Palo Alto Building Permits & Property Data

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1,267 indexed permits · Palo Alto, California.

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“Over the last 90 days, 1,222 permits were pulled in Palo Alto. A permit is proof of work, and proof of work is a real lead.”
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Palo Alto building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 1,222
Newest permit 2026-08-03

PermitGrab tracks 1,267 building permits in Palo Alto, CA as of 2026-08-03. Permits updated daily.

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2026-08-03
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Palo Alto had 422 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 86 hvac, 61 general construction and 57 roofing.

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1,267 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-05-13 HVAC/Mech 849 MARSHALL DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 25BLD-01405: * Shift garage wall 6" to save kitchen bay window, the garage remai…
2026-05-13 HVAC/Mech 2002 TASSO ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Heat Pump Space Conditioning Systems: New, retrofit, or replacement of space con…
2026-05-13 Roofing 1246 WILSON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Res: Deck dry rot repair. Replace deck sheathing with 3/4'' plywood sheathing. R…
2026-05-13 Electrical 3760 EL CENTRO ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Installation of temporary power pole
2026-05-13 Electrical 1040 MOFFETT CIR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES: Upgrade to a 100 amp single panel, overhead electrical service system
2026-05-13 HVAC/Mech 2470 EMBARCADERO WY, PALO ALTO CA 94303 25BLD-03484: Revision to a new room, IW Sample Room has been added and the equip…
2026-05-13 HVAC/Mech 120 SEALE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Heat Pump Space Conditioning Systems: New, retrofit, or replacement of space con…
2026-05-13 Solar 575 LOS TRANCOS RD, PALO ALTO CA 94304 26BLD-00377: Revision to PV layout updated
2026-05-13 Electrical 880 NEWELL RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 customer would like to upgrade main electrical panel to 200 amp service and inst…
2026-05-13 HVAC/Mech 2095 BOWDOIN ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for 1 heat pump water heater replace…
2026-05-13 Roofing 965 ADDISON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-13 Electrical 3375 HILLVIEW AV, PALO ALTO CA 94304 COM-Electrical-Installing two 120v outlets
2026-05-13 HVAC/Mech 1025 HARKER AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Res MEP: Two ductless heat pump HVAC systems installation with subpanel replacem…
2026-05-13 HVAC/Mech 137 PARK AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp…
2026-05-13 Electrical 180 EL CAMINO REAL, STE 1220, PALO ALTO CA 94304 COM: 'Simon' - Landlord work re-demise to remove existing tenant improvements to…
2026-05-13 General Construction 324 UNIVERSITY AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 24BLD-02788:Adding a drop ceiling suspended over cooking area - requested by Cou…
2026-05-13 Roofing 323 MACLANE, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-13 Electrical 759 MAPLEWOOD PL, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Drywall work related to full house rewiring
2026-05-12 Solar 1144 FIFE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for an amendment to a residential SolarAPP+ permit at 1144 FIFE A…
2026-05-12 Fire Protection 2822 KIPLING ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES: Drywall removal for installation of fire sprinkler and drywall/insulation r…
2026-05-12 HVAC/Mech 758 DE SOTO DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 25BLD-00365: Revision to change HVAC system to a mini-split.  This change also a…
2026-05-12 Plumbing 1585 COLLEGE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res MEP: repair water line and sewer line in city right away
2026-05-12 Solar 891 COLORADO AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Solar: Roof-mounted solar system with SolarAPP+ (Single-family detached resident…
2026-05-12 Roofing 640 HOMER AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-12 HVAC/Mech 1501 PAGE MILL RD, PALO ALTO CA 94304 TESLA: TI ~ 1000sf PM25-0035. Renovate existing conference room. Install new all…
2026-05-12 Pool/Spa 475 HOMER AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 COM: TI to an accessory kitchen within a commercial space. Food preparation for …
2026-05-12 Roofing 1135 EMERSON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES: re-roofing, remove v25 sq of wood shake install 25 sq of presidential TL sh…
2026-05-12 Pool/Spa 1950 TASSO ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Res MEP: Install new 50amp GFCI disconnect box for swimming pool equipment
2026-05-12 General Construction 3721 MIDDLEFIELD RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 26BLD-00906: to clearly label the existing powder room located in the garage tha…
2026-05-12 HVAC/Mech 2095 BOWDOIN ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp…
2026-05-12 Plumbing 868 RICHARDSON CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Multi-family: Instant permit for direct replacement (same location) gas water he…
2026-05-12 General Construction 3524 LOUIS RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 25BLD-03856: Revision to rotate orientation 180 degrees
2026-05-12 General Construction 4151 ABEL AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a residential single-family kitchen or bath remodel.
2026-05-12 Plumbing 3960 EL CAMINO REAL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Gas line: Like-for like gas line repair (all uses allowed)
2026-05-11 HVAC/Mech 991 BLAIR CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Heat Pump Space Conditioning Systems: New, retrofit, or replacement of space con…
2026-05-11 General Construction 261 HAMILTON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Fireclay Tile: Use & Occupancy and interior remodel to include updated electrica…
2026-05-11 General Construction 11 TULIP LN, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Addition to include bedrooms 3, 4 and hall bath. Remodel to create guest ba…
2026-05-11 Roofing 454 FOREST AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Palo Alto Orthodontics: Remove and replace roof top units. BLD, PLAN, FIRE, HAZ …
2026-05-11 HVAC/Mech 3730 ORTEGA CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Convert detached garage to ADU
2026-05-11 HVAC/Mech 430 JACOBS CT, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES: Removal of thirteen (13) existing windows and the installation of new repla…
2026-05-11 Electrical 3155 STOCKTON PL, PALO ALTO CA 94303 26BLD-00292: Conduit size and cable layout has been changed.
2026-05-11 Roofing 340 LOWELL AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-11 Roofing 2599 EMERSON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-11 Windows/Doors 1748 CHANNING AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for retrofit of 4 window(s) and 0 sl…
2026-05-11 Demolition 3024 PRICE CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Deconstruct single family residence (1446 sf)
2026-05-11 HVAC/Mech 3024 PRICE CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Build a 2-story single family residence with attached 2-bedroom ADU, attach…
2026-05-11 General Construction 2757 WAVERLEY ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Kitchen remodel, including new cabinetry and appliances. New lighting and e…
2026-05-11 HVAC/Mech 723 FLORALES DR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Install heat pumps. Add sub panel, add circuit to service kitchen appliance…
2026-05-11 HVAC/Mech 2377 SAINT FRANCIS DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res MEP: replacing the waterline from meter to home.
2026-05-11 Plumbing 3410 HILLVIEW AV, PALO ALTO CA 94304 Comm: Replace backflow prevention assembly. BLD, FIRE, WGW, PLAN (no per Garrett…
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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 1267+ 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 1,267 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 19h 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 422 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 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 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 1267 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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