed how DBI and other permitting departments are working together to make it faster and easier to build in San Francisco. #PermitSF #RebuildingDBI

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Good news! San Francisco is phasing out all 56 physical stamps for In-House Review building permit applications. Starting this week, City approvals will be documented in a table on the Building Permit and Application report. Learn more: sf.gov/dbi-digitalstamp #RebuildingDBI

SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Big improvements to permitting in San Francisco! Through Mayor Daniel Lurie's PermitSF initiative, the city is simplifying the process, making it faster and easier to open a small business or complete home upgrades. Learn more: sf.gov/permitsf #PermitSF #RebuildingDBI

PermitSF | SF.gov

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Good news! Our permitting system now automatically routes In-House Review applications to the appropriate review teams based on the initial completeness check, which will reduce delays and keep your project moving forward. Learn more: bit.ly/inhouse-routing #RebuildingDBI #PermitSF

Faster Routing Now in Place for In-House Permit Applications | SF.gov

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Join us TODAY at 3:30–5:00PM for our PermitSF Customer Forum! We’ll share updates on PermitSF, our new hours of operation, the upcoming Concrete Building Safety Program, and the work of our new Code Streamlining Committee. Register now: sf.gov/permitsfforum

PermitSF Customer Forum | SF.gov

A quarterly meeting where our customers can make recommendations to improve permitting processes.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Interested in SF building safety and policy? The Building Inspection Commission has two open seats for a two-year term: one for tenant safety and habitability, and the other requires experience in engineering, architecture, or construction. Apply now: sf.gov/submit-your-name-mayoral-appointment

Apply for a Mayoral Appointment to a Board or Commission | SF.gov

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Good news! You can now access Notices of Violation (NOV) for housing complaints in real time through our Permit Tracking System: dbiweb02.sfgov.org/dbipts/. Search by address or complaint, and if an NOV was issued, you'll find a link at the bottom of the housing complaint data sheet. #RebuildingDBI

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

Introducing a more efficient way to track your permit. In-House Review applicants now receive a digital permit & application report that keeps key project details in one place and updates throughout the review process. #RebuildingDBI Learn more: sf.gov/news-departm...

Department of Building Inspection Customer Communication - 3/10/2025 | SF.gov

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

High Wind Warning in SF at 3AM tonight – 10AM Friday Expect winds up to 35mph with gusts up to 60mph, along with up to 4 inches of rain. Prepare now: ✔️ Close & latch windows ✔️ Secure outdoor items ✔️ Report window damage For building concerns, call 311 for DBI to inspect. Stay safe! #DBIStormAlert

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Strong winds (25-30 mph, gusts up to 45 mph) are expected through early Tuesday, strongest on SF's west side. Protect your property: ✅Close & latch windows ✅Secure outdoor items ✅Report window damage to mgmt For building concerns, file a report at 311 for DBI to inspect. Stay safe #DBIStormAlert

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Reminder that the existing Awning Amnesty Program deadline has been extended to July 1, 2025! Legalize your existing awning without permit, inspection, or penalty fees (some state/local fees apply). Learn more: sf.gov/awningamnesty. #RebuildingDBI

Permit process to legalize existing awnings | SF.gov

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Missed our Public Advisory Forum this week? You can watch the video recording here: youtube.com/watch?v=gEEd2ftIM8kY #RebuildingDBI

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Join us today at 3:30-5pm for our Public Advisory Forum! We'll share updates on the new online plumbing inspection scheduling process, new permit issuance report, and more. We'll also solicit your feedback on how we can serve you better. Register now: sfdbi.org/publicadvisoryforum.

Public Advisory Forum | SF.gov

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

Join us on Wednesday, January 22 at 3:30-5pm for our next Public Advisory Forum! We'll share updates on the new online plumbing inspection scheduling process, pre-approved ADU plans, new permit issuance report, and more. Learn more and attend the meeting: sfdbi.org/publicadvisoryforum.

Public Advisory Forum | San Francisco

A quarterly meeting where our customers can make recommendations to improve permitting processes.

SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

Keep track of your San Francisco building, electrical, and plumbing permits from application to completion with our online Permit Tracking System: dbiweb.sfgov.org/dbipts/. #RebuildingDBI

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

Good news! Customers can now schedule plumbing and mechanical inspections online, and make payments for any additional inspections. Our call system remains available for scheduling all inspection types. Learn more: sf.gov/schedule-construction-inspection #RebuildingDBI

Schedule and pay for your inspection | San Francisco

Schedule and pay for building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical inspections.

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SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Good news! DBI now pre-approves detached Accessory Dwelling Unit plans. Designers can submit plans for review (fee applies). Approved plans go online so property owners can select a design, purchase site-specific plans, and apply for permits. Learn more: bit.ly/4ff4lsT

Get your detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) plan pre-approved for future use | San Francisco

Apply to get your ADU plan pre-approved and added to our website

SF Department of Building Inspection @sfdbi.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

DBI Electrical Inspector Chris D. powered through an inspection at 1801 25th Street, making sure every wire is ready to light up 157 new affordable homes. From the outlets to the overhead lights, we’re sparking the future of safe, affordable living in Potrero Hill! #RebuildingDBI