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
2026-07-09 Windows/Doors 1552 COWPER ST, UNIT A, PALO ALTO CA 94301 23BLD-03181: Revision to change window & door styles.
2026-07-09 HVAC/Mech 876 LA PARA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 2 heat pump sp…
2026-07-09 Roofing 940 LOS ROBLES AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-07-09 Roofing 3410 HILLVIEW AV, PALO ALTO CA 94304 THE PROJECT CONSISTS OF A FULL ROOF REPLACEMENT. THE EXISTING FOAM ROOFING SYSTE…
2026-07-09 Windows/Doors 785 LA PARA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for retrofit of 5 window(s) and 0 sl…
2026-07-09 Roofing 764 GAILEN CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-07-09 Electrical 3530 WHITSELL AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res Mep: Installation of outdoor 14-50 outlet box
2026-07-09 HVAC/Mech 777 ADDISON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Res MEP: Electrification. New sub-panel installation (100A) + electrical feed (d…
2026-07-09 HVAC/Mech 3119 GREER RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res MEP: Electrification. Replacement of the heat pump water heater from the clo…
2026-07-09 HVAC/Mech 3153 SOUTH CT, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res MEP: Electrification. Heat pump water heater installation with relocation (e…
2026-07-09 HVAC/Mech 1781 PARK BL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp…
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 391 COLLEGE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 26BLD-00799 Revision to approved plans to - Replacing deck edge beams w/ LVL bea…
2026-07-08 Plumbing 1479 KINGS LN, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Interior remodel consisting of a kitchen renovation with a new pantry and w…
2026-07-08 Roofing 2159 HIGH ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 975 PAGE MILL RD, PALO ALTO CA 94304 Temporary Contractors (Build Group) Construction Trailer for Project Under Permi…
2026-07-08 Signage 101 ALMA ST, UNIT 1304, PALO ALTO CA 94301 24BLD-02569 Revision reflects client-requested design modifications and coordina…
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 775 COASTLAND DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp…
2026-07-08 Windows/Doors 3326 KIPLING ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for retrofit of 2 window(s) and 1 sl…
2026-07-08 Plumbing 3592 EVERGREEN DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Re-pipe house and replace bathroom drain in the crawlspace.
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 3157 MADDUX DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 ADDITION OF 779 SF TO BACK YARD FOR BEDROOM & LIVING AREA; FULL HOUSE REMODEL (1…
2026-07-08 Plumbing 960 SHAUNA LN, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res : Replace approximately 38 linear feet of damaged cast iron sewer lateral fr…
2026-07-08 General Construction 7 PHILLIPS RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 New 799 square foot Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). (under separate perm…
2026-07-08 Roofing 719 NORTHAMPTON DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 2691 MARSHALL DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES upgrade relocation 400 amps overhead. Relocate power line from cutting acros…
2026-07-08 Roofing 3650 LOUIS RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-07-08 General Construction 2064 EDGEWOOD DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Remodel primary suite.
2026-07-08 Plumbing 820 RICHARDSON CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Res: Sewer replacement (trenchless). Add building and property line clean outs. …
2026-07-08 Electrical 772 BRYANT ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Multi-Fam Unit 772: Remove and replace sub panel (100-amps).
2026-07-08 General Construction 720 COWPER ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 C1-ML-Azeem K. Lakha D.M.D. & Scott C. Baird D.M.D.: Use & Occupancy only. Exist…
2026-07-08 Plumbing 2930 ALEXIS DR, PALO ALTO CA 94304 C1-CW-Res: Remodel to include updates to the primary bathroom, hall bathroom, la…
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 3773 REDWOOD CIR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES: Add New ADU of 441.7sq ft and entry for main house and foyer. Demo existing…
2026-07-08 Solar 1118 STANLEY WY, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for PV Panels and Energy Storage Sys…
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 1035 LOS ROBLES AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res Mep: Split Heat Pump (with air handler) Conversion 8.80 HSPF2 (AHVE60DP0300)…
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 231 STANFORD AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 C1-4LF/SC-Res: Build a detached ADU with heat pump, heat pump water heater, and …
2026-07-08 Roofing 340 PORTAGE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Stand Insurance LLC: Use & Occupancy and tenant improvement to build out the 1st…
2026-07-08 Roofing 951 VAN AUKEN CIR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES Heat Pump installation on the rooftop strapped to the wall and new 60A sub p…
2026-07-08 Roofing 1550 WAVERLEY ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES REPAIR/RENOVATION OF AN EXISTING POOL HOUSE. THE POOL HOUSE SHALL RETAIN ITS…
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 830 SYCAMORE DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES ATTACHED ADU 525 SQ FT. ONE BEDROOM ONE BATH, ADDITION TO MAIN HOUSE 82 SQ F…
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 435 TENNYSON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 24BLD-00939 detached ADU at 435 Tennyson Ave. Walls and windows shifting around.
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 435 TENNYSON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 24BLD-00938 - The project is the same conceptually in terms of scope, size, and …
2026-07-08 Structural 965 EMBARCADERO RD, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Instant permit for a residential single-family kitchen or bath remodel.
2026-07-08 Roofing 1413 DANA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-07-08 Roofing 1400 EDGEWOOD DR, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-07-08 Electrical 435 TENNYSON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Temporary Power Pole for construction power
2026-07-08 Roofing 738 CHRISTINE DR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-07-08 Plumbing 2084 HARVARD ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for direct replacement (same locatio…
2026-07-08 HVAC/Mech 4119 PARK BL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 1 heat pump sp…
2026-07-07 HVAC/Mech 1315 GREENWOOD AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for 1 heat pump water heater replace…
2026-07-07 Roofing 256 VENTURA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 MF: Remove existingcomposition shingle roof and replace with new composition shi…
2026-07-07 Roofing 252 VENTURA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 MF: Remove existing composition shingle roof and replace with new composition sh…
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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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