Colorado is seeing steady construction activity right now. We have 1,531 total permits on file, with 504 new permits filed just in the last 30 days. That's real opportunity for contractors looking to source leads before the jobs get bid out. Denver dominates the permit volume at 1,531 permits, making it the primary market for roofers, HVAC contractors, plumbers, electricians, and general contractors. Renovation work leads the way with 1,113 permits, followed by new construction (215 permits), demolition work (153 permits), and commercial projects (50 permits). If you're a residential trade, renovations are your bread and butter right now. Contractors who monitor permit data gain a real advantage. You can identify jobs in your area before they're widely known, reach property owners and GCs at the planning stage, and build your pipeline consistently. DigPermit gives you access to Colorado's complete permit records so you can track where the work is happening and stay ahead of competitors.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find new construction leads in Colorado?

Monitor Colorado's building permit filings through DigPermit. We update our database with new permits as they're filed, including 504 permits added in the last 30 days. You can filter by permit type (new construction, renovation, demolition, commercial), location, and filing date. Set up searches for your service area and get alerts when new permits match your criteria. This puts you in front of property owners and GCs while they're in the early planning stages, before bids go out to the usual competitors.

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Which cities in Colorado have the most building permits?

Denver is the most active market in Colorado with 1,531 permits on file. That concentration of work makes Denver a primary focus for any contractor looking to build their lead list. However, construction activity is spread across the state, so check DigPermit for permit activity in your specific service area. Our database breaks down permits by city and county, so you can see exactly where jobs are happening near your operation.

What types of permits are most common in Colorado?

Renovation permits are the most common, accounting for 1,113 of the 1,531 permits on file. New construction follows with 215 permits, demolition work with 153 permits, and commercial projects with 50 permits. If you're a residential contractor (roofer, plumber, electrician, HVAC), renovation projects should be your primary focus since that's where the volume is. GCs managing mixed portfolios will want to track all permit types to match jobs with their available crews.

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