Pennsylvania Building Permits
13,367 recent building permits filed in Pennsylvania.
13,367 permits
Alterations - Replace the first 4 feet of piping connected to each hot water heater with copper. (There are 2 hot water heaters) It is for pipe repair only, and no walls need to be opened to access th...
Change of Use - Wholesale, Distribution, and Storage - Equipment and Materials Storage Yards and Buildings
Alterations - REPAIR/REPLACE CURB TRAP, FRESH AIR INLET & MAIN DRAIN.
Alterations - Install new master bathroom room, and kitchen remodel. (1) shower, (1)water closet, (1)Lav, (1) kitchen sink
Addition and/or Alteration - PERMIT AMENDED ON 3/19/26: Amended structural plans as per variations in site conditions. Addition and alterations to existing single family home as per proposed plans.
Alterations - REPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD.
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....
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...
Rough-In - Rough-In Permit for FP-2026-000223 NFPA13 FSSS
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
Alterations - SEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO.
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 - Underfloor plumbing for addition of 1/2 bathroom with toilet and sink in existing 1st floor dining room.
Combined Lot Line Relocation and New Development - FOR THE RELOCATION OF LOT LINES (SUBDIVISION) TO CREATE 2 LOTS (PARCEL A AND PARCEL B) FROM 1 EXISTING LOT (112 E SPRINGER ST). SIZE AND LOCATION AS...
Addition and/or Alteration - 150 amp service--rewire
Addition and/or Alterations - EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviation...
Solar Panels and Structure - FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR COLLECTORS IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CO...
Addition and/or Alteration - INSTALLATION OF ROOFTOP MOUNTED 9.2 KW SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PV SYSTEM ACCORDING TO THE 2017 NEC AND PER PLANS.
EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel - REPLACE 1 WC, 1 LAV & 1 Bathtub.
Change of Use - Personal Vehicle Repair and Maintenance.
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.