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 17d 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 (17 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
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Updated this month · 2026-07-16
Oakland had 414 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 82 electrical, 76 hvac and 61 roofing. The average project value is $93,333.

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

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 1414 10TH ST, Oakland CA Full exterior of a single family building with presumed lead based paint . Scrap…
2026-06-04 Roofing 459 8TH ST, Oakland CA 94607 TI - At existing restaurant, create new counter and soffit to make new POS area.…
2026-06-04 Plumbing 2451 89TH AVE, Oakland CA 94605 Replace tank water heater 50 gallons
2026-06-04 Electrical 5707 SCARBOROUGH DR, Oakland CA 94611 2,148 sq. ft. single-family dwelling. Existing 100A service is being upgraded to…
2026-06-04 Windows/Doors 2927 SEMINARY AVE, Oakland CA 94605 kitchen remodel and bathroom replace 12 windows to abate CE260 with SWO
2026-06-04 Roofing 1004 MAGNOLIA ST, Oakland CA 94607 Tear off roof and install GAF Reflector Series shingles.
2026-06-04 Electrical 1428 MADISON ST, Oakland CA 94612 REPLACE EXISTING DISCONECT 100A 240V 3-PH WITH FUSE 80A 250V
2026-06-04 Roofing 940 37TH ST, Oakland CA 94608 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 380 61ST ST, Oakland CA 94618 PG&E PM 35724100-PG&E to replace OH service and install messenger guy. PG&E to t…
2026-06-04 Roofing 6281 ASPINWALL RD, Oakland CA 94611 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Exemption Certificate
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 1158 INTERNATIONAL BLVD, Oakland CA 94606 build a metal workshop at vacant lot
2026-06-04 Structural 659 SANTA RAY AVE, Oakland CA 94610 At single-family dwelling, voluntary foundation retrofit. (Adding a few piers an…
2026-06-04 Electrical 910 60TH ST, Oakland CA 94608 meter upgrade from 100A to 200A
2026-06-04 Plumbing 3814 LINCOLN AVE, Oakland CA 94602 water main line replacement, hot and cold water lines repiping for 2 bathrooms, …
2026-06-04 General Construction 3300 KEMPTON AVE, Oakland CA 94611 Deck repairs like for like
2026-06-04 Plumbing 0 ESTATES DR, Oakland CA 94603 Sewer Lateral and Excavation: Replacing the lateral from the building to the cit…
2026-06-04 Electrical 466 CRESCENT ST, Oakland CA 94610 Installation of level 2 EV charger with load management device.
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 5638 COLLEGE AVE, Oakland CA 94618 BART PD Reserve 4 NON-METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only for dumps…
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 4063 NORTON AVE, Oakland CA 94602 REPLACE 2 BEDROOM WINDOWS WITH RETROFIT VINYL WINDOWS.
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 9931 DANTE AVE, Oakland CA 94603 REPLACE REMOVE EXISTING FAU WITH 40,000 BTU FURNACE , WILL RELOCATE FURNACE TO A…
2026-06-04 Windows/Doors 1493 76TH AVE, Oakland CA 94621 Legalization of previously completed window replacement work. No structural chan…
2026-06-04 Electrical 3695 35TH AVE, Oakland CA 94619 125AMP SUB PANEL CHANGE OUT IN GARAGE, SUB FEED
2026-06-04 General Construction $20,943 International Residential Code ×2
2026-06-04 General Construction 241 29TH ST, Oakland CA 94611 remove lead containing stucco from exterior of building
2026-06-04 Roofing 965 ARLINGTON AVE, Oakland CA 94608 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-04 Roofing 857 PARAMOUNT RD, Oakland CA 94610 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Provisional Certificate
2026-06-04 Solar 2001 DRAKE DR, Oakland CA 94611 Remove current roof and install a new CertainTeed Landmark Solaris PRO Cool Roof
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 1595 76TH AVE, Oakland CA 94621 The installed windows will be inspected. The water service entrance has been rep…
2026-06-04 Structural 6109 HILLMONT DR, Oakland CA 94605 Storage Shed in the rear yard of 6109 Hillmont Drive. Single story storage shed …
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 6080 MARGARIDO DR, Oakland CA 94618 New scope of work: Replace 2 retrofit windows
2026-06-04 General Construction 353 CRESTMONT DR, Oakland CA 94619 Add Half bath
2026-06-04 General Construction 1129 82ND AVE, Oakland CA 94621 REMODEL (EXISTING) GARAGE 530 SQFT INTO ADU 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM, KITCHEN, LIVI…
2026-06-04 Solar 2900 SHEFFIELD AVE, Oakland CA 94602 Tear off roof and install Landmark PRO Solaris shingles.
2026-06-04 Roofing 5408 LAWTON AVE, Oakland CA 94618 Install Owens Corning TruDefinition® DURATION® COOL SHINGLES 22 SQ
2026-06-04 Roofing 3370 BRUNELL DR, Oakland CA 94602 Install Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® COOL shingles 17 SQ
2026-06-04 Electrical 2939 57TH AVE, Oakland CA 94605 100-200 AMP MAIN PANEL UPGRADE OVERHEAD, TO BE LOCATED ON EXTERIOR RIGHT SIDE OF…
2026-06-04 Plumbing 6307 MELVILLE DR, Oakland CA 94611 3 BATHROOM DRAIN REPIPE- IN CRAWL SPACE USING ABS WITH (16) fixtures 3 BATHROOM …
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 5335 LOCKSLEY AVE, Oakland CA 94618 Reserve # NON-METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only for dumpster, con…
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 1806 70TH AVE, Oakland CA 94621 To abate CE #2602031: At single-family dwelling: To remove unpermitted addition …
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 2854 MONTANA ST, Oakland CA 94602 PG&E PM:35068306-3- (phase 1 of three). Tree trimming required. Replace 10 poles…
2026-06-04 Roofing 6456 HILLEGASS AVE, Oakland CA 94618 1. Demolish carport/storage room and remove windows as indicated on plans, 2. Fi…
2026-06-04 Solar 188 BEECHWOOD DR, Oakland CA 94618 10 Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10.C+ 410 solar modules 1 1707000-XX-Y {11.5kW} inverter 1…
2026-06-04 Plumbing 5813 AVENAL AVE, Oakland CA 94605 Encroach approximately 20 feet through sidewalk and street to open trench for em…
2026-06-04 Solar 1145 62ND AVE, Oakland CA 94621 7.2 KW DC (16) Panels Roof Mount PV system with (1) ESS.
2026-06-04 Roofing 1950 103RD AVE, Oakland CA 94603 To Replace expired permit RBC2401859. To Complete Permits RB0902593 remodel kitc…
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 825 44TH ST, Oakland CA 94608 PG&E PM 35716709-PG&E to replace OH service, remove head guy, install messenger …
2026-06-04 Structural 4611 SHATTUCK AVE, Oakland CA 94609 Voluntary seismic strengthening of the existing two-story single-family residenc…
2026-06-04 Roofing 730 29TH ST, Oakland CA 94609 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Exemption Certificate
2026-06-04 Electrical 851 ALMA PL, Oakland CA 94610 -Sub-Panel Replacement -New Service Wire Rated at 100A -Hardwires Smoke Alarms -…
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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 17d 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 414 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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