California Building Permits
Updated just now21,741 recent building permits filed in California.
21,741 permits
CONVERT PORTION OF (E) UNIT INTO AN ADU WITHIN AN (E) DUPLEX TO BECOME A ONE STORY DUPLEX WITH ATTACHED ADU PER GCS 66323(a)(3)
***2025 WILDFIRE ELIGIBLE E08 REBUILD PROJECT*** grading for R&R and retaining walls 568 cy *** 3 of 4 ***
Grading for pool and adu.
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 29 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over new solid sheathing 19 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zo...
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 26 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
2 bathroom(s).Bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).7 door(s). Window and door change-out (same size & type) for residential buildings. Dual glazing, labeled and certified...
Ti remodel - suite 400 expansions non bearing interior partitions
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 30 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 29 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing ___40___Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard S...
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 27 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Install radiant barrier and/or insulation in attic for residential buildings.
2025 WILDFIRE REBUILD, SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING WITH AN ATTACHED GARAGE, (2)-STORY, _82'-9"_x_127'-1"_. NFPA 13(D) SPRINKLERS THROUGHOUT. EO8
SUPPLEMENTAL PERMIT FOR Permit #: 26016 - 90000 - 05083 TO CHANGE ADDRESS TO READ 247-249 E 79th St.
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. overexisting solid sheathing (185 ) Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High FireHazard Seve...
EPLAN. Demolition Permit for 1-Story OFFICE AND NURSERY."COMPLY WITH DEPARTMENT ORDER effective date 07/27/2007. PERMIT WILL EXPIRE 30DAYS FROM ISSUANCE DATE."
Eplan. install (3) new illuminated wall signs:sign e01: 16" x 173.5" (19 sq ft, 18'-3"above grade)sign e02: 18" x 195 .25" (24 sq ft, 22'-8" above grade)sign e03: 24" x 260.25" (43 sq ft, 13' above gr...
18 window(s). Window and door change-out (same size & type) for residential buildings. Dual glazing, labeled and certified by National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), is required for doors and win...
New swimming pool and spa per la city standard plan #268 and engineer details.
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.