Palo Alto Building Permits & Property Data

1,831 indexed permits · Palo Alto, California.

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Palo Alto building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 1,187
Total permit value (90d) $14,981,812
Newest permit 2026-09-14

PermitGrab tracks 1,831 building permits in Palo Alto, CA as of 2026-09-14.

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2026-09-16
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Updated recently · 2026-09-14
Palo Alto had 374 building permit records published in the last 30 days, led by 141 general construction, 69 roofing and 44 other. The average project value is $599,272.

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Permit data through 2026-09-14

1,831 permits sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-09-14 Windows/Doors 725 GUINDA ST Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for retrofit of 15 window(s) and 2 s…
2026-09-14 Plumbing 2165 NEWELL RD Res MEP: Replace upper sewer lateral via trenchless. Install new two way clean o…
2026-09-14 Demolition 1229 STANFORD AV RES: Construct a single story detached ADU in place of garage. Garage demo on 26…
2026-09-14 Pool/Spa 164 HAMILTON AV 164 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301, Suite 100, Suite 200, Suite 300 Orpheus C… 2,166 roof sf
2026-09-14 Plumbing 3793 REDWOOD CIR Res MEP: Sewer replacement via trenchless 30 ft from building clean out to prope…
2026-09-14 Plumbing 762 LA PARA AV Res MEP: Emergency-New sewer system from the foundation to city clean up
2026-09-14 General Construction 1607 HAMILTON AV Res MEP: Upgrade electrical service to 200-amps, same location.
2026-09-14 Roofing 941 MADDUX DR Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 1200 sq 1,200 roof sf replacement Re-roof
2026-09-14 Structural 606 CHIMALUS DR Instant permit for a residential single-family kitchen or bath remodel.
2026-09-14 Roofing 1345 MARTIN AV Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 400 sq 400 roof sf replacement Re-roof ×2
2026-09-14 Roofing 485 MARION AV Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 2300 sq 2,300 roof sf replacement Re-roof
2026-09-14 Plumbing 788 CLARA DR Res MEP: Replace sewer line open trench, sewer line from building clean-out to c…
2026-09-14 General Construction 801 KIPLING ST Res: Upgrade electrical service to 400-amps.
2026-09-14 Structural 355 CHANNING AV Res: Provide labor and material to break out and lower the weep screed to cover …
2026-09-14 Windows/Doors 4151 EL CAMINO WY, UNIT G 26BLD-02315: Change patio door from Fibrex to nail fin.
2026-09-14 Structural 319 EVERETT AV Kitchen and/or Bath Remodel: Within existing footprint, non-structural changes a…
2026-09-14 Roofing 1050 CHANNING AV Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 2040 sq 2,040 roof sf replacement Re-roof ×2
2026-09-14 Roofing 1469 PITMAN AV Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 3200 sq 3,200 roof sf replacement Re-roof
2026-09-14 Demolition 1229 STANFORD AV RES: Demo detached garage
2026-09-13 Roofing 1836 WEBSTER ST Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 10 sq replacement Re-roof
2026-09-13 Solar 317 W MEADOW DR Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for PV Panels Only with a 12.84 kW-A… 12.84 kW solar Solar PV
2026-09-11 Roofing 375 HAWTHORNE AV, UNIT A Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 600 sq 600 roof sf replacement Re-roof
2026-09-11 General Construction 4151 OLD TRACE RD Replaces expired permit 22BLD-02478 for the cabana. This cabana was already perm…
2026-09-11 HVAC/Mech 2061 TASSO ST Heat Pump Space Conditioning Systems: New, retrofit, or replacement of space con…
2026-09-11 Roofing 3665 SOUTH CT Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 4000 sq 4,000 roof sf replacement Re-roof
2026-09-11 Windows/Doors 3378 WAVERLEY ST Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for retrofit of 18 window(s) and 2 s…
2026-09-11 HVAC/Mech 918 BRYANT ST Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for 1 replacement furnace(s) or wall… residential
2026-09-11 HVAC/Mech 461 OLIVE AV Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp… residential
2026-09-11 General Construction 570 VISTA AV MF: Multi-split HP - ductless replacement - 3 heads (12K, 7K & 7K BTU) and conde… 2 tons AC replacement HVAC replacement
2026-09-11 General Construction 621 ARASTRADERO RD Res: Construct attached ADU (971sf) with two bath and two bedrooms. Main house a… 971 roof sf New installation
2026-09-11 HVAC/Mech 3450 HILLVIEW AV Comm: Owner improvement to remodel shipping & receiving areas on the 1st and 2nd…
2026-09-11 Battery Storage 194 HEATHER LN Res: Residential electrical alteration at the existing 100A, 120/240V, 1-phase o… residential
2026-09-11 Windows/Doors 3085 ALEXIS DR 25BLD-02798: Revision to include steel frame and storefront window deferred subm…
2026-09-11 HVAC/Mech 918 BRYANT ST Heat Pump Space Conditioning Systems: New, retrofit, or replacement of space con…
2026-09-11 Roofing 375 HAWTHORNE AV Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 2200 sq 2,200 roof sf replacement Re-roof
2026-09-10 General Construction 123 SHERMAN AV Addressing for a new commercial building. commercial New construction
2026-09-10 HVAC/Mech 1625 MADRONO AV Res: Remodel to include convert portion of garage to a powder room. Update layou…
2026-09-10 Solar 4170 WALLIS CT Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for PV Panels Only with a 10.64 kW-A… 10.64 kW solar Solar PV
2026-09-10 HVAC/Mech 836 EMBARCADERO RD Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp… residential
2026-09-10 HVAC/Mech 818 MELVILLE AV Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for 1 replacement furnace(s) or wall… residential
2026-09-10 HVAC/Mech 3540 BRYANT ST Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp… residential
2026-09-10 Roofing 525 DRISCOLL PL Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 1500 sq 1,500 roof sf replacement Re-roof
2026-09-10 HVAC/Mech 2020 NEWELL RD Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp… residential
2026-09-10 Solar 324 EMERSON ST Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for PV Panels Only with a 4.66 kW-AC… 4.66 kW solar Solar PV
2026-09-10 HVAC/Mech 742 TORREYA CT Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp… residential
2026-09-10 Pool/Spa 3398 EL CAMINO REAL 24BLD-02437: Revision to relocate the accessible parking space.
2026-09-10 General Construction 269 SOUTHWOOD DR Addressing for an attached ADU.
2026-09-10 Roofing 1094 TANLAND DR MF: Replace selected building sidings with new lap & shingle siding and belly ba… shingle replacement New roof
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Permit Types in Palo Alto
Construction Activity in Palo Alto

New building permits in Palo Alto, California show where construction activity is occurring. Filter the public records by trade, date, address, and project value to research active projects and property activity. Contractor lead coverage is not currently available for this city.

About Palo Alto Building Permits

Palo Alto, California processes building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 1831+ Palo Alto building permits — newest permit date: 2026-09-14 from official city sources.

Each record can show the project address, scope, permit type, and value where the city publishes them. The source-published contractor records do not meet the coverage threshold for this city. PermitGrab does not represent this as contractor-contact coverage. Where property-owner records are available, they are matched to permit addresses separately.

How to use Palo Alto permit data

Filter the current records by trade, date, address, or project value to research construction activity. The most useful workflow in this market is verifying the project signal first, then using the property data that is actually available for that address.

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Who appears in Palo Alto permit records?

PermitGrab indexes 1,831 building permits in Palo Alto. New records appear as they are available from the source.

How fresh is Palo Alto permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for Palo Alto is dated 2026-09-14. Newest permit date: 2026-09-14. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, and permit type, plus contractor name where the source publishes it. Use a recent published record for project research; it does not show bid availability or a request for service.

What construction appears in Palo Alto permit records?

In the last 30 days, Palo Alto permitting activity covers 374 new building permits. The records can cover new construction, residential renovations, mechanical/electrical/plumbing upgrades, roof replacements, demolitions, or tenant improvements. Their usefulness for a contractor or supplier depends on the published project details, timing, and service area.

How to look up Palo Alto building permits

Search recent Palo Alto, CA building permits by address, and permit type in the table above — pulled from the Palo Alto building department's public permit records. New filings appear here as they are published. Filter by trade or search an address to look up a specific permit. For this week's filing volume, see the Palo Alto Permit Pulse.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palo Alto Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Palo Alto?

PermitGrab currently tracks 1831 building permits in Palo Alto, California. Data is pulled directly from the official municipal source on every collection cycle and includes permit number, address, permit type, status, estimated value, and contractor information where the source publishes it.

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Home service companies
An addition or remodel can be useful project context for HVAC, plumbing, or warranty outreach. Review the project signal before outreach.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in Palo Alto provide project context for solar-market research. Filter by the current project signal and verify ownership separately.
Insurance agents
Palo Alto renovations can identify properties for a policy-review workflow. Confirm coverage needs independently before contacting a property owner.
Material suppliers & manufacturer reps
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