BUILDINGS UNDER CONSTRUCTION

The District performs inspections on buildings under construction and buildings being remodeled.  The County of San Diego requires construction permits. Part of the permit process includes a review by the local fire authority.  This is followed by inspections from both building and fire inspectors.  The following is a partial checklist for buildings under construction:  

Dwellings

• Access width and surface

• Fire hydrant location(s)

• Residential fire sprinklers
• Smoke detectors in each sleeping area and hallway(s) leading thereto

• 1-hour separation between garages and living areas

• Tight fitting 1-3/8" solid-core doors with self-closing devices between garages and living areas.

Commercial

• Access width and surface
• Fire hydrant location(s)
• Automatic fire sprinklers
• Exits and exiting hardware
• Alarm systems (where required)
• Special hazards