The Division of the State Architect provides design and construction oversight for K–12 schools and community colleges, and develops and maintains accessibility standards and codes utilized in public and private buildings throughout the State of California.
What's New at DSA
Announcements
- November 5, 2008: DSA has issued six new IRs and revised two existing IRs. Also, BU 08-08 regarding structural tests and special inspections has been updated to reflect the posting of several of these IRs. read more...
- October 31, 2008: The voluntary Certified Access Specialist (CASp) Program has published its first list of Certified Access Specialists. read more...
- October 28, 2008: Due to availability of matching funds, through Proposition 1D, for seismic upgrades to at risk schools, DSA has issued a procedure on how to obtain DSA review of Seismic Evaluation Reports. read more...
- October 22, 2008: DSA Structural Safety has published a new guideline on the subject of project certification. read more...
- October 15, 2008: DSA has made major revisions to its Tests and Special Inspections form and issued several supporting documents. read more...
Upcoming Meetings
- The DSA Regional Offices will host a Project Certification Guide presentation in each of their regions. read more...
- The DSA Advisory Board (DSAAB) will hold a public meeting of the Education and Training Committee on Wednesday, November 12, 2008. read more...
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DSA incorporates the offices of the independent State Historical Building Safety Board, caretaker of California's State Historical Building Code.
Looking for Energy Regulations, the Gas Shut-off Valve Certifications Program, the SB 575 - Green Oaks Family Academy Elementary School Fire Protection Act, SB 1469 Certification, Excellence in Public Buildings information, the Sustainable Schools website, or Sustainable Design Guidelines? These pages are now at Other DSA Programs within the About DSA section. Certified Access Specialist Program and USDOJ ADA Certification information can be found in the Accessibility section. The Commissioning Process Guide and the Rehabilitation of Existing Non-conforming Buildings publication can be found in DSA's Publications section.
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