San Francisco Building Permits & Contractor Data

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San Francisco had 1694 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 326 interior renovation, 312 roofing and 264 hvac. The average project value is $105,901.

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Recent Building Permits in San Francisco

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Building Activity in San Francisco

13,077 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

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Date Type Address Details Contractor / Status
2025-10-24 additions alterations or repairs 485 Irwin demolition of (e) pavement & structurs. site grading, storm drainage, paving, se…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 3621 Clay revision to pa # 202510036747 sideyard finishes.
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 302 Darien addressing permit only. add the address 302 darien way to the second dwelling un…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 757 Beach to comply with nov 202533531: remove 6 lamp posts, verify electrical removal on …
2025-10-24 sign - erect 475 Pine install (1) illuminated single faced wall sign: "khan karahi kabobs" 5' x 2.14'
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 1243 14th re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 1494 Guerrero re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-…
2025-10-24 sign - erect 475 Pine install (1) illuminated double faced blade sign: "khan karahi kabobs" 3' x 3'
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 701 Geary t.i. for new convenience store.
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 585 05th 1)to comply with nov #202538648. 2)remove and replace approx 12' long fire damag…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 625 Elizabeth new tiles will be installed in bathroom and water closet floors. new fixtures, b…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 500 Howard 1/f: change of occupancy from retail to office.
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 1952 21st one bathroom remodel remove all finishes (tile, vanity, lighting fixtures, plumb…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 399 Los Palmos windows to be replaced inkind window to be replaced in backyard, side yard and f…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 132 Evelyn termite report #25841 items #1, 4, 5, replace/repair fungus damage. re-stucco in…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 1625 Polk add concrete footing in the basement level.
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 22 Arago comply w/ nov #202545030: construct office room, 1 study room, media room & one …
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 1283 Gilman remodel (e) kitchen, bathroom. add1 new bath & replace (e) sheetrock w/ new at 2…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 141 Webster in rear, replace approx 600 sq ft oof wood siding in kind. in rear replace 4 win…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 525 Market 14/f: add (2) fire sprinkler per t.i. 18/f: add (1) fire sprinkler per t.i. ref …
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 376 07th re-roofing: full tear off to install new 1300 sq ft of shingles, no hot work
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 569 28th 1/f: convert (e) storage to living space (2 bed, 2 bath, media room, and wet bar…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 579 Lakeview 1 shower repair due to leak remove tile to access pipes
2025-10-24 Permit 4400 20th solar permit: installing 12 solar pv modules, 435 watts per module, total no. of…
2025-10-24 otc alterations permit 270 Staples to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa 202210114133, 202312082236…
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Permit Types in San Francisco — 11,609 permits by category
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 11609+ San Francisco building permits with data 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.

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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 11609 building permits in San Francisco, California. Data is pulled daily from the official municipal open-data source and includes permit number, address, permit type, contractor, status, and estimated value where available.

How fresh is the San Francisco permit data?

Most cities refresh their open-data portals on a 24-hour cadence, so new permits typically appear in PermitGrab within 1–3 days of filing. San Francisco is collected on every daemon cycle; if the upstream source has a known delay we note it on the page.

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