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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.
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.
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.
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.
40,452 recent building permits filed in California.
40,452 permits
legalize 1 (e) bedroom. construct 1 bedroom, media room, 2 full bath & install kitchenette. all work at g/f.
revision to 202511260478. reconfigure layout of family room, kitchenette, excercise area and full bath. relocate laundry set-up garage. relocate tankless water heater. at 2nd flr,…
to comply with nov 202650860- replace rear yard retaining wall -80 ft west property line and 25 feet north property line
1st fl - interior ti of approx 10,500 sf of amenity space which includes a new event space
underpin south permeter building foundation and partial garage slab replacement.
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to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202410243673. all work is complete.
12th fl revision to 202512030869. revision includes updates to structural drawings to reflect a revised slab edge detail due to field conditions. no change to architectural scope.
addressing permit: create the address 1766 quesada ave. link to apn 5327/023
in unit#: 2 (352 6th av) on 3rd flr: add an attic access stair to existing atic space. add skylight.
revision to 202604028769, over 50% deck repair. replace decking boards and any wood that is rotten underneath. we will not touch any existing structure.
solar permit: mounted: roof, ballasted: n, including 1 energy storage unit, with 20 kwh each in capacity, ess units will not be closer than 3 feet | 1 battery
to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#202311060217 & pa#202201286877
7/fl- 202606022314- deferred mep for title 24 energy compliant electrical drawings to be added
interior remodel of 3 existing bathrooms, and 2 existing kitchen. no structural, new finishes and fixtures. no exterior changes. work in 108 abd 110 corbett ave.
dry rot repairs front of bldg, replace 3 windows street facing. like for like replacement and no change in size.
enlarging 1 window in 3rd level rear bedroom
recommencement and completion of work approved under pa# 201709198945.
1st floor: relocate water heater and furnance to garage and add new bedroom. 2nd floor: add (n) closet & bath to master bedroom, remove wall between bedroom & office, remove wall b…
ref pa# 202604018674 (10th fl) & pa# 202604159456 (11th fl.): deffered submitals: phone booths anchorage and fan powered box seismic anchorage structural details on l10 & 11
new state adu- 1 bedroom and 1 bath on ground floor, including rear extension. remodel of existing main unit to include third floor addition and rear extension. revision to scope o…