San Francisco Building Permits & Contractor Leads

5,837 indexed permits · 119 active contractors · 4,682 code violations · San Francisco, California.

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San Francisco building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 5,169
Total permit value (90d) $591,434,686
Active contractors 119
Newest permit 2026-08-06

PermitGrab tracks 119 active contractors who pulled 5,837 building permits in San Francisco, CA as of 2026-08-06. Live tracking of 4,682 code violations in the same area. Updated daily.

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San Francisco building permit activity

1,584 building permits were filed in San Francisco over the last 30 days — down 14.1% from the prior 30 days, with $204,013,387 in declared project value across the 1,530 that report a cost. Over 90 days: 5,169 permits worth $591,434,686.

Most active contractors (last 6 months)

  1. Arten — 14 permits
  2. Vince — 13 permits
  3. Bcci Construction Company — 13 permits
  4. Novo Construction Inc — 12 permits
  5. Monica — 12 permits
  6. Joe — 11 permits
  7. Max — 11 permits
  8. David — 10 permits
  9. Jordan Hvac Dba Jordan Sheet Metal — 10 permits
  10. Eric — 10 permits

Busiest ZIP codes (last 90 days)

  • 94110 — 399 permits
  • 94122 — 348 permits
  • 94112 — 294 permits
  • 94114 — 279 permits
  • 94118 — 273 permits
Biggest project this month
$14,150,000 · otc alterations permit · 100 Stockton · Michael
5,837
Indexed Permits
119
Active Contractors
4,682
Code Violations
2026-08-07
Last Updated
Updated today · live from city records
San Francisco had 1584 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 756 general construction, 441 interior renovation and 103 windows & doors. The average project value is $133,342.

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Permit data through 2026-08-06
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10,519 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2025-08-14 Violation 1855 15th St not active
2025-08-14 Violation 16 Fairmount St not active
2025-08-14 Violation 1838 Union St Observed awning installed without the benefit of a permit. Code/Section: SFBC 10… active
2025-08-14 Violation 155 Hyde St active
2025-08-14 Violation 907 Valencia St active
2025-08-14 Violation 1584 36th Av not active
2025-08-13 Violation 320 Kearny St OBSERVED WINDOW AT FRONT OF STRUCTURE AT 318 KEARNY BROKEN AT GROUND LEVEL. Co… active
2025-08-13 Violation 1 Helena St Observed unsecured fencing. 2 abandoned trailers. Shed built attaching to traile… active
2025-08-13 Violation 2041 Market St OBTAIN PERMIT WITH PLANS AND PLANNING APPROVAL. OBTAIN ALL REQUIRED INSPECTION… not active
2025-08-13 Violation 4354 20th St A complaint investigation has revealed kitchen and 2 bathroom rennovations witho… not active
2025-08-13 Violation 20 Franklin St not active
2025-08-13 Violation 4419 Irving St not active
2025-08-13 Violation 2651 43rd Av not active
2025-08-13 Violation 1109 Page St active
2025-08-13 Violation 5122 03rd St A complaint investigation has revealed that permit no. 201512185516 and permit n… active
2025-08-13 Violation 2030 44th Av At the first floor entry, walls/doors have been constructed which separate the d… active
2025-08-12 Violation 120 Dolores St Failure to comply with the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance 194-09 and S.F… active
2025-08-12 Violation 325 Columbus Av Observed canopy damaged. Supports at ground and building are failing. Area is ta… active
2025-08-12 Violation 2043 19th Av A complaint investigation has revealed that the concrete carport/patio has spall… active
2025-08-12 Violation 1824 Church St A complaint investigation has revealed removal and replacement of (12) windows a… not active
2025-08-12 Violation 1722 Mcallister St not active
2025-08-12 Violation 182 Byxbee St OBSERVED FROM REAR YARD OF 182 BYXBEE FENCE BETWEEN 721 SHIELDS ST AND 182 BYXBE… not active
2025-08-12 Violation 657 Valencia St Failure to comply with the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance 194-09 and S.F… not active
2025-08-12 Violation 320 Clementina St not active
2025-08-12 Violation 471 Pine St Observed spalling of concrete from upper floor at walkway between 471 and 465. A… not active
2025-08-12 Violation 2339 45th Av The legal use of this building is a single family dwelling with permitted living… active
2025-08-12 Violation 1888 Geneva Av not active
2025-08-12 Violation 1330 Polk St FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE VACANT OR ABANDONED COMMERCIAL STOREFRONT ORDINANCE 5… not active
2025-08-12 Violation 86 06th St not active
2025-08-12 Violation 1020 Noe St active
2025-08-12 Violation 2877 Cesar Chavez St Failure to comply with the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance 194-09 and S.F… active
2025-08-11 Violation 3190 San Bruno Av not active
2025-08-11 Violation 724 Duboce Av not active
2025-08-11 Violation 423 Laguna St active
2025-08-11 Violation 150 Dolores St active
2025-08-11 Violation 132 Hawthorne St OBSERVED 15 INDEPENDENT WORK BOOTHS ON DISTRIBUTED ON 1ST AND 2ND FLR APPOX 7 FT… active
2025-08-11 Violation 871 46th Av active
2025-08-11 Violation 4027 Folsom St AS OBSERVED DURING COMPLAINT INSPECTION - THE CD DRAIN FROM GAS APPLIANCE IS IMP… active
2025-08-11 Violation 3180 San Bruno Av not active
2025-08-11 Violation 43 Jules Av Observed new retaining wall in front setback over 3 feet in height and over 4 fe… active
2025-08-11 Violation 1584 36th Av On the ground level, the existing floor plan (family room and laundry-PA 2000060… active
2025-08-11 Violation 1119 Shotwell St A complaint investigation revealed 2 garage doors at front facade have been conv… active
2025-08-11 Violation 2617 Diamond St A complaint investigation has revealed that the interior sheetrock has been remo… not active
2025-08-11 Violation 2583 San Bruno Av not active
2025-08-08 Violation 3657 Clay St A complaint investigation has revealed that permit No 200210038097 has expired w… not active
2025-08-08 Violation 4801 Mission St Failure to comply with the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance 194-09 and S.F… active
2025-08-08 Violation 3232 21st St A complaint investigation revealed that the installation of a new garage door wi… active
2025-08-08 Violation 1250 Masonic Av not active
2025-08-08 Violation 1094 Hollister Av not active
2025-08-08 Violation 755 Monterey Bl not active
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Top Contractors

Most active contractors by permit volume — last 90 days of activity shown in parentheses. Contact details are available for 21 of 25 businesses below.

🆕 New this week
Contractor Permits (90d) Trade Avg Value Contact
1. Bcci Construction Company 📞 🔥 13 permits/30d Active 16 (16) Demolition $675,034 🔒 Reveal
2. Arten 📞 4 permits/30d Active 14 (14) Interior Renovation $90,114 🔒 Reveal
3. Vince 9 permits/30d Active 13 (13) Interior Renovation $99,722
4. Novo Construction Inc 📞 9 permits/30d Active 13 (13) $293,682 🔒 Reveal
5. Gary Bell & Associates 4 permits/30d Active 13 (13) $376,183
6. Monica 📞 9 permits/30d Active 12 (12) Interior Renovation $33,458 🔒 Reveal
7. Max 📞 4 permits/30d Active 11 (11) Interior Renovation $818,022 🔒 Reveal
8. Joe 📞 5 permits/30d Active 11 (11) $11,400 🔒 Reveal
9. Robert 📞 6 permits/30d 10 (10) Interior Renovation $29,690 🔒 Reveal
10. David 📞 7 permits/30d 10 (10) Roofing $16,760 🔒 Reveal
11. Eric 📞 8 permits/30d 10 (10) $84,600 🔒 Reveal
12. Bana Construction 5 permits/30d 10 (10) Interior Renovation $334,300 🔒 Reveal
13. Jordan Hvac Dba Jordan Sheet Metal 3 permits/30d 10 (10) Interior Renovation $555
14. All Seasons North Roofing And… 📞 9 (9) Roofing $44,000 🔒 Reveal
15. Reuben, Junius & Rose, Llp. 7 permits/30d 9 (9) $752,750
16. Derek 6 permits/30d 9 (9) Interior Renovation $29,467 🔒 Reveal
17. Vincent 1 permits/30d 9 (9) $2,512 🔒 Reveal
18. James 3 permits/30d 8 (8) Windows & Doors $16,429 🔒 Reveal
19. M & L Construction 📞 6 permits/30d 8 (8) HVAC $11,431 🔒 Reveal
20. Ellie 3 permits/30d 8 (8) Interior Renovation $104,375 🔒 Reveal
21. Bright Planet Solar Inc. 📞 3 permits/30d 8 (8) HVAC $13,058 🔒 Reveal
22. We Do Construction Inc. 📞 6 permits/30d 8 (8) Interior Renovation $28,125 🔒 Reveal
23. Skyline Construction 📞 6 permits/30d 8 (8) $37,875 🔒 Reveal
24. Kevin 📞 7 permits/30d 8 (8) Structural $67,125 🔒 Reveal
25. Luminalt Energy Corporation 📞 2 permits/30d 8 (8) Solar $39,560 🔒 Reveal

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Permit Types in San Francisco

The official source did not publish a permit type for 21 records; the chart reflects only source-classified permits.

Construction Activity in San Francisco

New building permits in San Francisco, 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 Francisco Building Permits

San Francisco, California processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 5837+ San Francisco building permits — updated daily from official city sources.

Every new construction project in San Francisco 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 Francisco.

How Contractors Use San Francisco Permit Data

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

Who appears in San Francisco permit records this week?

The most active contractors filing in San Francisco right now include Bcci Construction Company, Arten, Vince, Novo Construction Inc and Gary Bell & Associates. PermitGrab tracks 119 active contractors across the metro. 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 2026-08-06. Updated daily • newest record from 1d ago. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, permit type, and contractor name where the source publishes it, so a fresh row is a current project signal.

What construction is happening in San Francisco right now?

In the last 30 days, San Francisco permitting activity covers 1,584 new building permits alongside 4,682 active code violations. 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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4,682 code violations are on record in San Francisco. An owner facing a citation can be a strong restoration, repair, or wholesale-offer lead; verify current status before outreach.

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How to look up San Francisco building permits

Search recent San Francisco, CA building permits by address, contractor, and permit type in the table above — pulled from the San Francisco building department's public permit records. New filings appear here as they are published. 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 Francisco Permit Pulse.

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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 5837 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.

How fresh is the San Francisco permit data?

PermitGrab checks the official source on each collection cycle. The source date and its observed update cadence are shown above, so you can judge the data’s recency before acting on it.

How can contractors find construction leads in San Francisco?

Contractors find leads in San Francisco by filtering PermitGrab by trade and ZIP code, then researching the recorded contractor and project activity. Contact details appear only where a business profile has been publicly verified; saved-search email alerts track new matching records as they are published.

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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
Code violations in San Francisco = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Recent San Francisco contractor activity is a signal for labor and material demand. Contact details appear only where publicly verified.
Home service companies
A San Francisco addition or remodel signals an HVAC, plumbing, or warranty upsell window. Research the project signal before outreach.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in San Francisco are high-intent solar lead signals. Filter by the current project signal and verify ownership separately.
Insurance agents
San Francisco renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
Material suppliers
Lumber, drywall, roofing, fixtures — every San Francisco permit is a parts list. Build a route by job type and value tier.
Developers & new construction
Ground-up builds in San Francisco 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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