Palo Alto Building Permits & Property Data

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1,282 indexed permits · Palo Alto, California.

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Palo Alto building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 1,226
Newest permit 2026-08-03

PermitGrab tracks 1,282 building permits in Palo Alto, CA as of 2026-08-03. Permits updated daily.

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2026-08-04
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Updated today · live from city records
Palo Alto had 436 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 86 hvac, 72 general construction and 60 roofing.

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1,282 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-05-21 Windows/Doors 2399 SOUTH CT, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES: Interior residential remodel of approximately 430 SF including kitchen remo…
2026-05-21 General Construction 627 TENNYSON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Res: Like-for-like interior remodel of the existing powder room and master bathr…
2026-05-21 HVAC/Mech 719 CHRISTINE DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 2 heat pump sp…
2026-05-21 HVAC/Mech 923 BAUTISTA CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES: 238sf addition to 1st floor, 238sf deck, master bathroom remodel, new heat …
2026-05-21 Electrical 955 N CALIFORNIA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES Installing an (1) LEVEL 2 EV-charger within 2 feet of the panel
2026-05-21 Roofing 3400 HILLVIEW AV, PALO ALTO CA 94304 COM: Addition of channel strut frame that hangs from the soffit of the level 2 d…
2026-05-21 Plumbing 267 WALTER HAYS DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES: trenchless sewer replacement from building to property line
2026-05-21 Windows/Doors 3760 EL CENTRO ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 25BLD-03211: Revision to replace the existing doors and windows of the Living / …
2026-05-21 Roofing 1645 ALMA ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES: re-roof shingle to metal roof about 16 squares
2026-05-21 Plumbing 1926 CHANNING AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for direct replacement (same locatio…
2026-05-21 HVAC/Mech 1595 HAMILTON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential interior remodel ~ 800 sF consisting of a kitchen remodel including …
2026-05-21 Roofing 530 LYTTON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 COM: 'Nexus': Use & Occupancy and tenant improvement at the 2nd floor to include…
2026-05-21 Electrical 3798 NATHAN WY, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res : Installation of one Level 2 EV charging station with associated electrical…
2026-05-21 Solar 2060 BIRCH ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 DING Install a 4.5 DC kW roof-mounted photovoltaic system
2026-05-21 Windows/Doors 74 ERSTWILD CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Bathroom remodel. Replaced (E) window with (N) window at the same location,…
2026-05-21 Solar 3815 GROVE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res Installation of 13.5kWh Battery Storage System
2026-05-21 Electrical 218 FOREST AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Utilizing existing electrical infrastructure, install two new 100A electrical pa…
2026-05-20 Solar 430 PALM ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES MEP:Install 3.52kw 8 module roof mount photovoltaic system with Powerwall 3 …
2026-05-20 Plumbing 3657 RAMONA ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES MEP: Replace approximately 45 linear feet of existing building sewer between…
2026-05-20 HVAC/Mech 4173 EL CAMINO REAL, UNIT 6, PALO ALTO CA 94306 MF MEP: Heat pump HVAC replacement in the same place (existing gas furnace and A…
2026-05-20 HVAC/Mech 281 CREEKSIDE DR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for 1 heat pump water heater replace…
2026-05-20 General Construction 3705 STARR KING CIR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a residential single-family kitchen or bath remodel.
2026-05-20 Structural 3943 BIBBITS DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 25BLD-00703: Voluntary foundation underpinning using 9 push piers. ×2
2026-05-20 Electrical 3500 DEER CREEK RD, PALO ALTO CA 94304 TESLA C1- Tesla ID: DC25-0037-26M Lube Lab Expansion Electrical: Provision of (N…
2026-05-20 Solar 174 MONROE DR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES MEP: 4.40kW Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Installation
2026-05-20 Plumbing 830 CHIMALUS DR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 25BLD-02633: Revised architectural sheets and T24 to show the new tankless water…
2026-05-20 HVAC/Mech 3391 GREER RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Water Heater (electric): One heat pump water heater (detached single-family and …
2026-05-19 HVAC/Mech 421 KIPLING ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 **BLDG,PLN***Res: conversion of 2nd floor closet into a new full bathroom. 74 sf…
2026-05-19 Signage 261 HAMILTON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Com: Install (1) illuminated wall sign for "Fireclay Tile" (26PLN-00094).
2026-05-19 HVAC/Mech 206 EVERETT AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp…
2026-05-19 HVAC/Mech 226 ELY PL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp…
2026-05-19 Roofing 3350 THOMAS DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-19 Roofing 1845 EMERSON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-19 Structural 1017 Bryant ST, 1021, United States Kitchen and/or Bath Remodel: Within existing footprint, non-structural changes a…
2026-05-19 Structural 766 BRYANT ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Kitchen and/or Bath Remodel: Within existing footprint, non-structural changes a…
2026-05-19 Electrical 986 EL CAJON WY, PALO ALTO CA 94303 TEMP POWER
2026-05-19 Roofing 4074 BEN LOMOND DR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Apply polyurethane foam roof overlay. No tear off
2026-05-19 Roofing 704 MAPLEWOOD AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 23BLD-00600: The roofing/ceiling in the living room is proposed to be raised and…
2026-05-19 Roofing 555 KINGSLEY AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-19 HVAC/Mech 1560 CASTILLEJA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp…
2026-05-19 Roofing 2579 GREER RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 25bld-01096: Revision to change Roof material has been revised from metal roof t…
2026-05-19 HVAC/Mech 463 ADDISON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Heat Pump Space Conditioning Systems: New, retrofit, or replacement of space con…
2026-05-19 Plumbing 889 EMBARCADERO RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for interior domestic water piping s…
2026-05-18 Plumbing 1200 PAGE MILL RD, PALO ALTO CA 94304 Comm: replacement of water heater - Like for Like
2026-05-18 HVAC/Mech 804 BOYCE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp…
2026-05-18 Roofing 792 UNIVERSITY AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-18 Roofing 3123 AVALON CT, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-18 HVAC/Mech 151 UNIVERSITY AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 25BLD-02101: The revisions are largely related to modifications to the interior …
2026-05-18 HVAC/Mech 401 WEBSTER ST, APT 507, PALO ALTO CA 94301 COM R/R HVAC fan coil system in apt# 507
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No contractor lead data available for Palo Alto. The city's permit feed publishes addresses and project values but doesn't expose contractor names. Property-owner and permit details are still available below.

Permit Types in Palo Alto
Construction Activity in Palo Alto

New building permits in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto Building Permits

Palo Alto, California processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 1282+ Palo Alto building permits — updated daily from official city sources.

Every new construction project in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto.

How Contractors Use Palo Alto Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto open data portal.

Who pulled permits in Palo Alto this week?

PermitGrab indexes 1,282 building permits in Palo Alto, with new filings from the city's permit feed on every refresh.

How fresh is Palo Alto permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto right now?

In the last 30 days, Palo Alto permitting activity covers 436 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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How to look up Palo Alto building permits

Search recent Palo Alto, CA building permits by address, contractor, and permit type in the table above — pulled from the Palo Alto 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 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 1282 building permits in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto permit data?

PermitGrab collects Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto?

Contractors find leads in Palo Alto 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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Palo Alto permit & owner data, by use case

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Real estate investors
Code violations in Palo Alto = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Every Palo Alto GC who pulled a permit this week is sourcing labor and materials right now. Phone numbers included.
Home service companies
A Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto are the highest-intent solar lead signals. Owner-occupant filter built in.
Insurance agents
Palo Alto renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
Material suppliers
Lumber, drywall, roofing, fixtures — every Palo Alto permit is a parts list. Build a route by job type and value tier.
Developers & new construction
Ground-up builds in Palo Alto 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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