California Building Permits
Updated just now21,607 recent building permits filed in California.
21,607 permits
Supplemental permit 26016-20000-04836 to correct work description to read: UNITS 5,6,13,23,28; Re-stucco for residential buildings. Application of an approved coating to an existing exterior balcony o...
Re-roof with Class A or B material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 21 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHS...
One story addition to rear of single family dwelling to add two bedrooms and bathroom. Remodel existing kitchen and bathroom. Framing to comply with wood frame perscriptive provisions. Changes to exis...
New swimming pool per standard plan 254.
New 2-story SFD w/attached two car garage per soils report on piles and grade beams. NFPA 13D FIRE SPRINKLERS REQUIRED THROUGHOUT.
Re-roof with Class A or B material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over EXISTING solid sheathing _17_____Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (...
Installation of security bars for dwellings/apartments. Quick release required in bedrooms per California Building Code Part 12, Chapter 12-3.
[ePlan] (N) 2-story SFD + Attached SB9 unit + attached 2-car garage and storage on 2nd floor above 1 of 3
Supplemental permit to permit #26016-90000-03729 to: change the use code and sub-type from 1 or 2 family dwelling to apartment
ePlan. Supplemental to 24014-10000-05159 to Revise Structural Framing Sheet.
Window (17) and door (1 ) change-out (same size & type) for residential buildings. Dual glazing, labeled and certified by National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), is required for doors and windows...
EPLAN 35'-6" X 49' 1-STORY STORAGE AND ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT. "COMPLY WITH DEPARTMENT ORDER effective date 04/05/2022. PERMIT WILL EXPIRE 30 DAYS FROM ISSUANCE DATE"
Add sill plate anchor bolts and plywood to cripple walls (if existing) per LA City Standard Plan #1; no foundation replacement (Earthquake hazard reduction per Chapter 92 of the Los Angeles Building C...
Eplan. Temporary shoring for automotive service pit extension (related to projects under 25016-10000-21875/25030-10000-04855).
[ePlan] NEW 2-STORY SFD WITH ATTACHED 2-CAR GARAGE-BLDG SPRINKLERED THRU-OUT-CUGU-PUBLICLY HABITALBE SPACE
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 15 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Water damage, termite damage or dry rot repair less than 10% of replacement cost of residential buildings. "COMPLY WITH DEPARTMENT ORDER effective date04/20/2022. PERMIT WILL EXPIRE 30 DAYS FROM ISSUA...
Eplan: Supplemental to 25016-10000-27696 for "Revision to interior layout to create opening for (N) closet to (E) bedroom and provide wall separation for (N) wet bar"
Enclose existing front porch to create storage closet for single family dwelling and new entry. Create bathroom in existing laundry room."Comply with department order. Permit to expire 360 days from i...
Eplan new swimming pool and spa per la city standard plan
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in California?
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.
Which cities in California have the most building permits?
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.
What types of permits are most common in California?
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.