Discretionary Permits

Discretionary Permit Applications are listed below and organized by Permit Type.  Permit Application titles link to specific Permit Coversheets. Each Permit Coversheet provides important information on fees and deposits, links to forms, specific instructions and submittal requirements for that Permit Application.

Some permits are now available in multiple languages. Please browse our International Discretionary Submittal.

Please note that if form PDS396 is required on an application, it must be completed by the Department of Environmental Health & Quality prior to submittal of the application at the Zoning Counter. DEHQ is located at 5500 Overland Ave., Suite 110, San Diego, CA 92123. Additionally, any project review fees needed for DEHQ review will be collected by DEHQ directly.

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Last Updated 07/01/2025

Useful Links:

Current Fee Ordinance and Schedule

Accela Citizen Access - How to Submit a Pre-Application Meeting Request

Forms and Handouts for Discretionary Permits

Initial Study Research Report

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