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

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-05-17 Roofing 620 WELLSBURY WY, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-16 Plumbing 321 CALIFORNIA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 ARCHITECTURAL REVISION TO APPROVED PERMIT - KITCHEN EQUIPMENT CHANGES AND UPDATE…
2026-05-16 Structural 3705 STARR KING CIR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Kitchen and/or Bath Remodel: Within existing footprint, non-structural changes a…
2026-05-15 HVAC/Mech 340 PORTAGE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 New 74 unit For Sale Housing Development-- Master Plan Submittal Multi-Fam Bldg … ×12
2026-05-15 General Construction 1757 PARK BL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 RES Main Service Panel Like-for-Like replacement (200A)
2026-05-15 Roofing 998 VAN AUKEN CIR, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-15 Roofing 3050 EMERSON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-15 Solar 78 MORTON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for PV Panels and Energy Storage Sys…
2026-05-15 Solar 1001 HAMILTON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for PV Panels and Energy Storage Sys…
2026-05-15 Roofing 3705 STARR KING CIR, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-15 Pool/Spa 549 W CRESCENT DR, PALO ALTO CA 94301 New construction of 21' x 12'-4.5" pool & 7' x 7' spa within the perimeter of po…
2026-05-15 Windows/Doors 532 GEORGIA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for retrofit of 4 window(s) and 0 sl…
2026-05-15 HVAC/Mech 2002 TASSO ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 2 heat pump sp…
2026-05-14 Plumbing 3210 PORTER DR, PALO ALTO CA 94304 Com sewer replacement to city guidelines
2026-05-14 Roofing 653 STANFORD AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-14 Structural 3900 GROVE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Kitchen and/or Bath Remodel: Within existing footprint, non-structural changes a…
2026-05-14 HVAC/Mech 891 ALTAIRE WLK, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for 1 replacement furnace(s) or wall…
2026-05-14 Solar 78 MORTON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Solar: Roof-mounted solar system with SolarAPP+ (Single-family detached resident…
2026-05-14 General Construction 4368 MILLER CT, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Revision to Permit #24BLD-03270: Interior changes - shown on A-0.2; A-0.10; A-1.…
2026-05-14 General Construction 3024 PRICE CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 RES: Temporary Power
2026-05-14 Solar 2828 SOUTH CT, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for PV Panels and Energy Storage Sys…
2026-05-14 Roofing 1304 COLLEGE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a like-for-like re-roof for a Residential - Single Family/Dup…
2026-05-14 Structural 759 MAPLEWOOD PL, PALO ALTO CA 94303 Kitchen and/or Bath Remodel: Within existing footprint, non-structural changes a…
2026-05-14 Windows/Doors 564 GEORGIA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 25BLD-02370: Delete wood siding and replace with typical stucco finish for the b…
2026-05-14 General Construction 3837 GROVE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94303 25bld-03625: Revising prior approved permit to revert to plan to place a strong …
2026-05-14 Pool/Spa 180 EL CAMINO REAL, STE BB1155, PALO ALTO CA 94304 COM: 'Jones Road' Space #BB1155: Temporary construction barricade - 8' Freestand…
2026-05-14 General Construction 3730 ORTEGA CT, PALO ALTO CA 94303 ***Review plans under permit 26bld-01202****Res: Upgrade panel to 400amps
2026-05-14 Solar 2175 BRYANT ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 RES MEP: PV and ESS system
2026-05-14 Plumbing 3960 EL CAMINO REAL, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Gas line repair for red-tagged gas meter. City of Palo Alto Utilities shut off, …
2026-05-14 Structural 1304 COLLEGE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Instant permit for a residential single-family kitchen or bath remodel.
2026-05-14 HVAC/Mech 120 SEALE AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Residential - Single Family/ADU/Duplex: Instant permit to install 3 heat pump sp…
2026-05-14 General Construction 1632 MARIPOSA AV, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Res: Addition of detached pergola (198 SF). Conversion of existing detached gara…
2026-05-14 Roofing 850 HAMILTON AV, PALO ALTO CA 94301 Roof: Like for like re-roof, only one structure per permit (detached single-fami…
2026-05-14 Signage 895 EMERSON ST, PALO ALTO CA 94301 "BRIGHT GLOVE" NEW CORRUGATED METAL PANEL TRASH ENCLOSURE ~118sf INCLUDING GRADI…
2026-05-14 Structural 180 EL CAMINO REAL, STE C9, PALO ALTO CA 94304 25BLD-03462:  'Arc'teryx' - Revisions to include: Delta 6 - Field Conditions req…
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 2095 BOWDOIN ST, PALO ALTO CA 94306 Residential - Single Family: Instant permit for 1 heat pump water heater replace…
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 Solar 575 LOS TRANCOS RD, PALO ALTO CA 94304 26BLD-00377: Revision to PV layout updated
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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 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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