Pennsylvania Building Permits
13,367 recent building permits filed in Pennsylvania.
13,367 permits
Alterations - REPLACE 40 GALLON GAS WATER HEATER.
Addition and/or Alteration - REWIRE COMPLETE 2 STORY - 30 SPACE PANEL 200 AMP SERVICE (Fishing Only)
New Construction - Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001748
New Construction - Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001758
Excavation - Site / Utility Permit for RP-2026-000467
New construction, addition, GFA change - FOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW 4-STORY STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE WITH (1) INTERIOR (GARAGE) PARKING SPACE ACCESSED BY A SHARED DRIVEWAY F...
New construction, addition, GFA change - FOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW 4-STORY STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE WITH (1) INTERIOR (GARAGE) PARKING SPACE ACCESSED BY A SHARED DRIVEWAY F...
New construction, addition, GFA change - FOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW 4-STORY STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE WITH (1) INTERIOR (GARAGE) PARKING SPACE ACCESSED BY A SHARED DRIVEWAY F...
New construction, addition, GFA change - FOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW 4-STORY STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE WITH (1) INTERIOR (GARAGE) PARKING SPACE ACCESSED BY A SHARED DRIVEWAY F...
New illuminated flush wall sign (3'-9" in diameter)
Interior & exterior renovations to add deck at rear of 1st floor and change in use from two-family to a single-family dwelling.
Non-illuminated individual letter sign (12'-9" x 3'-5")
Existing (alteration/addition)
Ground floor tenant fitout of an existing building for warehouse storage & accessory office space. work includes construction of a new open, interior stair to create a 2nd exit from the ground floor.
Existing (alteration/addition)
City Funded Demolition 1. Remove all garbage and debris, vegetation, concrete slabs, accessory structures, steps and fencing from lot. 2. Contract term 60 days from award date. 3. ACHD asbestos applic...
Interior alterations to two-story wood framed single-family for purpose of converting integral two-car garage into living (conditioned) and storage space (unconditioned).
Existing (alteration/addition)
Existing (alteration/addition)
Replacement of structural roof framing and roofing for alterations to an existing garage. work includes selective demolition, stuctural work, new roofing and siding
Pennsylvania has 13,108 building permits on file right now. In just the last 30 days, contractors filed 4,474 new permits across the state. That's solid construction activity if you know where to look. Philadelphia dominates the market with 11,017 permits, followed by Pittsburgh at 2,091. Most of the work breaks down into plumbing (3,355 permits), electrical (2,491 permits), renovation (2,389 permits), HVAC (1,541 permits), and other trades (1,778 permits). If you work in any of these areas, there's real demand happening. The contractors winning right now use permit data to find jobs before competitors do. When a permit gets filed, it means a property owner already committed to work. That's a qualified lead. Dig into Pennsylvania's permit database, filter by your trade and the cities you service, and contact property owners while the project is still fresh.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in Pennsylvania?
Search the Pennsylvania permit database by your trade (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roofing, etc.) and filter by the cities where you work. Each permit record shows the property address, owner contact info, and project type. Sort by filing date to find the newest permits. Focus on permits filed in the last 30 days since those represent active projects. Many contractors contact property owners within 48 hours of permit filing, before other bidders call.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most building permits?
Philadelphia leads by a wide margin with 11,017 permits on file. Pittsburgh is second with 2,091 permits. These two cities represent the bulk of construction activity in the state. If you service Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, you have access to the most opportunities. Smaller cities and suburban areas also have steady permit activity, so check your local market to identify secondary opportunities in your service area.
What types of permits are most common in Pennsylvania?
Plumbing is the most common permit type with 3,355 filings, followed by electrical with 2,491. Renovation permits total 2,389, HVAC comes in at 1,541, and other trades account for 1,778 permits. If you're a plumber or electrician, you're in high-demand categories. If you do HVAC, roofing, or general contracting, filter the database for those specific permit types to find jobs that match your services.