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San Francisco Ordinance 70-25 Compliance
San Francisco Concrete Building Screening:
Expert Ordinance 70-25 Compliance
Is your building compliant with San Francisco’s latest seismic safety mandate?
If you own a concrete or “tilt-up” building in San Francisco, Ordinance No. 70-25 requires you to submit a technical screening form by June 9, 2027. While owners can provide basic data, the City requires a California-licensed civil or structural engineer to verify the structural design and ASCE 41 building type.
Ashley & Vance Engineering provides the licensed verification and technical expertise you need to secure your Notice of Compliance.
Why You Need a Licensed Engineer.
The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection (DBI) requires an engineer to definitively identify your building’s composition to determine its earthquake risk. Our team in the Ashley & Vance Engineering Oakland Office handles the technical requirements, including:
- ASCE 41 Classification: Categorizing your structure (e.g., C1, C2, or PC1)
- Load-Path Verification: Confirming if concrete columns or walls support gravity loads
- System Identification: Evaluating reinforced concrete diaphragms and lateral-force-resisting systems
The Risk of Inaction: Owners who miss the deadline will be potentially considered for future retrofit programs.
Learn more about the DBI Concrete Building Screening Program here.
Our Streamlined Compliance Process
Record Recovery
Ashley & Vance Engineering handles the “detective work.” We navigate the SFDBI Permit Tracking System and Records Management Division to locate original structural plans and permits to simplify your filing.
Site Evaluation
Our California-licensed engineers perform a targeted review to identify your building’s composition. Whether your structure constitutes a rigid wall flexible diaphragm building, concrete building, or something else, we provide expert verification required by the City.
Technical Filing
We complete the technical “Building Assessment Checklist” and sign the structural portion of the form. We manage the digital filing and track it until you receive your official Notice of Compliance. View the Concrete Screening form.
Local Knowledge.
Bay Area Expertise.
With years of experience working directly with the City of San Francisco and the Department of Building Inspection (DBI), Ashley & Vance Engineering understands the local regulatory landscape. Our Oakland-based team has spent years navigating the unique structural and regulatory challenges of San Francisco’s built environment.
Our licensed engineers bring a deep understanding of local construction methods and the technical nuances of the San Francisco Existing Building Code. We don’t just provide a signature; we provide the insight of a firm that has spent years helping Bay Area property owners protect their assets and ensure long-term seismic safety.
FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
The San Francisco Concrete Building Screening Program involves specific technical requirements and strict deadlines that can be difficult for property owners to navigate alone. We’ve compiled these frequently asked questions to help you understand your obligations under Ordinance No. 70-25 and how the Ashley & Vance Engineering Oakland Office can secure your compliance.
Read additional FAQs about the San Francisco Concrete Building Screening Form here.
Who is required to participate in the program?
Owners of buildings identified by the City as potential concrete or tilt-up (RWFD) structures. If you received a letter from the DBI, you are required to submit the screening form.
What is the deadline for the screening form?
All required screening information must be submitted by June 9, 2027.
Do I have to retrofit my building right now?
No. This is currently a screening program. However, the data collected will determine future requirements. Ashley & Vance Engineering can also help you explore voluntary retrofit standards that provide a 20-year exemption from future mandates.
Can I fill out the form myself?
You can answer basic questions like the number of stories. However, a California-licensed civil or structural engineer MUST answer the structural questions regarding building types and load-path systems.
What happens if I don't submit the form?
Per Ordinance No. 70-25, buildings that do not submit a form will potentially be enrolled in any future retrofit programs, regardless of their actual structural risk.
How do I get a quote for my building?
Contact the Ashley & Vance Engineering Oakland Office. We can provide a direct quote based on your Building ID and the availability of original plans.
Meet the June 2027 deadline. Get in touch with us today.
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