Pennsylvania Building Permits
13,367 recent building permits filed in Pennsylvania.
13,367 permits
EZ Wall Covering Replacement - EZ EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS - For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards shall result in permit revocation...
Alterations - SEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO.
New Construction - Installation of 400 amp service Interior wiring of 3 dwellings Installation a Fire alarm in accordance with NFPA 72 2016 & The Philadelphia Fire code 2018
Rough-In - Rough-In Permit for FP-2026-000223 NFPA13 FSSS
Addition and/or Alteration - INSTALL 100 AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL WITH PROPER GROUNDING AND BONDING. INSTALL WIRING, RECEPACLE OUTLETS, LIGHTING AND SWITCHES, WHERE REQUIR...
Alterations - REPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE.
Addition and/or Alteration - FOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS FOR THE USE OF BUSINESS AND A-3 OCCUPANCY: SPORTS ACADEMY INCLUDING SPORT TRAINING CLASSROOMS, BASKETBALL COURT, ACTIVITY ROOMS AND STAGE...
New Construction - Electrical Permit for combo RP-2025-009724
New construction, addition, GFA change - FOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF ALL EXISTING STRUCTURES ON THE LOT; FOR THE ERECTION OF FOUR (4) STRUCTURES (ONE (1) ATTACHED (BUILDING 1-14), TWO (2) DETACHED...
Addition and/or Alteration - - For alterations to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of con...
Addition and/or Alteration - INSTALL 200 AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL WITH PROPER GROUNDING AND BONDING. INSTALL WIRING, RECEPACLE OUTLETS, LIGHTING AND SWITCHES, WHERE REQUIR...
Alterations - Replace 5" curb trap and fresh air inlet.
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 - Replacing 40 gallon electric water heater
Alterations - Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater
Alterations - Replace Curb Trap, Vent Pipe and Main House Drain.
Alterations - Plumbing Permit (Interior) for combo CP-2025-004552
Addition and/or Alteration - LEVEL III ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE VERTICAL AND REAR ADDITIONS AND COMPLETE CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CREATE A FOUR (4) FAMILY DWELLING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FU...
Addition and/or Alteration - Remove and replace damaged roof joist, remove and replace damaged roof decking, install insulation, drywall, flooring, windows, cabinetry, interior doors, throughout home,...
Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO) - For a certificate of occupancy for a mercantile occupancy.
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.