Oakland Building Permits & Property Data

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644 indexed permits · Oakland, California.

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PermitGrab tracks 644 building permits in Oakland, CA as of 2026-07-16. Permits last refresh jun 11, 2026.

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2026-06-04
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Oakland had 488 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 133 general construction, 74 electrical and 68 hvac. The average project value is $80,709.

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644 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

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2026-06-10 Electrical 574 AILEEN ST, Oakland CA 94609 REMODEL EXISTING BATHROOM AND KITCHEN, UPGRADE NEW MAIN ELECTRICAL PANEL AND NEW…
2026-06-10 Roofing 6929 BRISTOL DR, Oakland CA 94705 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Exemption Certificate
2026-06-10 Plumbing 2628 26TH AVE, Oakland CA 94601 Replace PSL from building foundation to city main. Sewer work to be done @ 2638 …
2026-06-10 HVAC/Mech 2537 65TH AVE, Oakland CA 94605 REPLACE 14 WINDOWS WITH 13 RETROFIT & 1 NAIL FIN VINYL WINDOWS. 4-LIV RM, 3-BED,…
2026-06-10 Structural 784 65TH ST, Oakland CA 94609 REMOVE AND REPLACE EXISTING PERIMETER AND INTERIOR FOUNDATION. · INSTALL PERIMET…
2026-06-10 Solar 3458 RHODA AVE, OAKLAND CA 94602 install new solar syistem for new 860sqft adu incluidin battery
2026-06-10 Plumbing 5801 PICARDY DR, Oakland CA 94605 Repair/replace sewer lateral and EXCAVATE in PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. Overflow devic…
2026-06-10 HVAC/Mech 6126 MONADNOCK WY, Oakland CA 94605 At existing SFD, remodel kitchen and bathroom, same layout, in-kind. Update elec…
2026-06-10 HVAC/Mech 5473 EL CAMILE AVE, Oakland CA 94619 Partial foundation replacement at 1story SFD:(approximately 46-linear feet to be…
2026-06-10 Electrical 4100 CULVER ST, Oakland CA 94619 electric rewire complete house and add subpanel
2026-06-10 General Construction 2609 IVY DR, Oakland CA 94606 Sidewalk repair NOTE: ***BEFORE any work in Right of Way, please call 510-238-38…
2026-06-10 Demolition 336 W MACARTHUR BLVD, Oakland CA 94609 Remove of asbestos containing affected sheetrock from the fire damage. ( 578 sq.…
2026-06-10 Solar 4792 DAVENPORT AVE, Oakland CA 94619 INSTALL RESIDENTIAL ROOF MOUNTED SOLAR PV SYSTEM & ESS
2026-06-10 HVAC/Mech 480 59TH ST, Oakland CA 94609 Install heat pump to existing system, 220v electrical circuit
2026-06-10 HVAC/Mech 1421 HAMPEL ST, Oakland CA 94602 Ductless mini split heatpump addition
2026-06-10 HVAC/Mech 0 COURTLAND AVE, Oakland CA 94608 BUILD NEW 2,021 SF HOUSE WITH 434 SF ATTACHED GARAGE ON UPSLOPED LOT.
2026-06-10 Electrical 3811 MADRONE AVE, Oakland CA 94619 Meter upgrade to 200A, complete rewire of house leaving all devices in current l…
2026-06-10 HVAC/Mech 1980 MOUNTAIN BLVD, Oakland CA 94611 Reserve 3 METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only for dumpster, constru…
2026-06-10 General Construction 2628 26TH AVE, Oakland CA Revisions to approved drawings. see memo
2026-06-10 Roofing 491 BOULEVARD WY, Oakland CA 94610 Overlay pitched roof with comp shingles.
2026-06-10 General Construction $16,600 International Residential Code ×2
2026-06-10 HVAC/Mech 2935 MARKET ST, Oakland CA 94608 Reserve 3 (75') NON-METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only for dumpste…
2026-06-10 Plumbing 2260 84TH AVE, Oakland CA 94605 Repair/replace sewer lateral and EXCAVATE in PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. Overflow devic…
2026-06-10 Roofing 601 BEACON ST, Oakland CA 94610 Reroof 3900 sqft. New shingles (35sqs), Torch down (4sqs)
2026-06-10 HVAC/Mech 6101 MARGARIDO DR, Oakland CA 94618 Replace (7) Retrofit Windows. Same Size, Same Locations.
2026-06-10 Structural 9769 GOLF LINKS RD, Oakland CA 94605 oakland zoo - gondola repair shed: above existing concrete slab on grade constru…
2026-06-10 General Construction 4807 CALDERWOOD CT, Oakland CA 94605 In reference to RBC2601455 bathroom remodel project. Documentation requested
2026-06-10 Plumbing 6100 BULLARD DR, Oakland CA 94611 Installation of a new water main from the city meter, along the side of the driv…
2026-06-10 Plumbing 1067 100TH AVE, Oakland CA 94603 Fire damage repairs for single family dwelling, no structural damages or alterat…
2026-06-10 Plumbing 851 ALMA PL, Oakland CA 94610 Repair/replace sewer lateral and EXCAVATE in PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. Overflow devic…
2026-06-10 Plumbing 1857 TIFFIN RD, Oakland CA 94602 repipe all hot & cold plumbing lines with L-rated copper throughout the home
2026-06-10 Electrical 9508 ALCALA AVE, Oakland CA 94605 MAIN SERVICE PANEL UPGRADE TO 125A SERVICE
2026-06-10 General Construction 6937 BRISTOL DR, Oakland CA 94705 This project consists of residential bathrooms remodeling at : 6937 Bristol Dr, …
2026-06-10 Roofing 548 37TH ST, Oakland CA 94609 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Provisional Certificate
2026-06-09 HVAC/Mech 650 FLORENCE AVE, Oakland CA 94618 REPLACING 24 EXISTING WINDOWS USING RETRO FIT INSTALLATION. PROPOSED REPLACEMENT…
2026-06-09 Roofing 884 57TH ST, Oakland CA 94608 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Provisional Certificate
2026-06-09 Roofing 1028 AQUARIUS WY, Oakland CA 94611 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Exemption Certificate
2026-06-09 Electrical 110 41ST ST, Oakland CA 94611 Kitchen Demolish and remove existing kitchen electrical devices and wiring as re…
2026-06-09 Electrical 100 BAY PL, Oakland CA 94610 1 subpanel, 6 circuits, 15 lights, 15 receptacles, 1 range top, 1 dryer
2026-06-09 Electrical 2755 BARRY PL, Oakland CA 94601 Adding a subpanel at garage and adding 6 new 120 v circuits for outlets and ligh…
2026-06-09 General Construction 100 BAY PL, 1210, Oakland CA 94610 Remodel like for like kitchen, bathroom, and upgrade to high efficiency lighting…
2026-06-09 Roofing 3631 LYON AVE, Oakland CA 94601 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-09 Plumbing 360 STATEN AVE, Oakland CA 94610 Repipe whole house using Pex
2026-06-09 Electrical 5470 MANILA AVE, Oakland CA 94618 Demo existing garage (under separate permit); construct new 259 S.F. accessory b…
2026-06-09 HVAC/Mech 3431 SAN PABLO AVE, Oakland CA 94608 This proposed project is to provide concrete shoring and permanent strengthening…
2026-06-09 Electrical 5 WEST CIR, OAKLAND CA 94611 PG&E to replace Electric Transmission pole and all associated hardware. Restorat…
2026-06-09 Signage 1991 MOUNTAIN BLVD, Oakland CA 94611 install signs for CVS
2026-06-09 Roofing 2457 SCENIC AVE, Oakland CA 94602 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-09 General Construction 2957 MORCOM AVE, Oakland CA 94619 paint outside of house
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Permit Types in Oakland
Construction Activity in Oakland

New building permits in Oakland, California indicate upcoming construction projects. Contractors can identify subcontracting opportunities by monitoring recently issued permits for residential renovations, commercial buildouts, and new construction. Early outreach to permit holders often results in higher close rates before projects go to competitive bid.

About Oakland Building Permits

Oakland, California processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 644+ Oakland building permits — last refresh jun 11, 2026 from official city sources.

Every new construction project in Oakland requires a building permit before work can begin. These public records include the project address, scope of work, estimated cost, and often the general contractor's name — making them valuable leads for subcontractors looking for new projects in Oakland.

How Contractors Use Oakland Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in Oakland use building permit data to find projects before they hit traditional lead services. When a new commercial buildout or residential renovation permit is filed, it signals upcoming work that needs subcontractors.

Instead of competing for shared leads on HomeAdvisor or Angi, contractors who monitor Oakland building permits can reach out to general contractors the day a permit is issued — before anyone else calls. This first-mover advantage leads to higher close rates and better project selection.

PermitGrab sends daily email alerts filtered by trade, so Oakland electrical contractors only see electrical permits, HVAC contractors only see mechanical permits, and so on.

Reviewed by Marcus Reeves · Page data current as of · Sources: official Oakland open data portal.

Who pulled permits in Oakland this week?

PermitGrab indexes 644 building permits in Oakland, with new filings from the city's permit feed on every refresh.

How fresh is Oakland permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for Oakland is dated 2026-07-16. Updated daily • newest record from 1d ago. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, contractor name (where the source publishes it), and permit type, so a fresh row means a fresh lead.

What construction is happening in Oakland right now?

In the last 30 days, Oakland permitting activity covers 488 new building permits. The mix spans new construction, residential renovations, mechanical/electrical/plumbing upgrades, roof replacements, demolitions, and tenant improvements — every record is a buying signal for a different contractor or supplier persona.

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Code violations matched to property owners. An owner facing a citation is the warmest restoration, repair, or wholesale-offer lead there is — and no marketplace sells this list.

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How to look up Oakland building permits

Search recent Oakland, CA building permits by address, contractor, and permit type in the table above — pulled from the Oakland building department's public permit records and updated as new filings post. Filter by trade or search an address to look up a specific permit. For this week's filing volume and the most active contractors, see the Oakland Permit Pulse.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Oakland?

PermitGrab currently tracks 644 building permits in Oakland, California. Data is pulled directly from the official municipal open-data source on every collection cycle and includes permit number, address, permit type, contractor, status, and estimated value where available.

How fresh is the Oakland permit data?

PermitGrab collects Oakland on every daemon cycle. Its municipal source is currently last refresh jun 11, 2026, so new permits appear here within 1–3 days of the source publishing them. The count above reflects the complete current record from that source.

How can contractors find construction leads in Oakland?

Contractors find leads in Oakland by filtering PermitGrab by trade and ZIP code, then contacting the permit applicant (owner or general contractor) directly. Pro subscribers get verified phone numbers and can set up saved-search email alerts so new matches land in their inbox the same day they’re filed.

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Who buys this data?

Oakland permit & owner data, by use case

Same data, different angle. Pick the playbook that matches what you sell.

Real estate investors
Code violations in Oakland = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Every Oakland GC who pulled a permit this week is sourcing labor and materials right now. Phone numbers included.
Home service companies
A Oakland addition or remodel signals an HVAC, plumbing, or warranty upsell window. Reach owners while the project is fresh.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in Oakland are the highest-intent solar lead signals. Owner-occupant filter built in.
Insurance agents
Oakland renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
Material suppliers
Lumber, drywall, roofing, fixtures — every Oakland permit is a parts list. Build a route by job type and value tier.
Developers & new construction
Ground-up builds in Oakland mean a long runway of subcontractor and material orders. Sort new-construction permits by project value and reach the GC before the trades are locked.
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