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Crash Site Notice
Learn how to read your Crash Site Notice to address building damage, restore safety, and bring your property back into compliance after an incident.
You may receive a Crash Site Notice:
- After an accident causes damage to your building
- Following an inspection of the site
- When there is a need to assess structural safety
If you have any questions, contact the inspector listed at the bottom of your notice.
1. Incident Details
This section outlines key details about the event that caused the building damage, including the date and a description of the nature and extent of the damage sustained.
2. Inspection Findings
The Department of Building Inspection has inspected your building to determine if it's safe. If any part of the building is unsafe, it will be marked with a Restricted Use placard, which must stay up until the area is repaired and safe for use again.
3. Corrective Actions
Follow the steps below to make the building safe and compliant with building codes:
- Contact Your Inspector: For details on making the building safe again, reach out to the inspector using the contact information provided in the notice.
- Permits and Repairs: You may need a structural evaluation and plans drafted by a CA-licensed structural engineer or architect to obtain a building permit and start repairs.
- Timeline: Repairs may need to be completed within a specified timeframe to ensure public safety.
4. Inspector Information
The inspector listed on your notice is your point of contact for resolving the damage. For further assistance, contact the listed inspector from the Department of Building Inspection, who will guide you through the repair process.