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California Division of the State Architect

Partners in the design and construction of great schools. DSA is committed to assisting clients with designing energy-efficient and sustainable facilities.

As part of the California Department of General Services, the California Division of the State Architect (DSA) is responsible for design and construction oversight for K-12 public schools and community colleges. DSA also develops and maintains accessibility and historical buildings standards and codes utilized in public and private buildings throughout California. DSA certification programs include the DSA Academy, project inspectors and materials testing laboratories, as well as the Certified Access Specialist program (CASp). DSA is headquartered in Sacramento and has regional offices in Sacramento, Oakland, Los Angeles and San Diego. Visit our website at http://www.dgs.ca.gov/dsa/home.aspx

09/10/2026

🚨 Form Updates: DSA 250 revised & new DSA 251 issued! DSA 250 now has consolidated project info, expanded inspections, and added instructions. DSA 251 covers structural tests not in the DSA 200 series. View the 250 and 251 on the DSA Forms webpage here: https://dgs.ca.gov/DSA/Publications

08/07/2026

The October 2026 CASp Exam Project Type has been announced!

DSA is pleased to share that the open‑book portion will feature a newly constructed DMV Field Office.

For registration dates and exam details, visit the DSA CASp Certification webpage here: https://tinyurl.com/2bpwznzj

07/14/2026

Second Quarter Document Summary 2026: DSA has posted the latest list of new and revised forms, publications, and announcements for Q2 2026. Read the full report here: https://tinyurl.com/mr2hhdkh

07/01/2026

CASp Resources Now Available in Multiple Languages!
DSA, in partnership with CCDA, has translated three CASp resource documents into 17 languages to better support California’s diverse communities.

Access the documents here under Additional Information: https://tinyurl.com/36u4p2s5

06/09/2026

Space still available! Join the CASp Code Discussion Group (CCDG) for an open Questions and Answers (Q&A) Session. Register closes on June 18 at 11:30 am. Visit the CCDG webpage here for more information: https://tinyurl.com/yr9ehve3

06/02/2026

REMINDER: DSA has launched the new web-based DSA 90 Pre‑Application Meeting Request Form (effective June 1, 2026). DSA 90 replaces forms 91–94. After submission, your regional office will schedule the meeting. Click here for the new DSA 90: tinyurl.com/2ts8bm23

05/26/2026

DSA has updated IR A‑14. Key changes include larger allowable outdoor “black box” units (up to 500 sq ft), new design clarifications, requirements for units to be designed as new buildings, and added fire‑sprinkler support info. Now available here: https://dgs.ca.gov/dsa/publications

05/12/2026

DSA will launch the new web‑based DSA 90: Pre‑Application Meeting Request Form on June 1, 2026. This single form replaces DSA 91–94 and streamlines scheduling with regional offices. For questions, contact the appropriate DSA regional office.

04/15/2026

DSA has issued Policy (PL) 26‑01 and the new form DSA 1‑AMM‑810: Request for Alternate Materials and Methods for Fire Service Features. Both PL 26‑01 and the DSA 1‑AMM‑810 take effect July 1, 2026 and are found on the DSA Forms and Publication Page here: https://dgs.ca.gov/DSA

04/14/2026

First Quarter Document Summary 2026: DSA has posted the latest list of new and revised forms, publications, and announcements for Q1 2026. Read the full report here: https://tinyurl.com/373kwhpy

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1102 Q Street, Suite 5100
Sacramento, CA
95811

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://www.dgs.ca.gov/dsa

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