How long does a San Diego DSD permit take to issue?
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Short answer
Over-the-counter (OTC) permits for minor interior-only work: same day to 2 weeks. Standard DSD plan-review track for kitchen/bath with plumbing or electrical moves: 4-12 weeks. Additions and structural work: 10-20 weeks. Coastal Zone, Mills Act, or MSCP overlays routinely add 8-26 additional weeks. San Diego's median permit timeline is faster than SF but slower than LA when the coastal or environmental layers apply.
In detail
Over-the-counter (OTC) permits for minor interior-only work: same day to 2 weeks. Standard DSD plan-review track for kitchen/bath with plumbing or electrical moves: 4-12 weeks. Additions and structural work: 10-20 weeks. Coastal Zone, Mills Act, or MSCP overlays routinely add 8-26 additional weeks. San Diego's median permit timeline is faster than SF but slower than LA when the coastal or environmental layers apply.
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