Palo Alto Building Permits & Property Data

2,629 indexed permits · Palo Alto, California.

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PermitGrab tracks 2,629 building permits in Palo Alto, CA as of 2026-11-02.

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Source date: 2026-11-02

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Permit data through 2026-11-02

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2026-06-24 HVAC
Source type: Project - Building Permit
737 ENSIGN WY, PALO ALTO CA 94303 United States CLOSE OUT 09000-00000-00775 FOR INTERIOR REMODEL EXPIRED PERMIT. INSTALLED WATER… furnace —
2026-06-24 HVAC
Source type: Water Heater (electric): One heat pump water heater (detached single-family and duplex only)
185 GREENMEADOW WY, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for 1 heat pump water heater replace… heat pump replacement —
2026-06-24 Landscaping & Exterior
Source type: Project - Building Permit
575 LOS TRANCOS RD, PALO ALTO CA 94304 Landscape Permit —
2026-06-24 Electrical
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
3520 LA MATA WY, PALO ALTO CA 94306 26BLD-00410: Replace the approved 70-amp exterior subpanel with a 125-amp rated … service panel replacement —
2026-06-24 HVAC
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
755 UNIVERSITY AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 24bld-02189: Revision to replace T24 report with T24 compliant report showing us… heat pump replacement —
2026-06-24 Electrical
Source type: Project - Building Permit
4156 KING ARTHUR'S CT, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES ONE STORY ADDITION TO EXISTING HOUSE: ATTACHED ADU 876 SQ.FT. All Electric (… —
2026-06-24 Demolition
Source type: Project - Building Permit
4001 MIRANDA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94304 SPEC SPACE : Interior non-structural demolition 7,777SF of existing tenant impro… —
2026-06-24 Interior Renovation
Source type: Project - Building Permit
698 MATADERO AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Redrain 3 spots in the bathrooms and kitchen —
2026-06-24 Plumbing
Source type: Water Heater (gas): One gas water heater, not tankless, same number of BTUs or less, and under 200,000 BTUs (detached single-family, duplex, single condo/apartment unit, and individual commercial tenant space)
725 LOS ROBLES AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for direct replacement (same locatio… tankless replacement —
2026-06-24 HVAC
Source type: Furnace: Replacement in same location, no A/C or heat pumps (detached single-family, duplex, and single condo/apartment unit)
483 FULTON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for 1 replacement furnace(s) or wall… furnace replacement —
2026-06-24 Roofing
Source type: Roof: Like for like re-roof, only one structure per permit (detached single-family and duplex only, non-historic property)
1635 EL CAMINO REAL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 1600 sq replacement —
2026-06-24 Roofing
Source type: Project - Building Permit
352 UNIVERSITY AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 CVS: Repair roof top unit, change out coil. replacement —
2026-06-24 General Construction
Source type: Project - Building Permit
2291 SAINT FRANCIS DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Upgrade existing 100amp MEP to 200Amp in same location 100A —
2026-06-23 Structural
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
3921 LOUIS RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 24BLD-03432: Metal framing revised to wood framing. —
2026-06-23 Electrical
Source type: Project - Building Permit
3718 CASS WY, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Temp power. —
2026-06-23 Structural
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
1222 FULTON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 25BLD-01975: revision by adding shoring plan, detail, and calculations. —
2026-06-23 HVAC
Source type: Water Heater (electric): One heat pump water heater (detached single-family and duplex only)
951 VAN AUKEN CIR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for 1 heat pump water heater replace… heat pump replacement —
2026-06-23 HVAC
Source type: Project - Building Permit
759 KENDALL AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Deconstruction of existing house (1489 SF) with attached garage (406 SF) —
2026-06-23 Electrical
Source type: Project - Building Permit
2344 BOWDOIN ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES Reconnect overhead electricity to property and electrify residence. Swap exi… replacement —
2026-06-23 Electrical
Source type: Project - Building Permit
759 KENDALL AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Temp power —
2026-06-23 Electrical
Source type: Project - Building Permit
760 SAN ANTONIO RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 C1-COM-Electrical & Alteration-OWNER - IMPROVEMENT UPGRADE AND RELOCATION OF ELE… service panel New installation —
2026-06-23 HVAC
Source type: Project - Building Permit
754 TORREYA CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES: Build a detached ADU AT 589 sf. 1 bed 1 bath with full size kitchen. New ta… heat pump, mini-split New installation —
2026-06-23 Roofing
Source type: Roof: Like for like re-roof, only one structure per permit (detached single-family and duplex only, non-historic property)
184 TENNYSON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup… 2753 sq replacement —
2026-06-23 Windows & Doors
Source type: Project - Building Permit
742 BARRON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Like-for-like, same-size fixture and finish replacement only: Replacement o… like for like replacement HVAC changeout —
2026-06-23 HVAC
Source type: Project - Building Permit
951 EL CAJON WY, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res MEP: Replacing boiler system —
2026-06-23 Solar
Source type: Solar: Roof-mounted solar system with SolarAPP+ (Single-family detached residential or duplex only)
3190 MIDDLEFIELD RD, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Solar: Roof-mounted solar system with SolarAPP+ (Single-family detached resident… solar —
2026-06-23 Interior Renovation
Source type: Project - Building Permit
636 MIDDLEFIELD RD, PALO ALTO CA 94301 TENANT IMPROVEMENT OF AN EXISTING LAW OFFICE. —
2026-06-23 HVAC
Source type: Project - Building Permit
759 KENDALL AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Construct new 2-story house (2576 SF) with attached garage (213 SF) and att… New installation HVAC installation —
2026-06-23 Electrical
Source type: Project - Building Permit
1345 COWPER ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 C1-AC-RES Install PV (28) CertainTeed 440 module; system size: 12.32KW DC with (… 50A battery, solar New installation —
2026-06-23 Solar
Source type: Solar: Roof-mounted solar system with SolarAPP+ (Single-family detached residential or duplex only)
3182 MIDDLEFIELD RD, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Solar: Roof-mounted solar system with SolarAPP+ (Single-family detached resident… solar —
2026-06-23 Electrical
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
900 N CALIFORNIA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 21BLD-01530: Sewer clarification, PV requriementcompleted under 22BLD-02528 revi… 100A solar —
2026-06-23 Structural
Source type: Kitchen and/or Bath Remodel: Within existing footprint, non-structural changes are allowed (detached single-family and duplex only)
1905 EDGEWOOD DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Instant permit for a residential single-family kitchen or bath remodel. —
2026-06-23 Electrical
Source type: Project - Building Permit
2321 PARK BL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Remove and replace 100 amp sub panels in units 2325 and 2321. Both units are in … 100A replacement —
2026-06-23 Electrical
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
660 PALO ALTO AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 26BLD-01533: Move sink in master bathroom. Show electrical work. Update details … —
2026-06-23 Electrical
Source type: Project - Building Permit
2333 PARK BL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Remove and replace 100 amp sub panels in units 2333, 2329, 2331 and 2327. All fo… 100A replacement —
2026-06-23 Electrical
Source type: Project - Building Permit
1501 PAGE MILL RD, PALO ALTO CA 94304 Scope: Electrical Replacement of Motor Control Cabinet 200A 480V Like-for-Like 200A replacement —
2026-06-23 HVAC
Source type: Project - Building Permit
433 CAMBRIDGE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Remove gas fired 8 ton HVAC unit and replace with 8.5 ton heat pump unit to serv… 8 tons heat pump replacement —
2026-06-23 HVAC
Source type: Project - Building Permit
549 W CRESCENT DR, PALO ALTO CA 94301 C1-AC-RES Installation of roof mounted PV system in residential roof, 5.06 kW an… AC New installation —
2026-06-22 HVAC
Source type: Heat Pump Space Conditioning Systems: New, retrofit, or replacement of space conditioning system (heat pump, furnace/air handler) and associated ductwork (detached single-family, duplex, and ADUs)
445 MONROE DR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Heat Pump Space Conditioning Systems: New, retrofit, or replacement of space con… furnace, heat pump replacement —
2026-06-22 HVAC
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
1144 FOREST AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 25BLD-03344: add a prefabricated freestanding sauna and cold tub in backyard. —
2026-06-22 HVAC
Source type: Project - Building Permit
3500 DEER CREEK RD, PALO ALTO CA 94304 TESLA: 24M A 589 sf new 10ft tall Cleanroom and new test equipment.Structural. E… New installation HVAC installation —
2026-06-22 HVAC
Source type: Heat Pump Space Conditioning Systems: New, retrofit, or replacement of space conditioning system (heat pump, furnace/air handler) and associated ductwork (detached single-family, duplex, and ADUs)
1638 CASTILLEJA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 2 heat pump sp… heat pump New installation —
2026-06-22 Windows & Doors
Source type: Windows & Sliding Doors: Retrofit or replacement with same size (detached single-family and duplex only, non-historic property)
237 EDLEE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for retrofit of 12 window(s) and 1 s… —
2026-06-22 Windows & Doors
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
430 PALM ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 24bld-03023: Revision #2 to 430 Palm Lot 1's patio door from a 15' patio door to… —
2026-06-22 Windows & Doors
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
895 EMERSON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 25BLD-03980: Modifying scope based on conversation with David and Kyle as follow… —
2026-06-22 General Construction
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
2470 EMBARCADERO WY, PALO ALTO CA 94303 25BLD-03484: deferred fume hood anchorage submittal for project —
2026-06-22 HVAC
Source type: Revision-Building Permit
2150 WAVERLEY ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 25BLD-01584: Revision to request new gas service New installation HVAC installation —
2026-06-22 Electrical
Source type: Project - Building Permit
501 GREER RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Upgrade electrical service from 100a to 200a —
2026-06-22 Structural
Source type: Kitchen and/or Bath Remodel: Within existing footprint, non-structural changes are allowed (detached single-family and duplex only)
860 NW moana CT, BLDG, United States Kitchen and/or Bath Remodel: Within existing footprint, non-structural changes a… —
2026-06-22 HVAC
Source type: Project - Building Permit
3924 LOUIS RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Mep Res: Packaged heat pump replacement on the roof heat pump replacement —
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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 2,629+ Palo Alto building permits — newest permit date: 2026-11-02 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.

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PermitGrab indexes 2,629 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 2026-11-02. Newest permit date: 2026-11-02. 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?

Palo Alto permit activity covers 2,629 indexed 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.

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