Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in San Francisco?
Answered by AskBaily Editorial · Updated
Short answer
Yes whenever you alter gas piping, relocate plumbing, modify electrical circuits beyond like-for-like, change partition walls, or reconfigure ventilation. A like-for-like cabinet-and-countertop refresh with no plumbing, gas, or electrical moves can sometimes run OTC. Anything with relocated fixtures, new electrical circuits, or structural changes routes through full DBI plan review — typically 6-14 weeks.
In detail
Yes whenever you alter gas piping, relocate plumbing, modify electrical circuits beyond like-for-like, change partition walls, or reconfigure ventilation. A like-for-like cabinet-and-countertop refresh with no plumbing, gas, or electrical moves can sometimes run OTC. Anything with relocated fixtures, new electrical circuits, or structural changes routes through full DBI plan review — typically 6-14 weeks.
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