California Building Permits
21,741 recent building permits filed in California.
21,741 permits
installation of a new 75 kva transformers and 200 amp panel on existing infrasture. intallation of 3 new charge point. ev chargers.
addition to existing 3rd floor to remodel existing rooms & add new bedroom and balcony.
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
to comply w/ notice of violation # 202544912: do repairs on the exterior stud wall in living room inboth units and the roof framing on the east side due to fire damage.
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
revision to pa# 202601023189: as-built, change to scope-ceiling removed from front end area.
new plan configuration for the master bedroom bathroom, remove non-load bearing walls. bathroom remodel is uner permit 202601204129
reroof, no hot work - flat roof replacement (tpo), no redeck, no hot works.
replacing sections of retaining wall.
unit 1- remodel in kind of bathroom and kitchen (n) plumbing and electrical add insulation. no wall removal or layout change
unit 10- remodel in kind of bathroom and kitchen (n) plumbing and electrical add insulation. no wall removal or layout change
re-roofing: remove and reinstall shingle only system on roof, no hot/torch down
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
convert garage into habitable area to include bedroom, family room, bathroom, and wetbar. no structrual work.
floor 4 to 7: upgrading the finishes to existing elevator lobbies. 1st floor: replacing floor finished and installing new shower glass doors in existing restrooms. for general building accessible upgr...
unit #4: demolish (e) bathroom, walls and floor to beams. remove part of (e) wall between bathroom and closet. move toilet and sink, build new wall for shower. lower ceiling by 5 inches including show...
foundation repair at existing single family residence. no change to building footing or layout.
re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)
to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#202211186847
addition & renovation to main home w/ new bathroom and bedrooms added. renovation to apartment including partial renovation of kitchen & bathroom.
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.