Demolition in Daly City.

From the City of Daly City

• Under the California Building Code as adopted by Daly City, a permit is required to demolish or remove a building or structure.
• Before a demolition permit is issued, the city's Pre-Demolition Checklist must be completed and signed by city staff and PG&E, and submitted with the application.
• Hauling large equipment, lane closures or reserving street parking needs an encroachment permit from Public Works/Engineering, (650) 991-8064.
• Removing the water meter and capping the sewer at the main also go through Public Works/Engineering.
• The checklist asks for current photos of the building, the neighboring structures and the sidewalk.
• Questions go to the Building Division at (650) 991-8061.

How we help

• At the walk-through we tell you what paperwork your job is likely to need.
• We haul the debris on our own trucks, so one crew knows where every load went.
• We can usually start within 48 hours of your go-ahead. On permitted work the start date follows the permit.

Checked against the City of Daly City's website in October 2026. Rules and forms change, so confirm with the city before you plan around them.

Daly City: Pre-Demolition Checklist

Daly City: Is a permit required?