San Francisco Building Permits & Project Research

6,662 indexed permits · 119 active contractors · 4,768 code violations · San Francisco, California.

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San Francisco building permits — key stats
Active contractors 119
Newest permit 2026-08-28

PermitGrab tracks 119 active contractors who pulled 6,662 building permits in San Francisco, CA as of 2026-08-28. 4,768 code violations in the same area, newest published 2026-09-01. Newest published record: 2026-09-01.

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6,662
Indexed Permits
119
Active Contractors
4,768
Code Violations
2026-09-03
Last Updated
Updated recently · 2026-08-28

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Permit data through 2026-08-28

6,662 permits sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-05-12 General Construction $45,000 2544 Baker interior remodel on 3/fl to convert family room to (n) master suite with closet
2026-05-12 Plumbing $1,965,424 400 Howard 6th fl, new dining hall tenant improvement, includes non-structural partitions, …
2026-05-12 Roofing $22,000 2619 46th re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement
2026-05-12 HVAC/Mech $3,000,000 1 Market 6/f: interior t.i area of work is 3068 sq.ft partial floor remodel. existing ass… New installation HVAC installation
2026-05-12 HVAC/Mech $10,000 2130 09th remove and replace approx 100 sq ft of stucco and dryrotted wood caused by water… replacement
2026-05-12 General Construction $150,000 889 Elizabeth replace finishes in 3 bathrooms and 1 tub to shower conversion. 1 powder room re…
2026-05-12 General Construction $20,000 212 Steiner unit a: kitchen remodel in kind.
2026-05-12 General Construction 138 Noe to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#202412207203. all work is …
2026-05-12 Electrical $3,000,000 1011 Turk this project replaces electrical distribution such as switchboard and motor cont…
2026-05-12 General Construction $80,000 2137 Grove kitchen remodel. no walls to be moved.
2026-05-12 Solar $29,750 164 Liberty solar permit: installing 20 solar pv modules, 415 watts per module, total no. of… 8.3 kW solar
2026-05-12 General Construction $8,500 2235 30th bathroom remodel, tub to tub, wall tiles, floor tiles, vanity, toilet.
2026-05-12 General Construction $20,000 556 Waller rear yard new deck and stairs.
2026-05-12 Plumbing 100 California removal of the mep systems and dimensioning/noting of the existing drains within…
2026-05-12 General Construction $14,000 2058 48th partial remodel of (e) ground floor bathroom. remove (e) bathtub and install new…
2026-05-12 General Construction $40,000 535 Taylor unit #403: remodel kitchen and bathroom. upgrade electrical in unit. no layout c…
2026-05-12 Structural $1,270,000 300 California renovation of building lobby finishes and the adjacent tenant fit out. this incl…
2026-05-11 Roofing $18,000 1016 Silver re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement
2026-05-11 Roofing 149 New Montgomery roof floor-revision 202512111568- replace roof membrane throughout roof drainage… replacement
2026-05-11 Roofing $41,002 309 Summit waterproofing details at window and doors, demo/ reflash & stucco. like for like… replacement
2026-05-11 General Construction $12,000 27 Saturn bathroom remodel and extension of non-load bearing partition wall.
2026-05-11 Windows/Doors 2235 31st revision to permit 202505136351. change large skylight over stairwell to 2 small…
2026-05-11 Windows/Doors $1,630,160 650 California 12 flr: office t.i. including interior partitions, doors, finishes, ceiling, lig…
2026-05-11 Windows/Doors $22,000 1290 28th remodel one bathroom, insulate and install sheet rock of approx. 360 sq ft of ce… 360 roof sf replacement New roof
2026-05-11 HVAC/Mech $3,200 690 Miramar replace dining room winodw iwth a door and add a guardrail at the (e) patio. rem… replacement
2026-05-11 General Construction 241 Arleta addressing permit only: purpose of this permit is to create the address 241 arle…
2026-05-11 Roofing $41,002 313 Summit waterproofing details at window and doors, demo/ reflash & stucco. like for like… replacement
2026-05-11 Signage $2,900 701 Irving sign f2 remove & dispose of plaque, install new plaque, 12"x8", 1/8" thikness (a…
2026-05-11 Signage $5,500 55 Green install 12 channel letters illunimated facing street for twelve labs called sign…
2026-05-11 General Construction 325 Moncada to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 201703131322. all work is… residential Bana Inc
2026-05-11 Roofing $16,950 1081 Geneva re-roofing modified butimen (with torch down) and asphalt shingles systems. remo… shingle New installation
2026-05-11 Roofing $15,000 562 30th re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement
2026-05-11 Electrical $1,275 254 Ritch convert (e) 1 bedroom unit into 2 bedrooms by adding 1 wall and 1 door in the co…
2026-05-11 Windows/Doors 667 39th revision to bpa# 202510097088: 1st fl - relocate door at storage, 2nd floor - re…
2026-05-11 Roofing $12,000 134 Sears re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement
2026-05-11 General Construction 3966 Clay to obtain final inspection for work approved under 200408262602. all work is com…
2026-05-11 General Construction $5,000 2072 Chestnut revision 202505146464- adding stairs instead of ramp at rear of property , exter…
2026-05-11 Roofing $9,800 4285 26th re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement
2026-05-11 Roofing $12,000 437 Brunswick re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement
2026-05-11 General Construction $22,000 2319 Green unit 2: remodel kitchen and 1/2 bath and 1 full bath, in kind. patch plaster and…
2026-05-11 Fire Protection 77 Federal provide as-built plans for basement & 1st/f fire sprinkler, ref to 202602115716 sprinkler
2026-05-11 Signage $2,900 701 Irving sign d: remove & dispose of e) projecting sign, install new projecting blade sig…
2026-05-11 HVAC/Mech $50,000 87 Hernandez revision to pa# 202502190589: remove existing front exterior stair. provide new … replacement
2026-05-11 General Construction 645 Spruce renewal of final inspection for bpa 202403077371.
2026-05-11 Windows/Doors $180,000 575 Mississippi renovation of an (e) 2-story bldging (basement excluded from this scope). includ…
2026-05-11 Electrical $14,000 1454 Waller replace 2 toilets in bathrooms like for like. add new independent circuits to su… replacement
2026-05-11 Roofing $28,350 38 Delmar reroofing no torch
2026-05-11 Roofing $22,000 363 Prague re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement
2026-05-11 Signage $2,900 701 Irving sign a & c: remove & dispose of e) cabinet sign, patch & paint, install new exte…
2026-05-11 General Construction 16 Toland to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202101152818. all work is…
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Permit Types in San Francisco

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Construction Activity in San Francisco

New building permits in San Francisco, California show where construction activity is being recorded. Contractors can filter the available public records by trade, date, address, and project value to research projects and plan outreach using the fields the source publishes.

About San Francisco Building Permits

San Francisco, California processes building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 6662+ San Francisco building permits — newest published record: 2026-09-01 from official city sources.

Building permits in San Francisco can document new construction, renovations, and specialty work. The fields in a public record vary by filing, but may include a project address, scope, estimated cost, or contractor name. Use the displayed source information to evaluate whether a record is useful for your market research.

How Contractors Use San Francisco Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers can use San Francisco building-permit records to research visible construction activity. A permit may signal a project that is relevant to a particular trade, but the source record does not establish that its owner is seeking a bid.

Use the published date, project details, and any named business contact to research a project before outreach. Public records are not exclusive, and outreach results depend on the market, project, and your own process.

Eligible subscribers can receive trade-filtered alerts when verified new records are collected. Alert timing and field coverage follow the underlying source rather than a universal schedule.

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Who appears in San Francisco permit records?

PermitGrab indexes 6,662 building permits in San Francisco. New records appear as they are available from the source.

How fresh is San Francisco permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for San Francisco is dated 2026-08-28. Newest published record: 2026-09-01. 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 San Francisco permit records?

San Francisco permit activity covers 6,662 indexed permits alongside 4,768 active code violations. 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.

2 workflows for San Francisco research

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Search a business name to review its recorded permit activity in San Francisco and the project details the public source publishes. Use the scope, timing, and address to research complementary work; a record is not a request for bids.

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The code-case research list

4,768 code violations are on record in San Francisco. A code record may warrant repair or restoration research. Review the official record before outreach, including its current status, scope, and contact permissions.

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How to look up San Francisco building permits

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Francisco Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in San Francisco?

PermitGrab currently tracks 6662 building permits in San Francisco, California. Data is pulled directly from the official municipal source on every collection cycle and includes permit number, address, permit type, status, estimated value, and contractor information where the source publishes it.

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San Francisco permit data, by use case

Same data, different angle. Pick the playbook that matches what you sell.

Real estate investors
Review published code-enforcement records with property context where linkage is available. A violation is a research signal, not evidence that an owner intends to sell.
Contractors & subs
Recent San Francisco contractor activity is a signal for labor and material demand. Contact details appear only where the public source publishes them.
Home service companies
An addition or remodel can be useful project context for HVAC, plumbing, or warranty outreach. Review the project signal before outreach.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in San Francisco provide project context for solar-market research. Filter by the current project signal and verify ownership separately.
Insurance agents
San Francisco renovations can identify properties for a policy-review workflow. Confirm coverage needs independently before contacting a property owner.
Material suppliers & manufacturer reps
Choose a product-line research workflow, then use published job type, description, and value fields where available for territory and demand research. A permit is not a materials order, purchase signal, or open bid.
Developers & new construction
Sort source-published new-construction records by project value and type to research active projects and property activity, with contractor details where the record publishes them.
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