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 Windows/Doors 1049 55TH ST, Oakland CA 94608 Replace window like for like Replace plaster on wall where window is with drywal…
2026-06-04 Roofing 4209 REINHARDT DR, Oakland CA 94619 We shall tear off the old roof down to the sheathing board, install new underlay…
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 5960 BROADWAY TER, OAKLAND CA 94618 PG&E PM 47354605; Permit for restoration from after the fact emergency gas work.…
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 9421 CASTLEWOOD ST, Oakland CA 94605 At existing single-family dwelling to replace concrete slab lower level and Inst…
2026-06-04 Electrical 2857 82ND AVE, Oakland CA 94605 50 Amp Tesla charger installation inside cabinet on the exterior side of the hou…
2026-06-04 Electrical 5797 FOOTHILL BLVD, Oakland CA 94605 This is a multi-family property. The exact address of this property is 5795-7 Fo…
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 1316 94TH AVE, Oakland CA 94603 The window had been replace
2026-06-04 Roofing 1133 BELLA VISTA AVE, Oakland CA 94610 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 10019 LONGFELLOW AVE, Oakland CA 94603 At existing SFD expand bathroom into bedroom 1 closet, reconfigure bathroom layo…
2026-06-04 Solar 4215 GREGORY ST, Oakland CA 94619 Removal and Reinstall of 30 existing solar panels. (No additional/new equipment …
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 0 MARKET ST, Oakland CA 94612 Reserve 6 (150') NON-METERED parking space(s) and 4 METERED in front of the parc…
2026-06-04 General Construction 977 61ST ST, Oakland CA 94608 Remove any loose lead base paint, clean and apply primer. Work and complete sect…
2026-06-04 Electrical 311 OAK ST, UNIT PH5, OAKLAND CA 94607
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Demolish existing non-structural accent wall in closet area. Construct new non-b…
2026-06-04 Plumbing 747 52ND ST, Oakland CA 94609 Sewer Lateral: Abandonment of lateral L1.1 (25ft in length). Repair/replace buil…
2026-06-04 Electrical 6025 ROCKRIDGE BLVD, Oakland CA 94618 New Installation of 50 amp circuit for Level 2 EV Charger installed approximatel…
2026-06-04 Roofing 6677 BRANN ST, Oakland CA 94605 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Provisional Certificate
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 3720 MIDVALE AVE, Oakland CA 94602 Ensure that environmental controls are in place to prevent dust/debris/waste wat…
2026-06-04 Electrical 182 7TH ST, Oakland CA 94607 upgrade 200A main
2026-06-04 Solar 9430 CORAL RD, Oakland CA 94603 3.6 KW DC (8) Panels Roof Mount PV system with (1) ESS and (1) Expansion Pack, N…
2026-06-04 Plumbing 1125 54TH ST, Oakland CA 94608 Repair/replace sewer lateral and EXCAVATE in PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. An overflow de…
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 1000 22ND AVE, Oakland CA 94606 Replacing a single door within an existing opening to a larger door with panic h…
2026-06-04 General Construction 1809 MANZANITA DR, OAKLAND CA 94611 Grading permit for new construction single family residential on 1809 Manzanita …
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 6469 BENVENUE AVE, Oakland CA 94618 Reserve # METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only for dumpster, constru…
2026-06-04 Roofing 1087 AILEEN ST, Oakland CA 94608 1. REDO THE FRONT DECK SURFACE MATERIAL, ADD; WATERPROOFING MATERIAL ON THE FRON…
2026-06-04 General Construction 200 FAIRMOUNT AVE, Oakland CA 94611 Repair in Kind fire damage at 6 units located on 250 Fairmont Avenue Units 112, …
2026-06-04 Plumbing 2258 E 17TH ST, Oakland CA 94606 Roto-Rooter will perform a pipe burst approx. 150ft from cleanout to city main u…
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 300 LAKESIDE DR, Concord CA 94612 United States Tenant improvement HVAC work including installation of forced convector units, a…
2026-06-04 Solar 4208 LINCOLN AVE, Oakland CA 94602 Remove current roof and install a new Presidential Solaris Cool Roof
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 3910 39TH AVE, Oakland CA 94619 PG&E PM 35724038- PG&E to replace OH service and OH transformer. Ensure that env…
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 1950 FRANKLIN ST, Oakland CA 94612 T.I. - At existing commercial building on the 1st, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th floors…
2026-06-04 Pool/Spa 8019 GREENRIDGE DR, Oakland CA 94605 • Address soft story condition of both buildings with two garages each (4 total)…
2026-06-04 General Construction International Residential Code ×13
2026-06-04 General Construction 2883 Brookdale AVE, Oakland CA 94602 United States Legalize 2 unpermitted structures on the parcial as 2 ADUs
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 1346 EL CENTRO AVE, Oakland CA 94602 PG&E PM 35721954-PG&E to replace joint pole, OH services, install OH transformer…
2026-06-04 Plumbing 2425 25TH AVE, Oakland CA 94601 Gas house line extension 15' +/- 2' to include gas meter relocation to accommoda…
2026-06-04 Electrical 285 LEE ST, Oakland CA 94610 EVCS Level 2. THE INSTALLATION OF TWO (2) EVERCHARGE EV0002 48A CTEP EV CHARGERS…
2026-06-04 Demolition 155 GRAND AVE, 702, Oakland CA 94612 COMMERCIAL TENANT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING OCCUPIED SUITE. …
2026-06-04 Plumbing 3228 PRENTISS ST, Oakland CA 94601 Repair/replace sewer lateral and EXCAVATE in PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. Overflow devic…
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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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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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