Building Permits in San Francisco, California
6,513 recent building permits filed in San Francisco. Updated daily from public records.
6,513 permits
unit 9: 1 kitchen and 1 bathroom remodel like for like.
prop h:revision to pa# 202512081211. tenant fit out of an existing business space. new interior partitions, finishes and fixtures. new electrical, lighting mechanical systems and controls. new plumbin...
revision to 202310138648. remove existing exterior deck at east property line to comply with nov 202312133
installation of a new 75 kva transformers and 200 amp panel on existing infrasture. intallation of 3 new charge point. ev chargers.
addition to existing 3rd floor to remodel existing rooms & add new bedroom and balcony.
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
to comply w/ notice of violation # 202544912: do repairs on the exterior stud wall in living room inboth units and the roof framing on the east side due to fire damage.
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
revision to pa# 202601023189: as-built, change to scope-ceiling removed from front end area.
new plan configuration for the master bedroom bathroom, remove non-load bearing walls. bathroom remodel is uner permit 202601204129
reroof, no hot work - flat roof replacement (tpo), no redeck, no hot works.
replacing sections of retaining wall.
unit 1- remodel in kind of bathroom and kitchen (n) plumbing and electrical add insulation. no wall removal or layout change
unit 10- remodel in kind of bathroom and kitchen (n) plumbing and electrical add insulation. no wall removal or layout change
re-roofing: remove and reinstall shingle only system on roof, no hot/torch down
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
convert garage into habitable area to include bedroom, family room, bathroom, and wetbar. no structrual work.
floor 4 to 7: upgrading the finishes to existing elevator lobbies. 1st floor: replacing floor finished and installing new shower glass doors in existing restrooms. for general building accessible upgr...
unit #4: demolish (e) bathroom, walls and floor to beams. remove part of (e) wall between bathroom and closet. move toilet and sink, build new wall for shower. lower ceiling by 5 inches including show...
foundation repair at existing single family residence. no change to building footing or layout.
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.