Building Permits in San Francisco, California
6,409 recent building permits filed in San Francisco. Updated daily from public records.
6,409 permits
25th fl: interior ti- conference room, pantry & restrooms. demo of non structural partitions, ceilings, finishes. new non structural partitions & glazing new doors & hardware, lighting and ceilings.ne...
revision to pa #2025-1031-8701: repair basement floor side wall foundation at remodeled area. replace all single pane windows & doors to energy compliant windows.
ste 1000 - remove existing rooms and t-bar ceiling; lighting replacement @ open office; removing existing walls for new window wall
convert g/f vacant storage to 3 new adu per ord#162-16. replace wood framed stair at rear yard in kind. coordinate work w/ soft story #202501305531. infill light wells at g/f & rear expansion at g/f.
convert 1/f (e) storage & partial gargae into living area. new 36in stairs & handrails.new kitchen layout and (n) dining rm on 2/f. infill lightwell for new bathroom layout. lower proposed living area...
to comply w/complaint# 202048441, 202054401, 202182518 & 202308372. consolidated pa# 202102124636, 202112073931 & 202302011200 under this application. modify hip roof at rear of building converting at...
modify (e) fire alarm system to install low frequency sounders in all sleeping areas to comply with sffc-2016 sec 1103.7.6.1.
revision to pa #202510107169 to add engineering as requested by inspector.
reroofing: no hot works.
re roofing: no hot works.
to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202306200402. all work is complete.
to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#202304175857. all work is complete.
revision to pa #202405011206: removal of a45 minute fire rated window
interior remodel: widen interior staircase, kitchen remodel, add one bathroom & one laundry room. remove stair at atrium and relocate existing gas furnace and water heater. ground fl: add one media ro...
reconstruct front woor stairs to be code compliant. reconstruct rear deck & stairs in kind. replace front 2nd fl wood windows and all rear windows. front wood windows to match existing style & size. i...
re roofing: hot works.
re roofing: hot works
replace front damaged stucco and backing plywood. reinstll all moulding and trims
exploratory demolition of opening in 2nd floor ceiling to verify structural member supporting rafters above as showing in original plans. reference pa#: 2026-0120-4174
demolition of three non-structural walls and revert layout back to last permitted layout per pa#262562. no start of work until completion of pa# 2026-0116-4066.
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.