San Francisco Concrete Building Safety Program
Nabih Youssef & Associates supports building owners at every stage of the CBSP process, delivering clear guidance, precise filings, and the confidence that everything is done right.
Start Your FilingA clear path for owners facing new seismic filing requirements.
The City of San Francisco is assessing its buildings to determine how vulnerable to earthquakes the city might be. If you are an affected building owner, NYA can help.
Trusted structural engineering leadership for compliance-driven decisions.
We combine technical depth, practical filing strategy, and streamlined execution to help owners move quickly and confidently.
What is required of owners?
Successful compliance starts with a complete and accurate submission.
- Submit a CBSP screening form Start the process by filing the required screening form for your building.
- Ensure all information is accurate and complete Incomplete or inconsistent information can create follow-up questions and slow the process down.
The risk of getting it wrong
Mistakes in your submission can create avoidable operational, financial, and regulatory setbacks.
Professional support built for accurate, confident submissions.
NYA helps owners reduce friction, improve accuracy, and move through the process with clarity from start to submission.
- Seismic compliance experts with proven experience across California
- Streamlined, guided process from start to submission
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Accurate, complete filings the first time, so you can:
- Avoid delays
- Reduce risk
- Move forward with confidence
- Provide clear, up front, and fair pricing (which is $600 per building)
What types of buildings are affected by the ordinance?
The ordinance can apply to several property types, including common commercial and mixed-use building categories.
Concrete Tilt-Up Buildings
Often used for large-format, warehouse-style facilities.
Warehouses
Industrial and storage properties with older concrete systems may be affected.
Grocery Stores
Single-story retail structures and similar concrete building types may fall within scope.
Light Industrial Facilities
Operational buildings with older structural detailing may require review.
Non-Ductile Concrete Buildings
A central building category identified by seismic vulnerability concerns.
Residential
Certain older multi-unit or mixed residential properties may be included.
Commercial
General commercial properties with affected concrete systems may qualify.
Office
Office buildings built before modern ductile detailing standards may be impacted.
Mixed-Use Buildings
Especially buildings constructed before modern ductile detailing requirements.
Request a CBSP Evaluation
If your building may fall under the San Francisco Concrete Building Safety Program, contact NYA. We will help you confirm requirements, prepare the filing, and plan the next steps.
Start Your Filing