Oakland Building Permits & Property Data

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1,111 indexed permits · Oakland, California.

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Oakland building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 1,100
Total permit value (90d) $23,312,532
Active contractors 1
Newest permit 2026-07-16

PermitGrab tracks 1,111 building permits in Oakland, CA as of 2026-07-16. Permits updated daily.

Stale · Expected daily • newest record 18d old

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1,111
Indexed Permits
1
Active Contractors
Heads up — this city's official source has been quiet Oakland's permit source last published new records on 2026-07-16 (18 days ago). Our collector checks this source every day and is healthy — new permits appear here the same day the jurisdiction publishes them. Historical permits, contractors, and owner records below remain fully searchable.
2026-06-04
Last Updated
Updated this month · 2026-07-16
Oakland had 432 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 86 electrical, 78 hvac and 63 roofing. The average project value is $91,712.

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1,111 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 1101 70TH AVE, Oakland CA 94621 Siding Replacement of 30 sf where brick chimney was removed at single family dwe…
2026-06-05 Plumbing 901 JEFFERSON ST, Oakland CA At multi-family residential building: 200sqft bathroom remodel in unit 314, conv…
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 4080 SANTA RITA ST, Oakland CA 94601 OAK-JB2347821-C-SEG Perform splicing at (07) existing locations for comcast serv…
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 6301 PINEHAVEN RD, Oakland CA 94611 OAK-JB2347736-C-SEG Perform splicing at (15) existing locations for Comcast serv…
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 1730 10TH AVE, Oakland CA 94606 Permit for restoration from after the fact emergency pole replacement, next to o…
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 464 41ST ST, Oakland CA 94609 At existing multi-family dwelling: Replacement of exterior stairs & framing at r…
2026-06-05 Windows/Doors 3117 13TH AVE, Oakland CA 94610 At existing duplex, legalize 893SF ADU conversion at lower level, consisting of …
2026-06-05 Solar 1622 34TH AVE, Oakland CA 94601 5.04 KW PV ARRAY + 13.5 KWH ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM (SOLAR APP INELIGIBLE DUE TO E…
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 0 CASTLE DR, Oakland CA 94603 Telecom - Modification of existing small cell wireless facility attached to wood…
2026-06-05 Electrical 3600 BROADWAY, Oakland CA 94611 At Pharmacy entrance doors, furnish and install 120 volt wiring and connections …
2026-06-05 General Construction 4731 FAIR AVE, Oakland CA 94619 Convert existing garage into bedroom and bathroom in exsiting residence.
2026-06-05 General Construction $1,000 534 23RD AVE, Oakland CA 94606 Repair a wood truss chord damaged by a forklift.
2026-06-05 Plumbing 25 STONEWALL RD, Oakland CA 94705 Sewer repair PSL
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 4411 FOOTHILL BLVD, Oakland CA 94601 OAK-JB2443243-C-SEG Overlash approx. 405'± of aerial fiber in thru (05) existing…
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 540 ELYSIAN FIELDS DR, Oakland CA 94605 At Single-Family Dwelling: Implement a voluntary seismic retrofit to the crawl s…
2026-06-05 Windows/Doors 2710 E 22ND ST, Oakland CA 94601 Replacing 2 existing windows using retrofit installation, 1 in bedroom and 1 for…
2026-06-05 Electrical 6930 COLTON BLVD, Oakland CA 94611 200 amp service upgrade. Rewire of remaining knob and tube circuits.
2026-06-05 Electrical 807 56TH ST, 809, Oakland CA 94608 Remove and replace remaining knob and tube in home. Includes front porch light, …
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 1950 FRANKLIN ST, Oakland CA 94612 TI within existing multi floor office building on the 14th Floor: Work to includ…
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 1079 UNDERHILLS RD, Oakland CA 94610 Replacing Heat Pump and Air Handler.
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 0 LAKE SHORE AVE, Oakland CA 94610 Reserve 6 METERED & 5 (125') NON-METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel onl…
2026-06-05 Plumbing 681 CAPELL ST, Oakland CA 94610 Scope of work will consist of digging up side walk clean outs due to them leakin…
2026-06-05 Electrical 1417 ADELINE ST, Oakland CA 94607 Verizon wireless proposes to modify an existing wireless communication site on a…
2026-06-05 General Construction 1066 54TH ST, Oakland CA 94608 Related to RRBC2503868 - CE CASE 2506068 - FIRE DAMAGE to shed
2026-06-05 Roofing 6216 WESTWOOD WY, Oakland CA 94611 Full tear off Shingle to shingle reroof.
2026-06-05 Electrical 3375 HERRIER ST, Oakland CA 94602 INSTALL 13.5 kWh ESS
2026-06-05 Plumbing 4430 WEBSTER ST, Oakland CA 94609 Repair/replace sewer lateral and EXCAVATE in PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. Overflow devic…
2026-06-05 Electrical 530 45TH ST, Oakland CA 94609 OAK-JB2371935-C-SEG Overpull approx. 1,454'± of fiber in existing conduit, 7 exi…
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 695 MARIPOSA AVE, Oakland CA 94610 At Unit #105: Mechanical related to - Remove the drywall that has asbestos from …
2026-06-05 General Construction 11058 ROBLEDO DR, Oakland CA 94603 Seismic strengthening of underfloor area to reduce risk of damage per Plan set A
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 906 52ND ST, Oakland CA 94608 Legalization of 1028 SF ADU with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom at ground floor of re…
2026-06-05 Roofing 3928 SAN LEANDRO ST, Oakland CA 94601 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-05 Roofing 551 MERRITT AVE, Oakland CA DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-05 Roofing 2250 96TH AVE, Oakland CA 94603 At existing 2-story apartment building, replace damaged concrete treads, seal cr…
2026-06-05 Solar 1033 AMITO AVE, OAKLAND CA 94705 Rooftop Mounted Solar Energy System PV+ST 17 Q.TRON BLK M-G2.C+ 430 solar module…
2026-06-05 General Construction $12,000 3152 MADERA AVE, Oakland CA 94619 Pest report Section 1 isolated termite/dry rot repairs
2026-06-05 Roofing 0 ASPINWALL RD, Oakland CA 94603 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Exemption Certificate
2026-06-05 Roofing 961 PARK LN, Oakland CA 94610 Removal of the existing shingle roof and installation of a new composition roof …
2026-06-05 Roofing 3710 WEST ST, Oakland CA 94608 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-05 Roofing 2419 LINDEN ST, Oakland CA 94607 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 668 BROOKLYN AVE, Oakland CA 94606 Reserve 1 (25') NON-METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only for dumpste…
2026-06-05 Roofing 10910 GLEN ARTNEY ST, Oakland CA 94605 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-05 Plumbing 2901 SEMINARY AVE, Oakland CA 94605 At Single Family Dwelling - Repair vehicle damage at front entry. Retrofit Windo…
2026-06-05 General Construction 6689 EXETER DR, Oakland CA 94611 At existing SFD, replace existing exterior with boards and battens James Hardie …
2026-06-05 Structural 665 ALCATRAZ AVE, Oakland CA 94609 Repair of Second-floor exterior elevated elements in compliance with SB721 requi…
2026-06-05 Structural 6391 HEATHER RIDGE WY, Oakland CA 94611 Completion permit for RBC2202413 & RBC2204471. RBC2202413 - To replace existing …
2026-06-05 General Construction 466 37TH ST, Oakland CA 94609 replace exterior stucco siding
2026-06-05 Solar 5870 BAGSHOTTE DR, Oakland CA 94611 Photovoltaic system of 8.36KW DC with Energy Storage System
2026-06-05 HVAC/Mech 3545 HARRISON ST, Oakland CA 94611 OAK-JB2353598-C-SEG Perform splicing at (13) existing locations for Comcast serv…
2026-06-05 Electrical 311 2ND ST, OAKLAND CA 94607 Instal EVSE 208v-30amp for Unit 702
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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 1111+ Oakland building permits — updated daily 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 1,111 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. Expected daily • newest record 18d old. 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 432 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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The competitor watch

Search any competitor's name and see every job they pulled in Oakland — where they're working, what they're charging the city in declared value, and which neighborhoods they own. Pitch the follow-on work at each address.

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The motivated-seller list

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 1111 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 daily. New permits appear here within 1–3 days of the municipal 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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