Building Permits in San Francisco, California
6,429 recent building permits filed in San Francisco. Updated daily from public records.
6,429 permits
exterior remodel: new windows, doors, siding. infill under existing 2nd floor overhung. finish and condition space behind garage. full interior remodel over both levels. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bath house.
bldg b: 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 a pa# 202207017587).
existing bathroom like for like remodel for new fixtures only (toilet and vanity)
to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202006198933. all work is complete.
remove and replace 1 front entry door and 1 sliding patio doors. patio doors is not street facing. work inkind
5th fl/ fire sprinkler t.i: relocate 80 concealed pendents and 63 uprights on the 5th floor reference t.i 2025-0902-4401
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
revision to permit 202211025704. change room name on ground floor from media room to bedroom. ref bpa# 202205244906.
to comply with abe program per ord 51-16. provide visual marking at stair treads; extend stair handrail; replace interior mat
voluntary structural strengthening
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
to comply w/n.o.v. legalize 2-story sfd w/ basement to 2 unit multi-family w/ basement to correct nov #201806511. legalize 1,668 sqft unauthorized unit per planning code 207(c)(8) aka fourplex legisla...
repair handrails and provide anti slip tape at front stairs. less then 50% repair inkind. comply with nov #202648977, item 2.
unit# 303. kitchen remodel in-kind. replace (e) cabinets, finishes & appliances. upgrade electrical to code.
revision to permit 202509024351. relocate ahu from garage floor to suspended from garage ceiling. omit (2) fire rated property line windows and install (1) 45m fire rated fixed/non operable window in...
revision to pa #2025-0505-5766: add antennas to all floors for errs coverage
reroof 2300 sq ft tear off, install polyglass, hot work permit#126727
revision 202511179730 to include structrual details
replace partial lightwell siding (appr 12 sq ft), replace exterior vent, repair second level ceiling from water damage, apply small amount of henry roofing material.
reroof 1500 sq ft, tear off install polyglass, hot work permit#126727
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.