CA · PERMIT COVERAGE & CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY
Dumpster permit leads in California
Permit Radar connects 2 California city feeds: San Francisco, Los Angeles. Each one is ranked for demolition, roofing, new construction and major renovation work.
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CENSUS BUILDING PERMITS SURVEY · 2025
New residential construction authorized in California
Units by building type, 2025
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey, annual state estimates. Census figures count new residential construction only; demolition, roofing and renovation are not included. Use them as a statewide activity indicator, not a lead count.
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California permit leads: common questions
Does Permit Radar cover California?
Yes, in San Francisco, Los Angeles. Coverage is limited to those jurisdictions; other California cities are not included unless they are listed here.
How much new construction was permitted in California?
The Census Bureau estimates 103,856 new privately owned housing units were authorized by building permits in California in 2025, compared with 101,545 in 2024. These figures cover new residential construction only.
What permit signals does Permit Radar track?
Demolition, roof replacement, new construction and major renovation permits from connected city feeds. Each record is scored, linked to its source and shown with freshness so you can decide what to research first.
How much does Permit Radar cost in California?
Local is $49 per month for one supported market, Growth is $99 for up to five markets, and Scale is $199 for every connected market. Each verified account can try Local free for 7 days without a card.