California Building Permits
Updated 53m ago21,741 recent building permits filed in California.
21,741 permits
T.i remodel at suite 1501 - 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 31 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Off-site pole sign demolition. Double face.72 sf per sign faceOSSPIP case #276586 (SPI waived)original permit#1983LA68445
Kitchen and 3 bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes)
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 24 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Complete work done under previously expired permit #10010-30000-02641. _75_% completed as determined by inspection.
GARAGE AND STORAGE CONVERSION TO DETACHED ADU PER 66323(a)(1).
Tenant improvement to existing retail/pharmacy
New site retaining wall
ePlan PROPOSED CHANGE OF USE OF FROM EXISTING OFFICE TO MECHANICAL STORAGE SPACE. ON LEVEL 43 AND ON LEVEL 44.
2 bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).
ePlan: Supplemental to 25016-10000-37630 - Proposed modification to the Fire & Sound Rate Details based on the existing site conditions.
Kitchen remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).
Supplemental ref. to permit# 25030-30000-06036 to revise the work description.excavtion for new 2-story SFD and removing R&R.
1 bathroom(s).Bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).Kitchen remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).
Excavation and backfill for new retaining wall.
ePlan. Demolish 12'x6' double faced offsite sign. Takedown credit for LA Metro TCN sign FF-1.OSSPIP case #303201original permit #1969LA98151
Demolition of detached garage
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing (80) Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Seve...
New swimming pool and spa per 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.