Building Permits in San Francisco, California
6,429 recent building permits filed in San Francisco. Updated daily from public records.
6,429 permits
ste 206-ref 202512302986- rework low side air distribution and air balance area of work.
revision to pa 202509256138: conversion of ground level to habitable space to add one bedroom, one bathroom, one family room and laundry room. widen the garage door
b lvl & 1 lvl: new base building room and circulation spaces constructed. lvl 2,3 & n/s 4: new occupancy b office spaces provided. lvl 5: new residential unit to be provided. (e) ter lvl 5 renovated a...
revision to pa#2022-0722-9104 to: modify bathroom layout on ground floor and add toilet sink.
interior renovation at ground floor. to include 2 bedrooms, entertainment room, storage and 1/2 bath.
unit #7: kitchen & bathroom remodel, replace in kind. plumbing, hvac, & electrical will pull own permits
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
reroofing no hot works, 1400 sq ft.
unit#2: replace two full bathrooms in kind, all plumbing remaining in same place, in upstairs bathroom, convert tub to shower. re-paint kitchen cabinets, replace kitchen counters and backsplash, repla...
remodel ground level kitchen and bathroom; remove non-load bearing walls; add new venteless dryer/washer adj to bathroom.
to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 201409035325. all work is complete.
reroofing, no hot works, 1800 sq ft.
reroofing no hot works, 2000 sq ft.
all work is interior - revision to pa 202506209070 structural modifications based on (e) conditions; reconstruct stair to basement; replace windows, doors and skylights in (e) openings @ rear in-kind;...
reroofing with hot works
install 1 wall mount horn strobe; install 4 eiling mount strobes; install 3 ceiling mount horn-strobe; install 1 smoke detector; install 4 duct detectors; install 6 control relays; remove & install 1...
reroofing with hot works
horizontal first and second floor addition to existing single family residence, convert existing basement to new 1br accessory dwelling unit.
minor first damage to unit 2, front family room and exterior repair work, replace vinyl window and replace damaged electrical wire and fixture to match original conditions.
revision to pa#202502120178. relocate access 45-min rated door from lightwell to corridor. change configuration of new elevator equipment room
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.