Record Searches/Incident Reports

Inspection, permit or other information on a site for which there are no outstanding violations is a matter of public record.

Record searches for Fire Incident Reports or Fire Information/Inspection Reports will be ready within 10 working days of receipt of your request. Arson Investigation reports may take longer.

Record searches for Technical Services Permits are done on Mondays only.

See Hazardous Materials Tank/Systems Installations for the types of processes and installations which require permits.

See Emergency Medical Services Frequently Asked Questions for information on obtaining Medical Reports.

Process for Applying for Records

• Complete the specific form for the type of report or information requested. These forms may be completed on line, then printed and mailed in.
   
  
• Indicate on the form by checking the appropriate box whether you want the records mailed or whether you will pick them up at our office. If you wish them mailed, enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope.
   
  
• Enclose a check payable to the "City Treasurer" for the amount required per report or address, as noted above.
   
  
• Mail the completed form and check to:

  Fire Prevention Bureau
  1010 2nd Ave., Ste. 300
  San Diego, CA 92101
   
  ATTN: Records Management Clerk (for Fire Information/Inspection Report)
  or
  ATTN: Incident Reports Clerk (for Fire Incident and Fire Investigation Reports)
  or
  ATTN: Technical Services Clerk (for Technical Services Permit Information)