Oakland Building Permits & Contractor Leads

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PermitGrab tracks 3 active contractors who pulled 3,302 building permits in Oakland, NJ. Updated periodically.

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Updated recently · 2026-06-06
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Oakland had 206 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 51 hvac, 39 roofing and 33 electrical. The average project value is $12,000.

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3,302 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

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2026-06-04 Structural 4611 SHATTUCK AVE, Oakland CA 94609 Voluntary seismic strengthening of the existing two-story single-family residenc…
2026-06-04 Plumbing 3814 LINCOLN AVE, Oakland CA 94602 water main line replacement, hot and cold water lines repiping for 2 bathrooms, …
2026-06-04 Plumbing 0 ESTATES DR, Oakland CA 94603 Sewer Lateral and Excavation: Replacing the lateral from the building to the cit…
2026-06-04 Electrical 1428 MADISON ST, Oakland CA 94612 REPLACE EXISTING DISCONECT 100A 240V 3-PH WITH FUSE 80A 250V
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 1950 FRANKLIN ST, Oakland CA 94612 T.I. - At existing commercial building on the 1st, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th floors…
2026-06-04 Electrical 6025 ROCKRIDGE BLVD, Oakland CA 94618 New Installation of 50 amp circuit for Level 2 EV Charger installed approximatel…
2026-06-04 Plumbing 6307 MELVILLE DR, Oakland CA 94611 3 BATHROOM DRAIN REPIPE- IN CRAWL SPACE USING ABS WITH (16) fixtures 3 BATHROOM …
2026-06-04 General Construction 1810 E 25TH ST, 203, Oakland CA 94606 In unit 203 of existing MFD, replace 1 sheet of drywall. to partially abate CE# …
2026-06-04 Electrical 466 CRESCENT ST, Oakland CA 94610 Installation of level 2 EV charger with load management device.
2026-06-04 Windows/Doors 6080 MARGARIDO DR, Oakland CA 94618 New scope of work: Replace 2 retrofit windows
2026-06-04 Windows/Doors 2927 SEMINARY AVE, Oakland CA 94605 kitchen remodel and bathroom replace 12 windows to abate CE260 with SWO
2026-06-04 Solar 188 BEECHWOOD DR, Oakland CA 94618 10 Q.PEAK DUO BLK ML-G10.C+ 410 solar modules 1 1707000-XX-Y {11.5kW} inverter 1…
2026-06-04 Solar 1145 62ND AVE, Oakland CA 94621 7.2 KW DC (16) Panels Roof Mount PV system with (1) ESS.
2026-06-04 Plumbing 2258 E 17TH ST, Oakland CA 94606 Roto-Rooter will perform a pipe burst approx. 150ft from cleanout to city main u…
2026-06-04 Plumbing 1125 54TH ST, Oakland CA 94608 Repair/replace sewer lateral and EXCAVATE in PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. An overflow de…
2026-06-04 Pool/Spa 5335 LOCKSLEY AVE, Oakland CA 94618 Reserve # NON-METERED parking space(s) in front of parcel only for dumpster, con…
2026-06-04 Pool/Spa 2854 MONTANA ST, Oakland CA 94602 PG&E PM:35068306-3- (phase 1 of three). Tree trimming required. Replace 10 poles…
2026-06-04 General Construction 3910 39TH AVE, Oakland CA 94619 PG&E PM 35724038- PG&E to replace OH service and OH transformer. Ensure that env…
2026-06-04 Electrical 5797 FOOTHILL BLVD, Oakland CA 94605 This is a multi-family property. The exact address of this property is 5795-7 Fo…
2026-06-04 General Construction 4827 TRINIDAD AVE, Oakland CA 94602 DOT - Curb Gutter Sidewalk Exemption Certificate
2026-06-04 General Construction 6109 HILLMONT DR, Oakland CA 94605 Storage Shed in the rear yard of 6109 Hillmont Drive. Single story storage shed …
2026-06-04 HVAC/Mech 300 LAKESIDE DR, Concord CA 94612 United States Tenant improvement HVAC work including installation of forced convector units, a…
2026-06-04 Electrical 182 7TH ST, Oakland CA 94607 upgrade 200A main
2026-06-04 Electrical 285 LEE ST, Oakland CA 94610 EVCS Level 2. THE INSTALLATION OF TWO (2) EVERCHARGE EV0002 48A CTEP EV CHARGERS…
2026-06-04 Windows/Doors 1316 94TH AVE, Oakland CA 94603 The window had been replace
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Construction Activity in Oakland

New building permits in Oakland, New Jersey 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 Oakland Building Permits

Oakland, New Jersey processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 3302+ Oakland building permits — updated periodically from official city sources.

Every new construction project in Oakland 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 Oakland.

How Contractors Use Oakland Permit Data

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

Who pulled permits in Oakland this week?

PermitGrab tracks 3 active contractors in Oakland, with new permit filings indexed from the city's open data portal on every refresh.

How fresh is Oakland permit data?

Updated periodically. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, contractor name (where the source publishes it), and permit type, so a fresh row means a fresh lead.

What construction is happening in Oakland right now?

In the last 30 days, Oakland permitting activity covers 206 new building permits. 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakland Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Oakland?

PermitGrab currently tracks 3302 building permits in Oakland, New Jersey. Data is pulled directly from the official municipal open-data source on every collection cycle and includes permit number, address, permit type, contractor, status, and estimated value where available.

How fresh is the Oakland permit data?

PermitGrab collects Oakland on every daemon cycle. Its municipal source is currently updated periodically, so new permits appear here within 1–3 days of the source publishing them. The count above reflects the complete current record from that source.

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Oakland permit & owner data, by use case

Same data, different angle. Pick the playbook that matches what you sell.

Real estate investors
Code violations in Oakland = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Every Oakland GC who pulled a permit this week is sourcing labor and materials right now. Phone numbers included.
Home service companies
A Oakland addition or remodel signals an HVAC, plumbing, or warranty upsell window. Reach owners while the project is fresh.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in Oakland are the highest-intent solar lead signals. Owner-occupant filter built in.
Insurance agents
Oakland renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
Material suppliers
Lumber, drywall, roofing, fixtures — every Oakland permit is a parts list. Build a route by job type and value tier.
Developers & new construction
Ground-up builds in Oakland 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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