California Building Permits
Updated 3h ago21,741 recent building permits filed in California.
21,741 permits
GARAGE AND STORAGE CONVERSION TO DETACHED ADU PER 66323(a)(1).
EPLAN: COVNERSION OF (E) ATTACHED GARAGE WITH ADDITIONS TO CREATE A 2-STORY ATTACHED ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT TO COMPLY WITH LAMC 12.22 A.33 (c) and (e) PER ENGINEERING
ePlan. INSTALL (2) NEW ILLUMINATED CHANNEL LETTER WALL SIGNS, EACH: 15'-10 5/8" X 2'-4", 37.05 SQ FT, 13'-7"A.F.F.
Supplemental to permit #23014-10000-03363 to revise demolition plans - first level & basement level, and revise deck at rear. NO CHANGE TO OVERALL BLDG FOOTPRINT.
Supplemental Permit to 25014-30000-01189 Relocation of washer and dryer room from the 2nd floor to the 3rd floor per updated architectural plans. Existing 2nd floor space to remain and be used as a cl...
Voluntary foundation repair for (e) multi family residence
Supplemental permit 26016-20000-04836 to correct work description to read: UNITS 5,6,13,23,28; Re-stucco for residential buildings. Application of an approved coating to an existing exterior balcony o...
Re-roof with Class A or B material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 21 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHS...
One story addition to rear of single family dwelling to add two bedrooms and bathroom. Remodel existing kitchen and bathroom. Framing to comply with wood frame perscriptive provisions. Changes to exis...
New swimming pool per standard plan 254.
New 2-story SFD w/attached two car garage per soils report on piles and grade beams. NFPA 13D FIRE SPRINKLERS REQUIRED THROUGHOUT.
Supplemental to 25016-30000-05976 to revise floor plan as indicated on the plans and also to revise structural plans entirely, prepared by new architect with new roof framings over the remodel area pe...
2025 WILDFIRE REBUILD, SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING WITH AN ATTACHED GARAGE, 2-STORY, 70ft x 38.75ft. NFPA 13D SPRINKLERS THROUGHOUT EO8 ELIGIBLE
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 9 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severit...
Replace drywall (no new walls added) for single family dwellings and duplexes only.
*eplan Deferred permit for audio visual mounts at L1 Gallery space. Supplemental to permit #25016-20000-04130.
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 25 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Kitchen remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing __565__Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Se...
Excavation and backfill for new retaining wall.
California's construction market is running hot right now. We're tracking 21,624 permits on file across the state, with 6,683 filed in just the last 30 days. That's real work happening on real projects, and it translates directly into lead opportunities for contractors. Los Angeles dominates the activity with 15,195 permits, followed by San Francisco with 6,429. Renovation work leads the charge at 11,473 permits, but roofing is solid too at 4,770 permits. Pool work, demolition, and specialty permits round out the rest. The point: there's enough variety here that roofers, HVAC techs, plumbers, and electricians can all find their next job. Permit data works because it's a record of decisions already made. When a property owner pulls a permit, they've committed money and timeline. DigPermit gives you access to this data so you can reach out before competitors do. You're not guessing who's building. You know exactly who filed what, where, and when.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in California?
Use permit data. Every building permit filed represents a property owner or GC who has already decided to build or renovate. DigPermit tracks permits as they're filed, so you can identify projects in your area, check the permit type to see if it matches your trade, and reach out directly. This beats waiting for bids to go public or hoping someone refers you work. You're working from actual filed permits, not speculation.
Which cities in California have the most building permits?
Los Angeles leads significantly with 15,195 permits on file. San Francisco is second with 6,429 permits. These two cities represent a huge share of construction activity in the state. If you're based in or willing to travel to either market, the volume of work is there. Even smaller cities show steady permit activity, so check your local area in DigPermit to see what's actually happening near you.
What types of permits are most common in California?
Renovation permits are most common at 11,473 permits. Roofing is second at 4,770 permits, which is significant work for roofers and GCs. Pool permits account for 1,317, demolition for 674, and another 1,986 are miscellaneous permit types. Your trade likely appears in the data. Use the permit type filters in DigPermit to narrow results to work that matches your services.