We provide design and construction oversight for K–12 schools and community colleges throughout the State of California.

Male engineer and architect next to a pile of wide flange beams on site.

The Division of the State Architect provides design and construction oversight
for K–12 schools, community colleges, and various other state-owned and leased facilities. The Division also develops accessibility, structural safety, and historical building codes and standards utilized in various public and private buildings throughout the State of California.

NEW CONSTRUCTION OVERSIGHT PROCESS TRAINING VIDEO


CHANGES TO THE CONSTRUCTION OVERSIGHT PROCESS

The DSA is implementing significant changes to the Construction Oversight Process. These changes are designed to streamline the DSA construction phase process and to ensure that projects are certified at the completion of construction. Effective June 1, 2013, the DSA will utilize an Inspection Card Process similar to that used by virtually every building department throughout the State. Construction Oversight Process Changes: Courtesy Preview of Documents related to these changes is now available on line.

Available Online! Project Plan Review Status

The DSA is pleased to announce you can now check the plan review status of your projects online. All that is required is the region number you submitted your project plan to and the project ID number.
DSA Performance Metrics (See Plan Review Status section)

THE STATE ARCHITECT'S CORNER

A letter to our Stakeholders, sharing initiatives and changes the Division of the State Architect has underway and is planning to implement... Read More

Our Key Services

Construction Projects

The Division of the State Architect provides design review and construction oversight for K–12 schools and community colleges, and other public and private buildings including state-owned essential services buildings and qualified historical buildings and structures, and those owned and leased by the state, California State University, and the University of California. The scope of design review and construction oversight varies depending on the entity that owns the facility.

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CASp, Inspectors & Labs

DSA certifies project inspectors and testing lab facilities for use on projects over which DSA has jurisdiction. DSA's certification programs also include the Certified Access Specialist program (CASp) and certification of gas shutoff valves.

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Access Compliance

The Division of the State Architect provides access compliance services for state-funded construction, and develops and maintains the accessibility standards and codes used in public and private buildings throughout California.

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Sustainability

DSA is committed to helping clients create sustainable educational facilities and supports sustainability efforts through the adoption of the following guidelines and technical resources.

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