Building Permits in San Francisco, California
Updated 1h ago6,430 recent building permits filed in San Francisco. Updated daily from public records.
6,430 permits
13th fl: ti. demo of non structural elements, new interior partitions, doors, finishes, ceilings, lighting mech, elec outlets & switches, restroom ada access, upgrades for new ada hi low drinking foun...
reroof with hot work.
relocated underground flange adapter per application #202506178813 due to as built.
revision to pa#202506269504. primary bathroom at 2nd floor remodel to include infill one door and relocate vanity
revision to bpa:2025-0728-1762 per field conditions: ground floor: add two grade beams and 2 shearwalls (same location as previously approved) and sump pump; second floor: add shear wall; roof: add on...
convert existing closet under stair to new half bathrrom with toilet, lavotory, and 2'0" x3'0" exterior window, includes limited trades and title 24 energy and green code compliance.
t.i.to existing fire alarm system. we are installing 8 strobes to 8 phonebooths. 8 stroves are being tied into the existing fire alarm system.
recommencement and completion of work approved under pa# 202109299481
unit #7: renovate kitchen & bathroom in kind. plumbing and electrical as needed. no shower pan
revsion 201802131144; (e) framing at main house roof to be demolished. (n) roof to be rebuilt in kind to match (e) roof
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
change of use from office to educational occupancy (b) for students above 12th grade including assembly areas & increase in overall occupant load for students. site permit to include peer review for s...
reroofing: remove 500 square foot shingles and install new underlayment paper and install 30 years lammark shingles gta, reference#202601284702
remove 1 piece plywood on the back to the roof end, install 1 new piece plywood, reference #202601284705
foundation revision to 202210033598. remove brick and concrete footings at exterior wall on gridline d and 7 and extending new mat slab under walls.
21st fl ref pa #2025-0917-5477: fa only- modification to (e) system. add 8 new speaker strobes. add 4 new strobe (voluntarily inside offices ) all new devices tied to (e) nac circuits.
install (n) cabinet with (12) n batteries, install (n) 19"rack, remove 3(e) antennas and radomes and install 6(n) antennas with randomes and install (n) breakers located on roof
provide and install 520hz low-frequency speakers in all living rooms & bedrooms.
reroofing no hot works.
revise pa# 20251120059: revise (e) window permit to show 2 street facing windows and 2 non-street facing per inspector (4 total).
San Francisco has 6,212 total building permits on file with 2,160 new permits filed in the last 30 days. Renovation work dominates the market with 3,868 permits, followed by roofing at 1,283 permits. This volume of activity means steady lead flow for contractors who know where to look. Construction activity concentrates in five zip codes. The 94110 area leads with 495 permits, followed by 94114 with 386 permits and 94122 with 381 permits. 94118 and 94112 round out the top five with 345 and 332 permits respectively. These neighborhoods represent your highest-probability areas for finding work. Average permit values in San Francisco sit at $207,318, which tells you the scale of typical projects. Renovation jobs make up the bulk of work, but roofing and electrical permits offer solid secondary opportunities. By monitoring permits filed daily, you can contact property owners and general contractors before they start receiving bids from competitors. Most contractors who win consistent work in San Francisco check permit filings at least twice weekly. DigPermit updates San Francisco permit data every day from public records. When a permit is filed, you'll know about it the same day. Property owners often accept bids within the first week of filing, so speed matters. Contractors using real-time permit data consistently land projects that others miss.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in San Francisco?
Monitor building permits filed daily in San Francisco. Each new permit represents a property owner or general contractor about to hire contractors. The first 7 days after filing are your best window to contact them before they've collected multiple bids. Use permit data to identify the property address, project type, and owner contact information. Focus on the five most active zip codes (94110, 94114, 94122, 94118, 94112) where 60% of the city's permit activity happens. Setting up daily alerts for permits matching your trade ensures you catch leads immediately.
What are the most common permit types in San Francisco?
Renovation permits dominate with 3,868 filed permits, making up roughly 62% of all work. Roofing comes second with 1,283 permits, a solid specialty market. Electrical permits account for 352 filings, pool permits for 207, and demolition for 127. The renovation category covers full gut rehabs. If you work in roofing, electrical, or HVAC, you'll find steady work in this market. General contractors performing renovations will find no shortage of leads.
Which zip codes in San Francisco have the most building permits?
Five zip codes drive the majority of permit activity: 94110 leads with 495 permits, 94114 has 386 permits, 94122 has 381 permits, 94118 has 345 permits, and 94112 has 332 permits. These neighborhoods consistently pull permits every month. Targeting your outreach and marketing to these five areas increases your odds of consistent work. If you're new to San Francisco or looking to expand, these neighborhoods should be your focus.
What is the average building permit value in San Francisco?
The average building permit value in San Francisco is $207,318. This reflects the city's high construction costs and the scale of typical projects. Residential renovations, roofing replacements, and electrical system upgrades in the $150,000 to $300,000 range are normal. Knowing the average project value helps you estimate labor allocations and equipment needs. Permits worth this much typically move quickly from filing to contract to construction start.
How often is San Francisco permit data updated?
San Francisco permit data is updated daily. DigPermit pulls data directly from public records each day, so new permits appear in the system the same day they're filed. This means you can get a lead on work before most of your competition. Checking permit data twice per week gives you solid coverage. Contractors who check daily catch the best leads first, especially in competitive markets like San Francisco where multiple contractors bid on the same jobs.