Observed arrival · 2026-09-30
Urbe News turns San José permits into a construction beat
A free Tuesday publication and resource guide translates Bay Area construction permits and institutional updates for people working in the building trades.
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- The first San José edition cites 2,399 permits and $474M in declared construction value, using City of San José open data dated Aug. 24–Sep. 22, 2026.
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The InfoGuía changes its emphasis by role, with sections on inspection rules, utility contacts, permit portals, licensing, and where projects are starting. The institutional radar points readers to named public sources, including PG&E, Silicon Valley Power, CSLB, and California code agencies. The first edition attributes its construction figures to City of San José Open Data and gives the date range used.
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