As of December 2015, permitting of residential new construction in San Mateo increased by 20% relative to December 2014 (i.e. year-over-year). Permitting of residential remodeling in San Mateo increased by 13% over the same period. The indices shown in the chart are not seasonally adjusted.
Remodeling and construction in San Mateo are regulated by the San Mateo County Planning and Building Department .