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Learn about the role of the DSA in proposing changes to the building code regulations related to access compliance for public buildings, public accommodations, commercial buildings and public housing.

Learn about DSA'S proposed amendments to the CASp Program regulations.

Learn how schools can incorporate sustainability measures and achieve net zero energy and net zero carbon school facilities.

Locate reference materials on the application and use of the accessibility provisions of the California Building Code (CBC) for state and local government buildings and facilities, privately owned public accommodations and commercial facilities, and ...

Learn how DSA performs accessibility reviews of public K-12 schools, community colleges, essential services buildings and other state-funded construction.

Learn about the DSA process for project submittal and plan review for K-12 schools, community colleges and essential services building construction projects.

Learn how the DSA performs fire and life safety reviews of K-12 public schools, community colleges and state essential services buildings.

The Access Code Collaborative (ACC) works cooperatively with DSA to offer input and feedback regarding amendments to the accessibility regulations of the California Building Code.

The Evaluation of Detectable Warnings Advisory Committee (EDWAC) proposes durability and degradation testing standards to ensure that detectable warnings remain effective, thereby improving safety.

The public can learn the benefits of hiring a CASp through DSA to inspect buildings and sites for compliance with applicable state and federal construction-related accessibility standards.

Use DSAbox, a secure cloud-based collaborative solution initiated by the Division of the State Architect (DSA), to allow for greater transparency and communication between DSA field engineers and designated stakeholders.

DSA has established this web page with our partner state agencies who are part of the California K-12 construction process as a resource for upcoming meetings and additional information.

The Public School Construction Collaborative (PSCC) works cooperatively with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) to offer input and feedback on matters related to public school construction.

Learn about DSA’s collection of social security and taxpayer identification information on professional, material, and facility certification programs for the purpose of reviewing for tax delinquencies and child support orders.

City and county offices can locate the model informational notice provided by DSA that is required to be distributed to business license and commercial building permit applicants.

The State Historical Building Safety Board (SHBSB) is to provide regulations and standards for the rehabilitation, preservation, restoration (including related reconstruction) or relocation as applicable to all historical buildings, structures ...

Locate resources on the primary functions of the Division of the State Architect (DSA): project review, construction oversight and certification.

This form is to request access to a DSA Certification Box project folder, to submit required documentation for project certification.

Learn about DGS' plans for its portfolio of state-owned office buildings. 

Government entities and non-state entities can access guidelines and rates for telecommunications, including radio, public safety radio, television and cellular communication.

Lessors seeking to lease real estate to the state of California can access answers to frequently asked questions about the process.

State agencies can register online for training classes to help them understand the entire leasing process.

Private lessors who seek to lease real estate with the state of California can do so by following the guided steps.

Client state agencies and vendors can find a list of all architectural and engineering, construction, materials testing and inspection services solicitations by the Real Estate Services Division (RESD).

Learn about the Real Estate Services Division requirements with respect to the Buy Clean California Act.