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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.
40,526 recent building permits filed in California.
40,526 permits
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 33 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very Hig…
"COMPLY WITH DEPARTMENT ORDER effective date12/08/2009. PERMIT WILL EXPIRE 30 DAYS FROM ISSUANCE DATE". Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds…
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 25 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very Hig…
2025 wildfire rebuild, single-family dwelling with an attached garage, 3-story, 75'6"x 38'-0", nfpa 13-d sprinklers throughout, eo1
Supplemental to PCIS#: 25016-30000-37030. Structural remodel and interior remodel of an (E) SFD. Convert portion of (E) SFD into a (N) Attached ADU per LAMC 12.22A.33(c) and(e). No…
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Re-roof with Class A or B material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing__30____Squares. Class A roof covering is required within the Very High Fire…
Installation of new artwork at existing wall, providing wall backing. Adjusting existing decorative light fixtures to be aimed at artwork, and relocating (1) existing exit sign. No…
Re-roof with Class A or B material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing__61____Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Haz…
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 Lo…
Eplan Two Illumminated wall signs: Sign A1 "Philz Coffee" w/ logo 10'-0 3/8" x 2'-4, 23.40 sq ft,13'-4"aff. Sign A2 "Philz Coffee" w/ logo 10'-0 3/8" x 2'-4, 23.40 sq ft,13'-4"aff
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 Hig…
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 60 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very Hig…
Supplememtal permit to 25016-10000-37398 to update structural plan and detail
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 32 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very Hig…
Eplan - addition to (e) sfd with major remodel. fire sprinkler system throughout the building
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 Lo…
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 12 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very Hig…
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 Lo…
****2025 la wildfire eo-1 eligible rebuild****(n) 2-story sfd with habitable basement and with two car garage, nfpa-13d fire sprinklers throghout ,all work per engineering
2025 wildfire rebuild, single-family dwelling with an attached garage, 1 story, 80'9" x 72' 5 3/8". nfpa 13d sprinlkeres throughout. eo8