San Francisco Building Permits & Contractor Leads

5,550 indexed permits · 119 active contractors · 4,447 code violations · San Francisco, California.

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San Francisco building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 5,125
Total permit value (90d) $572,421,277
Active contractors 119
Newest permit 2026-08-03

PermitGrab tracks 119 active contractors who pulled 5,550 building permits in San Francisco, CA as of 2026-08-03. Live tracking of 4,447 code violations in the same area. Permits updated daily.

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San Francisco building permit activity

Contractors pulled 1,493 building permits in San Francisco over the last 30 days — down 16.7% from the prior 30 days, with $197,213,373 in declared project value across the 1,442 that report a cost. Over 90 days: 5,125 permits worth $572,421,277.

Most active contractors (last 6 months)

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

Busiest ZIP codes (last 90 days)

  • 94110 — 405 permits
  • 94122 — 347 permits
  • 94112 — 294 permits
  • 94114 — 280 permits
  • 94118 — 272 permits
Biggest project this month
$14,150,000 · otc alterations permit · 100 Stockton · Michael
5,550
Indexed Permits
119
Active Contractors
4,447
Code Violations
2026-08-04
Last Updated
Updated today · live from city records
San Francisco had 1493 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 413 interior renovation, 367 general construction and 224 hvac. The average project value is $136,763.

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Norwood Construction
2026-08-03
📍 3529 19th
General Construction ✓ License active
William
2026-08-03
📍 825 Francisco
General Construction
Alder Construction
2026-08-03
📍 1865 California
General Construction ✓ License active

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5,550 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

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2026-08-03 General Construction $10,000 3529 19th revision to 202607215335, expand the (e) wall opening between the kitchen & livi… Norwood Construction
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2026-08-03 General Construction 825 Francisco temporary vertical shoring of existing building to perform work permitted under … William
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2026-08-03 General Construction $60,000 1865 California unit 3- kitchen remodel in kind like for like. update cabinetrym countertops, ap… Alder Construction
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2026-08-03 Plumbing $64,000 155 Jackson unit 1501: one kitchen and one bathroom rmodel in kind, no tub conversions, new … Robert
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2026-08-03 General Construction $2,800 368 Capp replace old furance with new (1) mini split system. Brighter Legacy Builders Inc.
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2026-08-03 Electrical $200,000 1443 30th interior remodel. 1st fl remodel of e family room and bathroom and bedroom, repl… Michael Chan Company
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2026-08-03 General Construction $20,603 3756 Jackson to comply with notice of correction 202205254932 dated 5/12/26 replace stairs @ … David
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2026-07-31 General Construction $3,000 39 Chenery install sheetrock and ceiling insulation in garage/ground floor. Cbs Construction Inc.
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2026-07-31 General Construction $10,000 2316 33rd dryrot repair at front facade, stucco replacement in kind. American Builders
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2026-07-31 General Construction $3,500 2410 Steiner dry rot repair on breezeway siding 2x6 studs on south elevation. apprx 40sf of s… Andrew Gallagher Construction
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2026-07-31 General Construction $35,000 1976 California unit 3 on 3rd floor - remodel bathroom, new fixtures and finishes in kind Hakewill Construction Co. Inc.
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2026-07-31 Fire Protection 2301 San Jose fire only work to obtain as-built permit #2 for the voluntary replacement of the… Siemens Industry, Inc.
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2026-07-31 Plumbing $50,000 1148 Kearny unit 1148 to include remodel kitchen, add (n) circuits and lights, install new c… Mfc Electric Inc
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2026-07-31 General Construction $250,000 555 Fulton meps for permit 2025122928895 for suite b I E General Const Inc
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2026-07-31 General Construction $40,000 948 Chenery convert full bathroom to powder room at ground fl. remove tub/shower. vent added… Vicente
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2026-07-31 General Construction 4245 23rd to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#202410012062. all work is … Saturn Construction Co
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2026-07-31 General Construction $17,500 40 Temescal recommencement and completion of work approved under pa# 201508103826. Sf Builders Inc
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2026-07-31 Windows/Doors $7,200 225 Amherst motorized garage door replacement Golden State Garage Doors
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2026-07-31 Structural $10,000 2546 17th bathroom remodel - like for like, no structural changes, replace vanity, toilet … Maisie
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2026-07-31 General Construction 95 Junipero Serra rewire entire house ref #e202606111478. Concept Design And Build
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2026-07-31 General Construction 118 Collins renew Terence Mcmahon Construction
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2026-07-31 Windows/Doors $37,000 136 Seal Rock kitchen remodel (in kind) and remove (e) window in kitchen, new window (4030) in… Lucy
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2026-07-31 Plumbing $10,000 122 Alta partial bathroom renovation, only replacing bath tub and shower fixtures, instal… O'reilly Tile Design Inc
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2026-07-31 General Construction 824 Baker to renew pa# 202205043553 for final inspection. all work is complete. Salcedo's General Builder
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2026-07-31 Structural $150,000 530 Belvedere remodel existing kitchen, bath,. replace in kind no structural changes. Elliott Remodeling
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2026-07-31 General Construction $85,000 665 Colby erect new 1-story type vb detached adu in rear yard. Galaxy Building Construction
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2026-07-31 General Construction $15,000 1976 California unit 5 on ground floor - partial remodel bathroom: new electrical, new sink, new… Hakewill Construction Co. Inc.
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2026-07-31 Windows/Doors $10,000 1358 14th revision to existing permit # 202512182146 - add 36 sf on the 2nd floor as offic… Frank
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2026-07-31 General Construction 49 Bernard revision to bpa: 202008222415 gas appliances not allowed due to pgeservice confl… Nathan
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2026-07-31 General Construction $199,000 405 Howard 3rd fl - mech work ti ref pa 202607064544 Dean
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2026-07-31 General Construction $5,000 2684 Green install new clothes washer and ventless, electric dryer in existing closet of th… Man Hao Chen
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2026-07-31 General Construction 688 03rd revision to scope of pa#202605010476, need to update scope from tub to walk in s… Nicolas
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2026-07-31 General Construction $56,000 405 Howard 3rd fl - mech work ti ref pa 202607064544 Novo Construction Inc
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2026-07-31 Roofing $288,000 155 De Haro electrical vehicle charging, one switch board, two v4 folding psu 16v$ charge po… Diamond
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2026-07-31 General Construction $39,624 58 Digby shear wall relocation and enlargement- remove and replace gypsum wall board on i… Sam
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2026-07-31 General Construction $300,000 2301 Fillmore like for like replacement of 2,300sf of plywood subfloor - 1st fl main dining ro… Allied Restoration Co. Inc.
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2026-07-31 Structural $30,000 555 Fulton remodel in kind of 1 kitchen & 2 bathrooms, like for like no structural changes. Antormen Inc
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2026-07-31 General Construction $15,000 4336 17th remodel one bathroom. change tile, toilet, sink, faucet, tub to shower; one sink… Ben Chen Design And Construction Inc
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2026-07-31 Windows/Doors $2,430 185 Flournoy replace garage door and door opener. J.J. Accurate Overhead Doors
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2026-07-30 General Construction 1408 Golden Gate to renew pa# 202209122282. Beyond The Horizon Construction
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2026-07-30 Plumbing $15,000 365 Corbett three bathrooms will be upgraded, including dry rot repair, dry wall, tile, pain… Jericho Project
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2026-07-30 General Construction $7,000 2877 California work on unit #2877 california only: replace drywall patches in ceiling and fire … Belfor Usa Group Inc
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2026-07-30 General Construction 111 Sacramento address permit: create the address 111 sacramento st. link to apn 0235/001 C.B Pro, Inc.
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2026-07-30 Windows/Doors $15,000 574 30th revision to pa # 202411014180 - minor interior wall adjustment on 1st and 2nd fl… Fox Brothers Construction Inc
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2026-07-30 Plumbing $80,000 720 Fell complete kitchen and (2) bathroom remodel, up to code plumbing and electrical. l… Masterful Construction Inc
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2026-07-30 General Construction 807 York revision to permit #202607074635: reduce scope of work - removing addition of wa… Meryl & Miller Llc
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2026-07-30 General Construction $23,582 21 Columbia Square units 416, 414, 413, 407, 402, 310, 307, 303, 301, 216, 207, 102, 101: replace (… Mike
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2026-07-30 General Construction $9,500 1800 46th unit#301 3rd fl: remove one (e) 59x28 1/2in tub & (e) wet area. install one new … David
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2026-07-30 Windows/Doors $1,500 2851 Union change out one window to make bigger. revision to pa#202506259435 Doyle Developments
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2026-07-30 General Construction 1524 Irving revision to permit #202603026797 to show as-built plans for restaurant unit 1524… Eva
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Top Contractors

Most active contractors by permit volume — last 90 days of activity shown in parentheses. 13 of 25 have verified phone numbers below.

🆕 New this week
Contractor Permits (90d) Trade Avg Value Contact
1. Bcci Construction Company 📞 🔥 12 permits/30d Active 15 (15) HVAC $720,036 🔒 Reveal
2. Gary Bell & Associates 5 permits/30d Active 12 (12) Plumbing $407,531 Verifying…
3. Arten 5 permits/30d Active 11 (11) Interior Renovation $78,055 🔒 Reveal
4. Robert 📞 3 permits/30d Active 11 (11) Roofing $30,192 🔒 Reveal
5. Novo Construction Inc 📞 7 permits/30d Active 11 (11) HVAC $309,351 🔒 Reveal
6. Max 📞 6 permits/30d Active 11 (11) Interior Renovation $818,022 🔒 Reveal
7. Monica 📞 7 permits/30d 10 (10) Interior Renovation $34,150 🔒 Reveal
8. Ken Chan 7 permits/30d 10 (10) Interior Renovation $135,000 🔒 Reveal
9. Jordan Hvac Dba Jordan Sheet Metal 4 permits/30d 10 (10) Interior Renovation $555 Verifying…
10. Burnham Nationwide 📞 1 permits/30d 9 (9) Roofing $44,000 🔒 Reveal
11. Reuben, Junius & Rose, Llp. 7 permits/30d 9 (9) $752,750 Verifying…
12. Joe 📞 4 permits/30d 9 (9) Interior Renovation $10,286 🔒 Reveal
13. All Seasons North Roofing And… 📞 9 (9) Roofing $44,000 🔒 Reveal
14. Xie Associates 6 permits/30d 9 (9) Interior Renovation $93,256 Verifying…
15. Vince 7 permits/30d 9 (9) Interior Renovation $50,036 Verifying…
16. Eric 📞 8 permits/30d 9 (9) Electrical $87,889 🔒 Reveal
17. Derek 6 permits/30d 9 (9) HVAC $29,467 🔒 Reveal
18. Bana Construction 4 permits/30d 8 (8) HVAC $417,875 🔒 Reveal
19. Ellie 3 permits/30d 8 (8) Interior Renovation $104,375 🔒 Reveal
20. Benchmark Engineering 5 permits/30d 8 (8) Interior Renovation $117,500 🔒 Reveal
21. Kevin 📞 7 permits/30d 8 (8) HVAC $67,125 🔒 Reveal
22. Andrew 4 permits/30d 7 (7) Structural $46,036 🔒 Reveal
23. David 📞 5 permits/30d 7 (7) Roofing $20,072 🔒 Reveal
24. Skyline Construction 📞 5 permits/30d 7 (7) HVAC $43,286 🔒 Reveal
25. Occidental Express 📞 6 permits/30d 7 (7) Interior Renovation $841,572 🔒 Reveal

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Permit Types in San Francisco
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 5550+ 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 pulled permits in San Francisco this week?

The most active contractors filing in San Francisco right now include Bcci Construction Company, Gary Bell & Associates, Arten, Robert and Novo Construction Inc. PermitGrab tracks 119 active contractors across the metro, with new filings indexed on every refresh.

How fresh is San Francisco permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for San Francisco is dated 2026-08-03. Updated daily • newest record from 1d ago. 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 San Francisco right now?

In the last 30 days, San Francisco permitting activity covers 1,493 new building permits alongside 4,447 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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The motivated-seller list

4,447 open code violations in San Francisco, each matched to the property owner. An owner facing a citation is the warmest restoration, repair, or wholesale-offer lead there is — and no marketplace sells this list.

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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 and updated as new filings post. 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 5550 building permits in San Francisco, California. 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 San Francisco permit data?

PermitGrab collects San Francisco daily. New permits appear here within 1–3 days of the municipal source publishing them. The count above reflects the complete current record from that source.

How can contractors find construction leads in San Francisco?

Contractors find leads in San Francisco by filtering PermitGrab by trade and ZIP code, then contacting the permit applicant (owner or general contractor) directly. Pro subscribers get verified phone numbers and can set up saved-search email alerts so new matches land in their inbox the same day they’re filed.

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San Francisco permit & owner data, by use case

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Real estate investors
Code violations in San Francisco = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Every San Francisco GC who pulled a permit this week is sourcing labor and materials right now. Phone numbers included.
Home service companies
A San Francisco 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 San Francisco are the highest-intent solar lead signals. Owner-occupant filter built in.
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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