Building Permits in San Francisco, California
6,513 recent building permits filed in San Francisco. Updated daily from public records.
6,513 permits
unit# 102. replace 2 windows with retrofit vinyl windows. no change to size or location. not street visible. u factor <0.28. 22.06 sqft
replace (6) aluminum windows with like for like in size. no alterations to any openings. street visible. u-factor 0.28. 308.5 sq ft on 1st story. to be fixed plate-glass aluminum-sash windows. all on...
reroof. no hotworks.
solar permit: installing 7 solar pv modules, 440 watts per module, total no. of rating 3.08 kw. mounted: roof, ballasted: n, including 1 energy storage unit, with 5 kwh each in capacity, ess units wil...
solar permit: installing 14 solar pv modules, 460 watts per module, total no. of rating 6.44 kw. mounted: roof, ballasted: n, including 1 energy storage unit, of 240 vac, with 10 kwh each in capacity,...
fire sprinkler monitoring system with facp (e). we are adding a dual path cellular communicator to replace analog phone lines.
replace 9 windows, 6 street facing, 3 non street facing, like for like. (e) wood, 9x double hung (n) fibrex - 9x double hung. no size change. all windows are in kind u factor <.27.
replacing 2 retrofit windows, street facing like for like, (e) vinyl, 2x sliding, (n) fibex sliding. windows are in kind same opening, no size change, u factor <.27.
reroof (hotworks)
solar permit: mounted: roof, ballasted: n, including 1 energy storage unit, with 15 kwh each in capacity, ess units will not be closer than 3 feet | (n) (01) franklinwh 15kwh apower 2 (apr-10k15v1-us)...
g/f commercial: add a new closet wall in the alley for new electric panels. add a new partition wall to create an office room. do ada upgrade.
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
revision to pa # 2025-0312-2089 & 2025-0709-0459: revise shearwall at landing to existing concrete wall.
replace 5 windows(2 street facing) with vinyl.
demolish the existing powder room to enlarge and renovate the kitchen. perform structural modification to create an open connection between the kitchen and dining room. provide a new powder room withi...
to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202408017767 & 202402095602. all work is complete.
first floor: convert existing garage space into a new family room and new bathroom - convert existing rear single rear door into a sliding door, new wet bar.
34/fl- ref 202511179739 and 202512121649- install 51 speaker strobes, 1 smoke detector, 3 control relays, and 1 call station
solar permit: installing 10 solar pv modules, 440 watts per module, total no. of rating 4.4 kw. mounted: roof, ballasted: n | 4.40 kw roof mounted photovoltaic solar system on tilt up racking
amendment to existing permit 202505166619 to clarify fire alarm is not required per code due to no existing fire alarm present.
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.