San Carlos Building Permits & Property Data

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288 indexed permits · San Carlos, California.

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San Carlos building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 242
Active contractors 2
Newest permit 2026-07-31

PermitGrab tracks 288 building permits in San Carlos, CA as of 2026-07-31. Permits updated daily.

Lagging · Expected daily • newest record 3d old

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288
Indexed Permits
2
Active Contractors
2026-08-02
Last Updated
Updated recently · 2026-07-31
San Carlos had 76 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 14 solar, 14 roofing and 13 electrical.

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288 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-07-31 Plumbing 835 REGENT CT Water line replacement 30 ft from meter to foundation of the house
2026-07-30 Electrical 868 HEMLOCK ST Main panel upgrade from 200A to 400A
2026-07-30 General Construction 2025 BELMONT AVE A "like for like" remodel. We will expand the shower from 36"x36" to 54"x36", ad…
2026-07-30 Pool/Spa 128 HILLCREST RD CONVERT POWDER BATH TO FULL BATH - RELOCATE VANITY TO CREATE SPACE FOR NEW SHOWE…
2026-07-30 Roofing 1074 LAUREL ST replace 15 squares. comp shingles
2026-07-30 Plumbing 2230 CARMELITA DR Upper lateral replacement
2026-07-29 Solar 2352 HOWARD AVE 11.96 KW PV SYSTEM (26 MODS+MICROINVERTERS) & (2) ESS
2026-07-29 HVAC/Mech 145 HIGHLAND AVE Remove and dispose of existing furnace in lower floor at crawl space. • Cap gas …
2026-07-29 General Construction 2468 SAN CARLOS AVE Like for like bath remodel. New tile flooring, shower walls, New free standing t…
2026-07-29 Roofing 1030 ELM ST Tear-off existing roof and install comp asphalt shingle
2026-07-29 Windows/Doors 434 PORTOFINO DR Unit: 301 Replacement of 8 windows & 3 patio doors. Retrofit like for like.
2026-07-28 Solar 1583 EDMOND DR 10.12 KW PV SYSTEM ( 22 MODS+INVERTER) & ESS+ BATTERY EXPANSION
2026-07-28 Plumbing 1660 WALNUT ST demo/replace tile, wall board, toilet, vanity. Update electrical, plumbing, ligh…
2026-07-28 Roofing 273 CEDAR ST Remove existing roof, apply 30lb synthetic underlayment, install 23sq Class A Co…
2026-07-28 HVAC/Mech 6 MARIGOLD LN Remove gas furnace in laundry room closet and attic. Cap gas. Install (2) SVZ-AP…
2026-07-27 Electrical 2806 SAN CARLOS AVE relocate the main electric panel from the garage to the other side of existing b…
2026-07-27 Roofing 1351 CHESTNUT ST Tear off wooden shakes and install class a composition shingles
2026-07-24 Plumbing 1633 ARROYO AVE Replace Existing Drain Piping in Crawl Space Only
2026-07-24 Roofing 907 SUNSET DR Remove existing roof. Install plywood decking & GAF shingles on main house & rea…
2026-07-24 Solar 2388 BRITTAN AVE Removal & Reinstall solar panels MEP2015-00231 No Panel lay out changes & No Ele…
2026-07-24 HVAC/Mech 2 SUDAN LN Replace existing gas furnace and air conditioning system with a new Carrier 37MU…
2026-07-23 Solar 160 PALM AVE add 5 more panels to existing solar system.
2026-07-23 Windows/Doors 910 BUCKLAND AVE Replace 4 sliding patio doors nail fin. Same size and location
2026-07-23 Electrical 1022 MONTGOMERY ST 200 AMP Main Panel upgrade and home rewire for insurance purposes
2026-07-23 Solar 553 PROSPECT ST 3.29 KW PV SYTEM (7MODS+ MICROINVERTERS)
2026-07-23 Solar 551 PROSPECT ST 3.29 KW PV SYSTEM (7 MODS+MICROINVERTERS)
2026-07-23 Solar 555 PROSPECT ST 3.29 KW PV SYSTEM (7 MODS+MICROINVERTER)
2026-07-23 Solar 549 PROSPECT ST 3.29 KW PV SYSTEM (7 MODS+MICROINVERTERS)
2026-07-22 General Construction 1533 MORSE BLVD Remodel two (2) existing bathrooms
2026-07-21 Plumbing 83 HILLTOP DR Trenchless sewer line replacement for upper lateral from cleanout located at fou…
2026-07-21 Solar 2369 HOWARD AVE SAN CARLOS CA 94070 9 KW PV SYSTEM (20 MODS+INVERTER) & ESS+ BATTERY EXPANSION+ MSP UPGRADE
2026-07-21 Electrical 1724 ELIZABETH ST SAN CARLOS CA 94070 Run wiring for 50 amp circuit to outbuilding
2026-07-21 Roofing 111 WILSHIRE CT SAN CARLOS CA 94070 Reroof
2026-07-20 Electrical 653 LAUREL ST SAN CARLOS CA 94070 653-657 Laurel street, Replace existing electrical service with new 400-amp over…
2026-07-20 Solar 26 CEDAR ST SAN CARLOS CA 94070 6.3 KW PV SYSTEM (15 MODS+INVERTER) & ESS
2026-07-20 General Construction 1357 LAUREL ST Fire Repair Replace drywall Replace electrical
2026-07-20 Structural 967 MC CUE AVE SAN CARLOS CA 94070 kitchen remodel like for like, no structural changes replace cabinets, counter t…
2026-07-17 HVAC/Mech 1061 PORTO MARINO DR SAN CARLOS CA 94070 -replace furnace in attic with heat pump system like for like -replace some duct…
2026-07-17 Solar 108 WILSHIRE CT SAN CARLOS CA 94070 3.15 KW PV SYSTEM (7 MODS+INVERTER) & ESS
2026-07-16 Windows/Doors 101 ABERDEEN DR SAN CARLOS CA 94070 Replace 8 windows like for like. No structural changes
2026-07-16 General Construction 610 ELM ST SAN CARLOS CA 94070 Library Kitchen Bath Remodel
2026-07-16 Electrical 825 TAMARACK AVE SAN CARLOS CA 94070 Upgrading Federal Pacific 100amp service to 200 amp service.
2026-07-16 Plumbing 1423 HOWARD AVE SAN CARLOS CA 94070 Whole house gas repipe
2026-07-15 Fire Protection 150 INDUSTRIAL RD Relocate (5) existing notification devices in TI area.
2026-07-15 Solar 885 SUNSET DR SAN CARLOS CA 94070 TEAR OFF & DISPOSAL SINGLE PLY SYSTEM & INSTALL NEW COMPOSITION ROOF WITH TORCH …
2026-07-15 Windows/Doors 678 WELLINGTON DR SAN CARLOS CA 94070 replace 7 windows retrofit. replace sliding door in kitchen.
2026-07-15 Roofing 912 CHERRY ST SAN CARLOS CA 94070 Remove existing roof and install new composition shingles. 22 squares. Plywood i…
2026-07-14 Plumbing 183 BELVEDERE AVE SAN CARLOS CA 94070 Replace Main water supply from meter to house with 1" K copper pipe. Also horizo…
2026-07-14 Roofing 171 ROGERS AVE SAN CARLOS CA 94070 Remove composition roof; reuse sheathing; install composition roof.
2026-07-14 General Construction 883 HEATHER DR shower replacement and enlargement
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Permit Types in San Carlos
Construction Activity in San Carlos

New building permits in San Carlos, 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 San Carlos Building Permits

San Carlos, California processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 288+ San Carlos building permits — updated daily from official city sources.

Every new construction project in San Carlos 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 San Carlos.

How Contractors Use San Carlos Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in San Carlos 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 San Carlos 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 San Carlos 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 San Carlos open data portal.

Who pulled permits in San Carlos this week?

PermitGrab indexes 288 building permits in San Carlos, with new filings from the city's permit feed on every refresh.

How fresh is San Carlos permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for San Carlos is dated 2026-07-31. Expected daily • newest record 3d old. 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 San Carlos right now?

In the last 30 days, San Carlos permitting activity covers 76 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 San Carlos building permits

Search recent San Carlos, CA building permits by address, contractor, and permit type in the table above — pulled from the San Carlos 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 San Carlos Permit Pulse.

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Carlos Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in San Carlos?

PermitGrab currently tracks 288 building permits in San Carlos, 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 San Carlos permit data?

PermitGrab collects San Carlos 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 San Carlos?

Contractors find leads in San Carlos 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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Who buys this data?

San Carlos permit & owner data, by use case

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Real estate investors
Code violations in San Carlos = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Every San Carlos GC who pulled a permit this week is sourcing labor and materials right now. Phone numbers included.
Home service companies
A San Carlos 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 San Carlos are the highest-intent solar lead signals. Owner-occupant filter built in.
Insurance agents
San Carlos renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
Material suppliers
Lumber, drywall, roofing, fixtures — every San Carlos permit is a parts list. Build a route by job type and value tier.
Developers & new construction
Ground-up builds in San Carlos 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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