San Diego adopts the 2022 California Building Code through the San Diego Municipal Code (SDMC). The Development Services Department manages permits with typical timelines of 3-10 weeks. The city has a population of approximately 1.42 million and covers 372 square miles. San Diego is in a moderate seismic zone requiring standard seismic design considerations. The city emphasizes water conservation due to drought conditions and requires Title 24 energy compliance. Recent amendments focus on affordable housing incentives and adaptive reuse. Permit costs range from 0.5-0.7% of construction value. The city offers online permit tracking and expedited review for sustainable projects.