San Francisco Building Permits & Project Research

14,487 indexed permits · 1,474 contractor names in the last 90 days · San Francisco, California.

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San Francisco building permits — key stats
Active contractors 1,474
Newest permit 2026-11-09

PermitGrab tracks 14,487 building permits in San Francisco, CA as of 2026-11-09, including 1,474 active contractors identified from filings in the last 90 days.

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14,487
Indexed Permits
1,474
Contractor names (90 days)
2026-11-10
Last Updated
Source date: 2026-11-09

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Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-05-15 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$12,800 372 Francisco reroof w/torch down. replacement —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$75,000 381 Duncan unit a: lower level unit, replace kitchen cabinets, counter tops, (2) bathroom r… —
2026-05-15 Windows & Doors
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 3615 Market revision to bpa 202604089104, elimination of underpinning & new footing through … —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$90,000 55 Cyril Magnin 22nd floor: remodel of 2 existing hotel guestrooms( rooms 2213 & 2215). remodel … —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$15,000 1338 Noe in-kind remodeling of 1 kitchen(s) in 1st fl and in-kind remodeling of 1 bathroo… ×2 —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$64,000 2159 47th kitchen remodel like for like, new sink, dishwasher, cabinets, 4 gfci, 6 recess … like for like replacement HVAC changeout —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$15,000 2300 Harrison
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2/f: restroom exhaust fan, ductwork, and outlets. one vav box relocation. ref pe… —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$3,000 1918 Filbert unit 301: replace insulation and sheetrock after heat pump installation. change … heat pump replacement —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$221,400 655 Brotherhood grading and ground improvement for outdoor play yards to make ready site for fut… —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$50,000 380 Union unit 380b (rear building): remodel in kind kitchen, laundry, and bathroom. new k… —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$20,000 1333 Jones unit 1508: remove and replace kitchen cabinets, counter tops, back splash, and f… —
2026-05-15 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 66 Lakewood to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#: 202502261106. all work i… —
2026-05-15 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
$1,500 1255 35th revision to 202506128553: legalize wet bar, no stove. remove stove and range hoo… —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$5,500 17 Elsie remove 36" x 12" pantry to relocate (push back) stove. —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$34,000 1443 Hudson revision 202512182101- footing detail to reflect actual field verified condition —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$20,000 1525 Beach unit#1: bathroom remodel in kind. remove and replace bathroom fixtures like for … like for like replacement HVAC changeout —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$7,500 260 Stockton perform maintenance to general ad sign as spec=ified in attached engineering pla… —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$1,000 685 Market the fabrication & installation of (4) acrylic evacuation maps for 4th floor. New installation HVAC installation —
2026-05-15 Structural
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 85 02nd 2nd and 3rd floor: - revision to bpa: 202604219805. adding structural for the ph… —
2026-05-15 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$10,880 2764 35th re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-15 Signage
Source type: sign - erect
$3,000 216 Stockton revision to pa# 202605010496: to change location of blade sign. —
2026-05-15 Windows & Doors
Source type: otc alterations permit
$30,000 3956 Washington replace select windows (24) and (4) exterior door where noted. fill in select wi… —
2026-05-15 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$28,000 4323 20th reroofing: remove the (e) roof and install modified bitumen with 2 layers of bas… flat —
2026-05-15 Electrical
Source type: otc alterations permit
$95,000 220 Montgomery 12/fl suite 1200: title 24 for lighting only. ref permit 202512192288 —
2026-05-15 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$19,220 2 Marina pier 1 storage at fort mason: reroofing no hot works replacement Re-roof —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: additions alterations or repairs
$80,000 1354 24th gound floor adu per government code section 66314. comply with complaint# 202419… —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$5,000 126 Aptos remodel 1 kitchen and 1 bath, like for like. like for like replacement HVAC changeout —
2026-05-15 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$20,000 1850 10th reroofing. no hot works. replacement Re-roof —
2026-05-15 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 620 02nd revision to permit 2025 1203 0805, interior revision on 2nd floor, relocating th… —
2026-05-15 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$10,000 241 Sawyer re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-15 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$17,000 1306 Page reroofing: remove the (e) shingles and install asphalt shingles with synthetic u… shingle —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$40,000 1563 Dolores interior in-kind kitchen and bathroom remodel, demo & upgrade existing fixtures … —
2026-05-15 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
$10,000 505 Grand View add (1) full bath room at level 1 —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$65,000 318 Scott unit 318- kitchen and bathroom remodel to include (n) skylights, window replacem… —
2026-05-15 Signage
Source type: otc alterations permit
$2,000 3101 24th adding a (n) awning cloth sign to the side of the building for la rancho market … —
2026-05-15 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$9,000 1515 Shrader re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-15 Landscaping & Exterior
Source type: otc alterations permit
$45,000 3241 Mission 3rd floor unit# 97 - deck rebuild due to dry-rot/water damage. 2nd floor unit# 9… —
2026-05-15 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$15,860 501 Ortega reroofing torch down replacement Re-roof —
2026-05-15 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$100,000 1726 17th remodel of (e) bathrooms, (2) bathrooms upstairs, (1) downstairs. remodel kitche… —
2026-05-15 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$10,500 830 36th re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-15 Electrical
Source type: otc alterations permit
$750,000 180 Howard 10/fl- ti and selective soft demo and construction of non structural partitions,… —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$8,000 2154 Taylor revision to bpa: 202401123932 - modify stair + bumpers+ add mechanical sliding a… —
2026-05-15 Solar $26,350 1125 Broderick solar permit: mounted: roof, ballasted: n, including 1 energy storage unit, of 2… 13.5 kWh battery battery solar —
2026-05-15 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 1971 22nd to obtain final inspection for work approved under permit application pa# 202310… —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$9,500 27 Wanda exterior stair repair less than 50% repair, front stairs, street facing. HVAC repair —
2026-05-15 Structural
Source type: otc alterations permit
$5,000 606 Mississippi revision to pa# 202408209088: for the addition to replace concrete slab foundati… —
2026-05-15 Plumbing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$2,500 360 Kansas interior soft demolition on first floor per plan. scope of work - removal of (e)… —
2026-05-15 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$1,500 517 Ulloa remove front setback concrete abd replace w/landscaping. replacement —
2026-05-14 Solar
Source type: 9
$9,020 26 Naples solar permit: installing 11 solar pv modules, 410 watts per module, total no. of… 4.51 kW 11 panels 13.5 kWh battery battery solar Bright Planet Solar Inc.
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Permit Types in San Francisco

The official source did not publish a permit type for 20 records; the chart reflects only source-classified permits.

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 14,487+ San Francisco building permits — newest permit date: 2026-11-09 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.

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Who appears in San Francisco permit records?

PermitGrab indexes 14,487 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 2026-11-09. Newest permit date: 2026-11-09. 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 14,487 indexed permits. 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.

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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 14,487 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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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
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