Palo Alto Building Permits & Property Data

564 indexed permits · Palo Alto, California.

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PermitGrab tracks 564 building permits in Palo Alto, CA as of 2026-06-13. Updated periodically.

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Palo Alto had 396 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 98 hvac, 79 electrical and 57 roofing.

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564 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

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2026-05-26 General Construction 540 N CALIFORNIA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES: New two story single family residence over basement with an attached adu. L…
2026-05-26 HVAC/Mech 3125 MADDUX DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES: Conversion of existing carport and adjacent bedroom to 258 S.F. JADU, addit…
2026-05-26 General Construction 190 PARK AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Demo detached garage/accessory structure (590 sf) PLAN, UF
2026-05-26 Roofing 3946 LOUIS RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES - Remodel ~1200SF in place of Hall Bath and Primary Bath. New skylight to be…
2026-05-26 HVAC/Mech 455 GRANT AV, UNIT 7, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES MEP: Ductless heat pump multi-split addition. Run new electrical line for th…
2026-05-26 General Construction 4112 AMARANTA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES OVERHEAD MAIN PANEL UPGRADE FROM 100A TO 200A AND NEW MSP LOCATION, ~12 INCH…
2026-05-26 Solar 947 ADDISON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for PV Panels and Energy Storage Sys…
2026-05-26 Solar 2451 MIDDLEFIELD RD, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES: Main house Roof mounted, grid tied solar, 12 panels
2026-05-26 Plumbing 3886 ROSS RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES: installation of a new pergola and a prefabricated fire pit. Additionally, a…
2026-05-26 General Construction 540 N CALIFORNIA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES: Deconstruction of existing single family home and attached garage.
2026-05-26 Roofing 540 GUINDA ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-26 HVAC/Mech 991 BLAIR CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Heat Pump Space Conditioning Systems: New, retrofit, or replacement of space con…
2026-05-26 General Construction 3724 ORTEGA CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res MEP: Second floor bathroom lavy sink drain replacement
2026-05-26 HVAC/Mech 190 PARK AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Build a detached ADU with heat pump, heat pump water heater, and attached s…
2026-05-26 Windows/Doors 806 E GREENWICH PL, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for retrofit of 4 window(s) and 1 sl…
2026-05-26 Demolition 435 TASSO ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Owner improvement spec space approximately 3,400 SF at 2nd floor Suite 225 for a…
2026-05-26 Windows/Doors 1539 WALNUT DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Remove fireplace and windows. Install sliding patio door. BLD / _R-3 / VB
2026-05-26 Signage 407 LYTTON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 COM MEP: Sign permit for 'Demiya'
2026-05-26 Roofing 325 COLLEGE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-24 Roofing 780 UNIVERSITY AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-23 Structural 4163 PARK BL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a residential single-family kitchen or bath remodel.
2026-05-22 HVAC/Mech 4207 PARK BL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES: *original permit not routed to WGW and Electric, this revision is to captur…
2026-05-22 Structural 1215 HARRIET ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Kitchen and/or Bath Remodel: Within existing footprint, non-structural changes a…
2026-05-22 Fire Protection 310 COLORADO AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 25BLD-02084: Eliminate fire sprinkler requirement. Retain (e) water service and …
2026-05-22 Roofing 345 SHERIDAN AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Roof: Like for like re-roof, only one structure per permit (detached single-fami…
2026-05-22 Windows/Doors 1189 WELCH RD, PALO ALTO CA 94304 COM: Project includes new door, suspended stage lighting supports, soffit niches…
2026-05-22 Roofing 1808 CHANNING AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-21 Roofing 1645 ALMA ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES: re-roof shingle to metal roof about 16 squares
2026-05-21 Battery Storage 3815 GROVE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res Installation of 13.5kWh Battery Storage System
2026-05-21 HVAC/Mech 1345 COWPER ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 2 heat pump sp…
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 Plumbing 1170 UNIVERSITY AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Res MEP: Trenchless sewer line replacement from foundation of home to city clean…
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 Windows/Doors 2399 SOUTH CT, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES: Interior residential remodel of approximately 430 SF including kitchen remo…
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 2020 CHANNING AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for retrofit of 5 window(s) and 2 sl…
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 General Construction 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 General Construction 3798 NATHAN WY, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res : Installation of one Level 2 EV charging station with associated electrical…
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 765 MORENO AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for retrofit of 21 window(s) and 0 s…
2026-05-21 Roofing 470 SAN ANTONIO RD, PALO ALTO CA 94306 GHJDS: Remove and replace twelve existing gas/electric rooftop package units wit…
2026-05-21 General Construction 218 FOREST AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Utilizing existing electrical infrastructure, install two new 100A electrical pa…
2026-05-21 Plumbing 1926 CHANNING AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for direct replacement (same locatio…
2026-05-21 General Construction 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 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 Roofing 530 LYTTON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 COM: 'Nexus': Use & Occupancy and tenant improvement at the 2nd floor to include…
2026-05-21 HVAC/Mech 1595 HAMILTON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential interior remodel ~ 800 sF consisting of a kitchen remodel including …
2026-05-20 Structural 3705 STARR KING CIR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a residential single-family kitchen or bath remodel.
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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 564+ Palo Alto building permits — updated periodically 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 564 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 2026-06-12. 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 396 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Palo Alto Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Palo Alto?

PermitGrab currently tracks 564 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 on every daemon cycle. Its municipal source is currently updated periodically, so new permits appear here within 1–3 days of the source publishing them. The count above reflects the complete current record from that source.

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Who buys this data?

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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