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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.
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.
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.
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.
40,359 recent building permits filed in California.
40,359 permits
revision to pa#202506068156: remove approved layin t-bar ceiling tile and grid; provide exposed industrial ceiling concept; replace recessed led fixtures with industial cylinder do…
recommencement and completion of work approved under pa 201807305952
bathroom remodel - same layout to remain, no wall alterations, new fixtures, tile and electrical
in-kind remodeling of 1 bathroom(s) in 1st fl with 0 shower pan(s).
revision to pa# 201712146451 s1: modify approved configuration of (5) west facing windows at rear, add one door at rear. remodel (e) kitchen. no work visible from street.
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remodel 2 bathroom and kitchen, install water heater to comply nov 202657067
units 1336 & 1338: remodel kitchens and bathrooms in each unit, tub to shower conversion.
revision 202607104863- add to scope water damage behind (e) siding, tear off (e) siding and prepare mositure barrier and replace siding with (n) siding in kind
t.i.& change of use from (e)vacant retail space to(n)indoor playground(entertainment use) & cafe.scope of work to include modication fo(e)storefront for(n)cafe & associated equipme…
repalce (e) rear deck and construct a (n) deck to comply with current code in kind
repair (e) 3 level exterior walkways by removing (e0 conc. topping & sheating with (n) waterproofing deck coating system over (n) sheating. replace (e) wood quard railings w/ metal…
remodel (e) bathroom & kitchen. no wall demo/modifications or structural work. remove (e) wall plaster & celing plaster for electrical upgrazde and installation to comply with curr…
structural only revision 201612306298- to front building. eliminate approved 4 floor unit. eliminate basement unit. merge approved basement with 1 floor unit (20 church) . reconstr…
remodel bathroom like for like, update plumbing.
administrative permit for address correction for fire-26-1061; from 2601 chestnut to 2061 chestnut.
unit 203: remodel kitchen and bathroom like for like. new plumbing and electrical as needed.
renew 202009154186
to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 201605066763 & 201606160091. all work is complete.
revision to #202605040608 6 front windows replacement in kind at second floor in bedrooms, facing the street
existing door located in the kitchen and in-fill and close out. demolish existing window at the dining room and relcoated a door to provide egress to that rear side yard.