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
2026-05-13 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 49 Hartford fire only - revision to underground #202604290285. new trench routing. —
2026-05-13 Plumbing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$1,000 315 Capp replace (e) drywall throughout the entire house. (no exterior change, no electir… replacement —
2026-05-13 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 2342 03rd addressing permit only: purpose of this permit is to formally address the reside… residential —
2026-05-13 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 2525 Steiner revision to bpa: 202504255242 - remove unnecessary power supply. —
2026-05-13 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 48 Sycamore for documentation purpose the legal use of the building is one residential dwell… residential —
2026-05-13 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$80,000 1866 32nd interior remodel of (e) kitchen, bathroom and convert closet in to (n) powder ro… 200A —
2026-05-13 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$26,323 378 Collingwood re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-13 Structural
Source type: otc alterations permit
$150,000 778 44th demo of (e) 1st fl slab on grade & footing, excavation of back area for lower sl… —
2026-05-13 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 2007 Franklin formalize general entertainment, nighttime entertainment and bar uses and outdoo… —
2026-05-13 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$11,000 230 Ashton re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement ×2 —
2026-05-13 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$12,000 135 Willard North reroofing no hot works replacement Re-roof —
2026-05-13 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$21,000 2575 18th re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-13 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 510 Townsend to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202207188709, 20221223913… —
2026-05-13 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 2730 23rd to obtain final inspection for work aproved under pa# 202211096199 and 202211146… —
2026-05-13 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 1501 Sunnydale (230 hahn st) - mep complied work related to bpa: 202212017477 —
2026-05-13 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$30,500 912 Filbert reroof w/ hot work. replacement —
2026-05-13 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$14,500 433 Wayland re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-13 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$150,000 131 Farallones legalize office, 1 full bath, & wetbar area at g/f. remodel (e) kitchen, bathroo… —
2026-05-13 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$35,000 171 Liberty unit 304- remodel kitchen and 2x bathrooms in kind no layout change or wall remo… —
2026-05-13 Windows & Doors
Source type: otc alterations permit
$15,000 3225 Laguna remove (e) brick around garage door's and replace w/ new brick and anchor to str… —
2026-05-13 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$55,000 3210 Balboa unit 4: remodel kitchen and bathroom, like for like, replace 1 bedroom window an… like for like replacement HVAC changeout —
2026-05-13 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$19,500 672 Missouri reroofing - hot works replacement Re-roof —
2026-05-13 Electrical
Source type: otc alterations permit
$5,300 1390 Revere apt a: remove and replace (3) electric heaters, remove some drywall from ceiling… replacement —
2026-05-13 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$150,000 1030 Leavenworth field revision to 201805079427 s1/r1, minor interior reconfiguration levels 2-3,… —
2026-05-13 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$95,000 8 Sears interior remodel: kitchen & bathroom remodel @ the upper level, new + relocated … —
2026-05-13 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$51,000 1930 Taraval reroof w/ hot work. replacement —
2026-05-13 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 1180 Palou renew —
2026-05-13 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$12,000 60 Rivoli re-roofing: flat roof replacement - torch down/gta-fr membrane flat replacement —
2026-05-12 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$20,000 1468 Page reroof with hot work. replacement Re-roof Roof Express
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2026-05-12 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 156 Beaver to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 9322104 all work complete… residential R & C Mulholland Inc.
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2026-05-12 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$28,000 2255 Franklin bathroom remodel like for like, tub to shower conversion. like for like replacement HVAC changeout Inspired Builders Inc.
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2026-05-12 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
$30,000 3464 17th heat pump installation in 2 units to replace a furnace 2 units Angelica
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2026-05-12 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$15,000 61 Ramona reroofing no hot works replacement Re-roof Ace Roofing East Bay
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2026-05-12 Solar
Source type: 9
$14,432 63 Aztec solar permit: installing 8 solar pv modules, 415 watts per module, total no. of … 3.32 kW solar Solar PV Oxypower Inc Dba Occidental Po
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2026-05-12 Solar
Source type: 9
$16,790 60 Stonecrest solar permit: ballasted: n, including 1 energy storage unit, with 13.5 kwh each … 13.5 kWh battery battery solar Battery storage Solar Engineering Llc
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2026-05-12 Structural
Source type: otc alterations permit
$5,000 670 Joost temporary shoring for foundation work under pa# 202511199969 —
2026-05-12 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$28,000 2350 21st re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-12 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 1932 Mission change use from retail to retail grocery. no work. adding plug in cooler and sho… —
2026-05-12 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$22,000 2619 46th re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-12 Plumbing
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 100 California removal of the mep systems and dimensioning/noting of the existing drains within… —
2026-05-12 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 555 Mission 22nd fl revision to pa 202510217782 removing scope to demo certain partitions an… —
2026-05-12 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
$20,000 901 Irving revision to pa# 202603278474: add new ada bath and remove (e) posts in the groun… —
2026-05-12 Electrical
Source type: otc alterations permit
$780,000 120 Kearny 23rd fl - interior tenant improvement which includes new partitions, finishes, f… —
2026-05-12 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$45,000 2544 Baker interior remodel on 3/fl to convert family room to (n) master suite with closet —
2026-05-12 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
$18,750 4005 Mission re-roofing. no hot works replacement Re-roof —
2026-05-12 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
— 643 Edna to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#201210182343, 201803022726… —
2026-05-12 Demolition
Source type: otc alterations permit
$15,000 201 Filbert south staircase demo about 500 sq ft drywall-7th floor landing. north staircase … —
2026-05-12 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
$145,000 433 Excelsior legalize office room, media room, & 1 full bathroom. all work at g/f. —
2026-05-12 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
$8,500 135 Willard North dryrot repair: removing ~60sf stucco @ front facade & replacing damaged wood mem… replacement —
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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.
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