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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Permit data through 2026-11-09

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Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-05-11 Demolition
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $250,000 180 Montgomery 16th flool #1675: interior tenant improvement: demolition of non-structural part… —
2026-05-11 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $30,000 913 Central bathroom remodel to includ layout change and convert tub to shower. no wall remo… —
2026-05-11 Landscaping & Exterior
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 241 Arleta addressing permit only: purpose of this permit is to create the address 241 arle… —
2026-05-11 Windows & Doors
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 2235 31st revision to permit 202505136351. change large skylight over stairwell to 2 small… —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $9,800 4285 26th re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-11 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 3966 Clay to obtain final inspection for work approved under 200408262602. all work is com… —
2026-05-11 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $3,200 690 Miramar replace dining room winodw iwth a door and add a guardrail at the (e) patio. rem… replacement —
2026-05-11 Windows & Doors
Source type: additions alterations or repairs
 $180,000 575 Mississippi renovation of an (e) 2-story bldging (basement excluded from this scope). includ… —
2026-05-11 Windows & Doors
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 1452 48th rear bldg only: revision to 202209222992, 1st/f - change bedroom to office. 3rd/… —
2026-05-11 Signage
Source type: sign - erect
 $2,900 701 Irving sign f1: remove & dispose plaque, install new plaque sign 18"x24", 1/8" thicknes… —
2026-05-11 Electrical
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 568 Mississippi unit 566-568: remove unpermitted electrical + plumbing done by piror owner. comp… —
2026-05-11 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $2,500 1235 Waller rev to pa# 2025-0225-0613: replace (e) metal guard at roof terrace with prefabri… replacement —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $15,000 3370 22nd like for like siding repair / replacement. like for like tile replacement waterp… replacement —
2026-05-11 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $60,000 2036 Noriega relocate the kitchen and remodel it. new floor plan configuration. remove bearin… furnace replacement —
2026-05-11 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $100,000 2801 Broadway restoration repairs from water leaks - like kind quality, wet bar, guest bathroo… —
2026-05-11 Fire Protection
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 77 Federal provide as-built plans for basement & 1st/f fire sprinkler, ref to 202602115716 sprinkler —
2026-05-11 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 2241 Jackson refer to bpa: 202311201096 - front windows replacement (24) with metal- clad woo… replacement —
2026-05-11 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $50,000 87 Hernandez revision to pa# 202502190589: remove existing front exterior stair. provide new … replacement —
2026-05-11 Landscaping & Exterior
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $5,000 2072 Chestnut revision 202505146464- adding stairs instead of ramp at rear of property , exter… —
2026-05-11 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $48,000 155 Noe renovation of 3rd/f unit (155 noe) new skylight above kitchen & parapet fire wal… —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $18,000 1016 Silver re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $21,527 369 Lisbon re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-11 Signage
Source type: sign - erect
 $2,900 701 Irving sign f2 remove & dispose of plaque, install new plaque, 12"x8", 1/8" thikness (a… —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 149 New Montgomery roof floor-revision 202512111568- replace roof membrane throughout roof drainage… replacement —
2026-05-11 Demolition
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $25,000 500 Washington interior non-structural demo on 1st floor, ste: 102 only. per ab-017 —
2026-05-11 Plumbing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 320 Texas convert living room into bedroom. no exterior changes. no plumbing work. remove … —
2026-05-11 Signage
Source type: sign - erect
 $2,900 701 Irving sign d: remove & dispose of e) projecting sign, install new projecting blade sig… —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $41,002 313 Summit waterproofing details at window and doors, demo/ reflash & stucco. like for like… replacement —
2026-05-11 Windows & Doors
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 667 39th revision to bpa# 202510097088: 1st fl - relocate door at storage, 2nd floor - re… —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $12,800 568 05th re-roofing w/ torch replacement Re-roof —
2026-05-11 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 236 Moulton for determination purpose the legal use of the building is two residential dwell… residential —
2026-05-11 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 2919 California voluntary soils improvement on 2917 that will touch property line at 2919 califo… —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $12,000 134 Sears re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $15,950 283 Parker re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-11 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 16 Toland to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa! 202003036076 & 2020032672… —
2026-05-11 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $120,000 2567 Bryant in-kind remodeling of 1 kitchen(s) in 1st fl and in-kind remodeling of 2 bathroo… —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $41,002 311 Summit waterproofing details at window and doors, demo/ reflash & stucco. like for like… replacement —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $12,000 437 Brunswick re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $41,002 309 Summit waterproofing details at window and doors, demo/ reflash & stucco. like for like… replacement —
2026-05-11 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $41,002 315 Summit waterproofing details at window and doors, demo/ reflash & stucco. like for like… replacement —
2026-05-11 Windows & Doors
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $22,000 1290 28th remodel one bathroom, insulate and install sheet rock of approx. 360 sq ft of ce… —
2026-05-11 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $30,800 4638 Irving kitchen remodel in kind. demo (e) and replace with new cabinets, new appliances,… —
2026-05-11 Electrical
Source type: additions alterations or repairs
 $180,000 1478 48th 1) convert garage storage into a new bedroom with bathroom and office. 2) resize… —
2026-05-10 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $9,500 312 Paris re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-… replacement —
2026-05-08 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 1542 Haight admin permit deferred from pa 202603187840 to document find recorded lot line. a… —
2026-05-08 Roofing
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $25,500 3819 17th reroofing no hot works replacement Re-roof —
2026-05-08 HVAC
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 529 Vermont revision 202507150808-replace south, east, north railings with centelievered sea… replacement —
2026-05-08 General Construction
Source type: otc alterations permit
 — 1255 Battery to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa 202210244972 and 202403198… —
2026-05-08 Landscaping & Exterior
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $19,540 15 Walnut regrading of existing side yard, new gates, new exterior steps —
2026-05-08 Interior Renovation
Source type: otc alterations permit
 $20,000 1601 Pacific bathroom remodel: like for like, curbless shower. replace vanity sink, toilet, f… like for like replacement HVAC changeout —
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Permit Types in San Francisco
otc alterations permit
8,316 57.6%
Street Space
4,207 29.1%
Temporary Occupancy
850 5.9%
additions alterations or repairs
470 3.3%
Sidewalk Repair
242 1.7%
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131 0.9%
sign - erect
107 0.7%
Inspection ROW conformity
86 0.6%
new construction wood frame
27 0.2%

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

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 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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