Building Permits in San Francisco, California
6,429 recent building permits filed in San Francisco. Updated daily from public records.
6,429 permits
rev to pa# 2023-0425-6410: change layout no exterior change. no structure change. change direction of opening two door in 1st fl. change the (n) kitchen location (n) living location.
revision 2025-0625-9481 to document minor changes to 1st floor footings and 3rd floor/roof framing.
remodel 1 bathroom & 1 kitchen. add 1 new bathroom to (e) footprint. washer/dryer in-unit relocation. all work on level 3.
fire alarm upgrade installation of replacement fire alarm system. new fire alarm panel will be installed with notification devices throughout including lfh in all sleeping areas to comply with 1103.7....
adapting a portion of the undeveloped storage space for residential use. new bedroom and a full bathroom. new deck adapting existing roof above the 1st floor into balcony. new door to terrace at 2nd f...
revision to permit 202407035781. added additional structural repair items.
as built ref pa 202512030882 installed 1 less head han original heads total. as built plans requested by inspector walling to reflect field installation "voluntarily"
demo of (e) 2-story, type 5b, r-3 single family dwelling, associated (e) site walls/fences and (e) hardscape. (new construction bldg a pa# 202207017587, new construction bldg b pa# 202207017622).
comply with nov #202547547: reconfigure bathroom layout in attic. ref pa # 2004-0609-5941s
re-roofing: remove existing roof to wood sheathing & reroof using modified bitumen membrance, roofing system along with an approved certainteed sa base sheet, class b fire rated. not hot works, in kin...
re-roofing: remove existing in kind composition shingles and replace with new compositing shingles on roof, class a fire rated, modified bitumen membrance roofing system along with an approved certain...
replace 12 windows with the same size and style. all front windows will be replace with aluminum wood clay material by marvin brand
replace 20 windows with the same size and style. some windows are visible fromt he street and vinyl material. u < 0.27.
replace 7 windows wth same size and style, front windows, street facing, fiberglass material.
replace 21 windows with the same size and style. front windows will be fiberglass material.
replace 5 windows with the same size and style. front windows will be vinyl material.
solar permit: installing 11 solar pv modules, 450 watts per module, total no. of rating 4.95 kw. mounted: roof, ballasted: n, including 1 energy storage unit, of 240 vac, with 10 kwh each in capacity,...
remove plaster in wall and ceiling to install insulation. open exploratory pot holes in slab and foundation for structural engineering analysis
recommencement and completion of work approved ubder pa#202205315296
bldg a: erect 4-story over 1 basement, type 5b, single family dwelling with 1 adu. project to include lot split. (demo under pa# 202207017611. new construction bldg b pa# 202207017622).
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.