Oakland Building Permits & Property Data

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3,146 indexed permits · 5,126 code violations · Oakland, California.

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Oakland building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 3,146
Total permit value (90d) $118,200,194
Active contractors 1
Newest permit 2026-08-03

PermitGrab tracks 3,146 building permits in Oakland, CA as of 2026-08-03. Live tracking of 5,126 code violations in the same area. Permits updated daily.

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Oakland building permit activity

Contractors pulled 1,344 building permits in Oakland over the last 30 days — down 25.4% from the prior 30 days, with $108,168,620 in declared project value across the 324 that report a cost. Over 90 days: 3,146 permits worth $118,200,194.

Most active contractors (last 6 months)

  1. EXEMPTION TYPE — 3 permits
  2. KEY DATES — 1 permit
  3. Contact Saleh Aboutaleb, Construction — 1 permit
  4. PREPAID INSPECTION — 1 permit
  5. What Type of Plumbing — 1 permit
  6. Will Construction — 1 permit
  7. Magnabuild LLC — 1 permit
Biggest project this month
$36,785,606 · (B) - Building New - 3+ Residential Units or Commercial (Building) · 430 BROADWAY, BLDG A, Oakland CA 94607
3,146
Indexed Permits
1
Active Contractors
5,126
Code Violations
2026-08-04
Last Updated
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Oakland had 1344 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 288 electrical, 215 general construction and 201 hvac. The average project value is $333,853.

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3,146 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-06-17 Roofing 3554 JORDAN RD, Oakland CA 94619 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Standard Compliance Certificate
2026-06-17 Roofing 526 GRAND AVE, Oakland CA 94610 Replace roof with new comp shingles and modified bitumen on the lower pitched ro…
2026-06-17 Plumbing 2205 MAGNOLIA ST, Oakland CA 94607 Three spas and 4 showers
2026-06-17 Plumbing 534 MIRA VISTA AVE, Oakland CA 94610 Remove all accessible galvanized water lines and replace with copper.   New Wate…
2026-06-17 HVAC/Mech 50 8TH ST, OAKLAND CA 94607 Cahill PM 50 8th St: Trenching for we utilities - 2 DW lines + FW line. Trenchin…
2026-06-16 Plumbing 747 52ND ST, Oakland CA 94609 Project location is at parcel 014-1205-019-01 (747 52nd St, Oakland) and consist…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 2907 MADERA AVE, Oakland CA 94619 Remove 3 trees from backyard and get authorization to remove all the trees in th…
2026-06-16 Electrical 7235 SAYRE DR, Oakland CA 94611 PM 74060993 (74060993-0) PGE to reinsulate and retention conductor at structure …
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 1747 INDIAN WY, Oakland CA 94611 PG&E PM 35718562-PG&E to replace joint pole, OH services, install OH transformer…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 491 BELLEVUE AVE, Oakland CA 94610 Reserve 6 METERED & 3 (75') NON-METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 115 MONTE VISTA AVE, Oakland CA 94611 Reserve 1 (25') NON-METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only for dumpste…
2026-06-16 Roofing 4800 SHETLAND AVE, Oakland CA 94605 Re-roof: 29SQ tear off install shingles, no redeck.
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 1 AIRPORT DR, Oakland CA 94621 The Oakland International Airport Restroom Upgrades Phase 3 project will renovat…
2026-06-16 Plumbing 6401 BLUE ROCK CT, Oakland CA 94605 Upper sewer lateral replacement from building foundation to front property line.
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 1006 MCKINLEY AVE, Oakland CA 94610 Reserve 1 (25') NON-METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only for dumpste…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 5701 SKYLINE BLVD, Oakland CA 94611 Comply with all terms, conditions and restrictions stated in the Traffic Control…
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1933 PERALTA ST, Oakland CA 94607 Plumbing for commercial building. Install eye wash (shower), deionized water sys…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 450 E 15TH ST, Oakland CA 94606 2story, 4-unit MFD, Unit 448: Replace gas wall furnace to partial abate CE260108…
2026-06-16 General Construction 6545 EXETER DR, Oakland CA 94611 Update permit RBC2503964. Kitchen Bath to reflect bathroom work includes removal…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 3842 ENOS AVE, Oakland CA 94619 Partial Foundation replacement at right side of garage as per Monte Stotts plans…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 5837 CHABOT CT, Oakland CA 94618 HEAT PUMP SYSTEM INSTALL 3 TON 36K BTU 19 SEER2
2026-06-16 Electrical 5170 SADDLE BROOK DR, Oakland CA 94619 100amp like for like main panel, 100amp like for like sub panel, 40amp stove cir…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 75 COLGETT DR, Oakland CA 94619 REPLACING 4 EXISTING WINDOWS USING RETRO FIT INSTALLTION. LIKE FOR LIKE REPLACEM…
2026-06-16 General Construction 6012 BALBOA DR, Oakland CA 94611 PM74060993 (74060993-3) PGE to Re-insulate and retention conductor 002/018 37.83…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 2325 88TH AVE, Oakland CA 94605 At existing 4-plex with an ADU replace a 6-foot stringer in-kind.
2026-06-16 Structural 2401 IVY DR, Oakland CA 94606 Existing basement conversion to 2-unit ADU. Unit 1 463 sq ft. Unit 2 463 sq ft
2026-06-16 Roofing 7014 HOMEWOOD DR, Oakland CA 94611 Issuance of a re-roofing certificate only allows for replacement of roofing up t…
2026-06-16 Roofing 564 FOREST ST, Oakland CA 94618 Replace roof with new comp shingles.
2026-06-16 Pool/Spa 5753 CHELTON DR, Oakland CA 94611 To abate CE 2507774 - Tree Damage to single-family dwelling. This project is int…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 925 ROSE AVE, Oakland CA 94611 replace all windows in kind at two story building to abate case code 2603001
2026-06-16 Plumbing 2122 LAKESHORE AVE, APT 209, Oakland CA 94606 At existing MFD unit 209 remodel kitchen and bathroom. No change to wall layout …
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 100 BAY PL, Oakland CA 94610 Reserve 6 METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only for dumpster, constru…
2026-06-16 Plumbing 747 52ND ST, Oakland CA 94609 Parcel 014-1205-019-01 located at 747 52nd St., Oakland CA. This work consists o…
2026-06-16 Plumbing 747 52ND ST, Oakland CA 94609 This project is located at 747 52nd st., oakland and at parcel 014-1205-019-01 .…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 10107 PIPPIN ST, Oakland CA 94603 PM 35726372-PG&E to replace (2) joint poles, OH services, replace/install OH tra…
2026-06-16 Electrical 8021 ATHERTON ST, Oakland CA 94605 Electrical panel upgrade from 60A to 200A
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 2690 66TH AVE, Oakland CA 94605 Replace existing kitchen range hood in kind.
2026-06-16 General Construction 320 E 15TH ST, Oakland CA 94606 exterior repainting of existing residential building . Preparation and repaintin…
2026-06-16 General Construction 389 SOMERSET RD, Oakland CA 94611 Deck Repairs: Sister rot damaged joists. Repair loose guardrail post and install…
2026-06-16 Electrical 2512 65TH AVE, Oakland CA 94605 Panel upgrade: 100Amp to 200Amp, no additional load
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 685 14TH ST, Oakland CA 94612 Remove existing windows at staircase location as previously presented in zoning …
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 1420 10TH ST, Oakland CA 94607 Scraping loose paint, minor repairs, priming and repainting exterior surfaces.
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 2570 94TH AVE, Oakland CA 94605 Replace furnace with 96%AFUE 60K BTU furnace. Install 2 new supply dampers and 1…
2026-06-16 Electrical 8211 SKYLINE BLVD, Oakland CA 94611 200 amp service upgrade
2026-06-16 General Construction 3928 FOOTHILL BLVD, Oakland CA 94601 to complete permit # RB0704087
2026-06-16 Plumbing 222 BROADWAY, Oakland CA Repairing of waste pipe under bathtub
2026-06-16 Windows/Doors 1510 FRANKLIN ST, Oakland 94612 United States Repair 5 sq ft vehicular damaged area of commercial building as follows: Replace…
2026-06-16 Roofing 46 TERALYNN CT, Oakland CA 94619 Removal of the old roof and installation of asphalt shingles on the pitched sect…
2026-06-16 Electrical 82 98TH AVE, Oakland CA 94603 Install two (2) EV charging stations for private fleet usage.
2026-06-16 Roofing 4240 HARBOR VIEW AVE, Oakland CA 94619 remove and replace existing roofing with comp shingle roofing
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Top Contractors

Most active contractors by permit volume — last 90 days of activity shown in parentheses. 3 of 7 have verified phone numbers below.

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Contractor Permits (90d) Trade Avg Value Contact
1. EXEMPTION TYPE 3 (3) Roofing - Verifying…
2. Magnabuild LLC 📞 1 (1) Structural $20,000 🔒 Reveal
3. Contact Saleh Aboutaleb, Construction 📞 1 (1) HVAC $783,951 🔒 Reveal
4. PREPAID INSPECTION 1 (1) Plumbing $70,000 Verifying…
5. Will Construction 1 permits/30d 1 (1) Electrical $500 Verifying…
6. What Type of Plumbing 📞 1 permits/30d 1 (1) Plumbing - 🔒 Reveal
7. KEY DATES 1 (1) - Verifying…

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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 3146+ 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 3,146 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 2026-08-03. 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 1,344 new building permits alongside 5,126 active code violations. 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 motivated-seller list

5,126 open code violations in Oakland, each matched to the property owner. 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 3146 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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Oakland permit & owner data, by use case

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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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