San Francisco Building Permits & Contractor Leads

5,761 indexed permits · 119 active contractors · 4,677 code violations · San Francisco, California.

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San Francisco building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 5,104
Total permit value (90d) $574,241,045
Active contractors 119
Newest permit 2026-08-05

PermitGrab tracks 119 active contractors who pulled 5,761 building permits in San Francisco, CA as of 2026-08-05. Live tracking of 4,677 code violations in the same area. Updated daily.

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San Francisco building permit activity

1,574 building permits were filed in San Francisco over the last 30 days — down 10.6% from the prior 30 days, with $202,074,200 in declared project value across the 1,518 that report a cost. Over 90 days: 5,104 permits worth $574,241,045.

Most active contractors (last 6 months)

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

Busiest ZIP codes (last 90 days)

  • 94110 — 399 permits
  • 94122 — 342 permits
  • 94112 — 285 permits
  • 94114 — 279 permits
  • 94118 — 273 permits
Biggest project this month
$14,150,000 · otc alterations permit · 100 Stockton · Michael
5,761
Indexed Permits
119
Active Contractors
4,677
Code Violations
2026-08-07
Last Updated
Updated recently · 2026-08-05
San Francisco had 1505 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 727 general construction, 414 interior renovation and 95 windows & doors. The average project value is $134,348.

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10,438 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2025-06-06 Violation 581 05th Av Fire damage throughout. Severe charring throughout. Structure uninhabitable with… active
2025-06-06 Violation 4641 18th St not active
2025-06-06 Violation 4605 Balboa St not active
2025-06-06 Violation 579 05th Av Fire damage-Damage all 3 floors. Severe charring at roof. Severe charring on 3rd… active
2025-06-06 Violation 455 Eddy St not active
2025-06-06 Violation 3342 22nd St not active
2025-06-06 Violation 2805 25th St Based on an inspection conducted on 06/06/2025, the property meets the definitio… active
2025-06-06 Violation 15 Amazon Av An inspection made in response to a complaint for the above address has revealed… active
2025-06-06 Violation 2201 Pacific Av not active
2025-06-06 Violation 301 Coleridge St not active
2025-06-06 Violation 736 Vallejo St not active
2025-06-06 Violation 585 05th Av Fire damage to roof adjacent to 581 5th Ave. Fire fighting efforts damage sheetr… active
2025-06-06 Violation 709 Geary St not active
2025-06-06 Violation 1840 Turk St not active
2025-06-06 Violation 2801 25th St Based on an inspection conducted on 06/06/2025, the property meets the definitio… active
2025-06-06 Violation 420 Berry St not active
2025-06-06 Violation 1655 Oak St not active
2025-06-05 Violation 522 Hyde St active
2025-06-05 Violation 1534 15th St not active
2025-06-05 Violation 619 Divisadero St A complaint investigation has revealed that PA 20182037347 and PA 201904258970 h… active
2025-06-05 Violation 33 Harvard St active
2025-06-05 Violation 442 Duncan St Failure to comply with the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance 194-09 and S.F… active
2025-06-05 Violation 2612 Jackson St A COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION HAS REVEALED THAT PERMIT NO. 202403127591 HAS EXPIRED … active
2025-06-05 Violation 44 University St An inspection in response to a complaint for the above address revealed the foll… not active
2025-06-05 Violation 289 Crescent Av not active
2025-06-05 Violation 324 Hyde St active
2025-06-05 Violation 2414 18th St not active
2025-06-04 Violation 391 Valencia St not active
2025-06-04 Violation 3236 Jennings St not active
2025-06-04 Violation 4030 19th St not active
2025-06-04 Violation 866 25th Av not active
2025-06-04 Violation 852 Jackson St not active
2025-06-04 Violation 550 Larkin St active
2025-06-04 Violation 2518 Buchanan St Walls/fences around roof area being 1 replaced without a permit. Code/Section: S… not active
2025-06-04 Violation 5169 Mission St Failure to comply with the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance 194-09 and S.F… not active
2025-06-04 Violation 170 07th St An emergency response has revealed that the awning at the entrance to the commer… not active
2025-06-04 Violation 1511 21st Av Failure to comply with the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance 194-09 and S.F… active
2025-06-04 Violation 533 Arballo Dr active
2025-06-03 Violation 261 San Carlos St This is to amend NOV issued on 06/04/25. A complaint investigation has revealed … not active
2025-06-03 Violation 40 Osceola Ln not active
2025-06-03 Violation 10 Brooklyn Pl active
2025-06-03 Violation 442 Fair Oaks St A complaint investigation has revealed that a 1-story horizontal addition is und… not active
2025-06-03 Violation 55 Osgood Pl not active
2025-06-03 Violation 1906 Fillmore St OBSERVED ART GALLERY CHANGED TO BARBER SHOP, CHANGE OF USE. WORKSTATIONS ADDED.… not active
2025-06-03 Violation 1908 Fillmore St OBSERVED INTERIOR HAS BEEN REMODELED FROM LAST LEGAL CONDITION, PA 201103152124.… not active
2025-06-03 Violation 1107 Naples St FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE VACANT OR ABANDONED COMMERCIAL STOREFRONT ORDINANCE 5… not active
2025-06-03 Violation 33 08th St not active
2025-06-03 Violation 1373 San Bruno Av not active
2025-06-03 Violation 55 Osgood Pl not active
2025-06-03 Violation 770 Filbert St 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 20 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. Robert 📞 6 permits/30d 10 (10) Landscaping & Exterior $29,690 🔒 Reveal
9. Joe 📞 4 permits/30d 10 (10) Structural $12,750 🔒 Reveal
10. David 📞 7 permits/30d 10 (10) Roofing $16,760 🔒 Reveal
11. Bana Construction 5 permits/30d 10 (10) Interior Renovation $334,300 🔒 Reveal
12. Eric 📞 8 permits/30d 10 (10) $84,600 🔒 Reveal
13. Jordan Hvac Dba Jordan Sheet Metal 3 permits/30d 10 (10) Interior Renovation $555
14. Reuben, Junius & Rose, Llp. 7 permits/30d 9 (9) $752,750
15. All Seasons North Roofing And… 📞 9 (9) Roofing $44,000 🔒 Reveal
16. Derek 6 permits/30d 9 (9) Interior Renovation $29,467 🔒 Reveal
17. Kevin 📞 7 permits/30d 8 (8) Structural $67,125 🔒 Reveal
18. M & L Construction 📞 6 permits/30d 8 (8) HVAC $11,431 🔒 Reveal
19. Bright Planet Solar Inc. 📞 3 permits/30d 8 (8) HVAC $13,058 🔒 Reveal
20. Skyline Construction 📞 6 permits/30d 8 (8) $37,875 🔒 Reveal
21. Ellie 3 permits/30d 8 (8) Interior Renovation $104,375 🔒 Reveal
22. James 3 permits/30d 8 (8) Windows & Doors $16,429 🔒 Reveal
23. Vincent 8 (8) $2,826 🔒 Reveal
24. Luminalt Energy Corporation 📞 2 permits/30d 8 (8) Solar $39,560 🔒 Reveal
25. Tim O'sullivan Structural Eng 5 permits/30d 7 (7) $10,917

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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 5761+ 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 2026-08-05. Updated daily • newest record from 2d 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 1,505 new building permits alongside 4,677 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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4,677 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 5761 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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