32,464 recent building permits filed in California.
32,464 permits
Eplan: Early Start Demo for Interior Non-Structural Demolition of Tenant space.
Supplemental to 25048-10000-00818 to capture non illuminated sign (sign# 3) and to capture 2 signs listed to be installed on separate architectural structure than signs #2, 4, 5, 6.2 wall signs:- illu...
Replacement of damaged framing members (less than 10% of replacement cost of building) for single family dwellings and duplex (not including decks).
Complete work done under previously expired permit #_18014-10000-06229_. Work is _95_% complete(Minimum 75% percent completed as determined by inspection).Include HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical
***2025 Wildfire**EplanGrading permit for proposed private swimming pool and spa
EPLAN Supplemental to Permit 20010-10000-00755 for Structural Revisions for Trusses on both 2nd and Roof plans. Scope to also include minor structural revisions. 5 of 9
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing (22) Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Seve...
2025 wildfire rebuild. removal and recompaction (r&r) grading for rebuild of 2-story single family dwelling. eo 1 eligible.
Supplemental to 22014-20000-04764: ADDITION AND REMODEL TO (E) SFD
NEW 30'-0"X 31'-4" DETACHED IRREGULAR SHAPED ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PER GCS 66323(a)(2). NFPA -13D FIRE SPRINKLER REQUIRED THROUGHOUT.
Eplan: install (2) new illuminated wall signse02: 59 1/2" x 142 3/4" (58.9 sq ft)e03: 52" x 124 3/4" (45 sq ft)
ePlan NEW POOL PER LA STD PLAN #268
Proposed demolition of existing detached garage. dpi completed per 26019-20000-00205.
Complete work done under previously expired permit # 21014-20000-00641. Work is _90_% complete (minimum 75% completed as determined by inspection).
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...
Suppl. permit to 26047-20000-00174 to add a spa and baja to the (e) pool shell.
ePlan - Supplemental to 22016-20000-13114 to revise the work description toChange of use from (e) 55'9-1/2" x 44'7-1/4"(2,248 sq.ft.) irregular shaped Office to Retail and remodel to add unisex ADA ba...
Demo existing 4 unit apartment bld. *1 of 2*
Supplemental permit to 24010-20000-03742 to revise fuel type from all electric to gas. revise title 24.
Eplan. supplemental to 24014-10000-02859 to provide nfpa 704 placards and fire sprinkler protection for two (2) existing weather protected storage enclosed with 9'-0" high chain link fencing and swing...
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.