recent building permits…
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
convert tub to shower, tile demo, 30" x 60" (au), 4 flange pan. alabaster white smooth walls & 2 window, trim kits, 1 additional prairie shelf, vazia (ch) trim & fixtures. l-shaped…
minor improvements @ 2nd fl: new non structural partitions and glazing, new finishes to include doors and hardware. no exterior work.
to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#'s 202102094322, 202403127613, and 202412277476. all work is complete.
2nd fl/ ste# 201: t.i. included building new non-structural partitions, ceiling, lights, & millwork, all new or revised meps & life safety work will be design-build & submitted sep…
install a wall mounted electric heater, comply with nov #202653250. to replace the existing electric heater that was removed.
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to address nov#202657962, door closer installation (58).
replace 12 ducts, 11 supplies, 1 return. will pull seperate mechanical and electrical permits. title-24 cheers registered number 426-a020203858a
to obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 7711917. all work is complete.
revision to pa# 202607134914: replace the front door, existing framing/jamb to remain.
remove and replace front door. existing framing/jamb to remain
kitchen remodel to remove walls, remove and replace countertops, adding columns, new windows, adding mep fixtures. removing installed door between ktichen and living room, enlarged…
bathroom remodel, changing tub to shower pan, plumbing and electrical updates as needed.
remodel interior entryway, powder room, and kitchen on 2nd fl.
2/fl- divide (e) bathroom into (1) full bathroom and (1) powder room.
to comply with nov 202657283: fire damage repairs, repair damaged sheetrock, eletcrical on 1st floor. all work is interior. like for like repair
balcony appx 90sf corrosion and rust repair. remove and replace (e) balcony framing with (n) balcony framing, remove and replace (e) concrete deck with (n) westcoat pro waterproofi…
water damage repairs, repair shettrock in living room, dining room, bedroom. no construction to be done. all work interior.
19th floor (unit 1907) interior remodel, replace plumbing fixtures. install shower grab bar backing. add local smoke alarm at sleeping room and living room / entry area. there is n…
replace 16 windows in kind in the yard (not facing the street) with vinyl windows - same size, same location, same opening, same operation, no structural work. maintain eero per cb…
existing exiting and accesible path of travel. documentation only. ref pa# 2010-0827-9748