Pennsylvania Building Permits
13,367 recent building permits filed in Pennsylvania.
13,367 permits
New Construction - ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS TWO FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEO TECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) WORK....
Alterations - Install shower, toilet and vanity. Install pipes to fixtures.
Rough-In - Rough-In Permit for FP-2026-000205 SUPPLY AND INSTALL ALL REQUIRED SPRINKLERS AND INSTALL ALL REQUIRED PIPING, HANGERS AND FITTINGS, PER NFPA 13D
Addition and/or Alteration - FOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SEMI-DETACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WOR...
Alterations - Fixture replacement for 35 bathtubs 4 showers 40 vanities 40 toilets *WITHOUT PIPING*
Alterations - Plumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-001415
Alterations - REPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE.
Addition and/or Alteration - 100 amp service complete. partial wire of SFD as per NEC 2017. All wiring is fishing only. No work to exterior windows and/or doors as part of this permit. No other work t...
EZ Roof Covering Replacement - For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the at...
Change of Use - Personal Vehicle Repair and Maintenance.
New Construction - Electrical Permit for combo RP-2025-009725
Addition and/or Alteration - REPLACEMENT OF ROOFING MEMBRANE AT EXISTING BALCONY; REINSTALLATION OF DECKING ON LOW-PROFILE PEDESTAL SYSTEM; ADDITION DECORATIVE WAINSCOT AT EXSITING BALCONY PARAPET. DE...
Alterations - Replace existing area drain in the window well.
Alterations - REPLACE 40 GALLON SHORT BRADFORD WHITE GAS WATER HEATER.
Alterations - REPLACE 40GAL GAS WATER HEATER.
New Construction - Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-002567
Alterations - Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater
Alterations - REPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE.
New Construction or Additions - Plumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2025-002567
New construction, addition, GFA change - FOR THE ERECTION OF A DETACHED STRUCTURE. TO BE USED AS UTILITIES AND SERVICES, MAJOR – WATER TREATMENT FACILITIES, WITH THREE (3) OFF-SITE ACCESSORY SURFACE P...
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.