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Tennessee has 1,860 building permits on file right now, with 666 new permits filed in just the last 30 days. That's steady work available if you know where to look. Nashville dominates the market with 1,520 permits, but don't sleep on secondary markets like Antioch (93 permits), Hermitage (70), and Madison (68). These smaller cities often mean less competition for the same jobs. The permit data shows clear demand patterns. Demolition leads by far with 612 permits, followed by pool work (341), plumbing (196), roofing (184), and renovations (132). If you're a roofer, plumber, or HVAC contractor, you've got solid opportunity in the numbers. General contractors bidding multi-trade jobs will find plenty of scope across demolition and renovation projects. Permit data is your lead generation tool. Every permit filed means a property owner already committed to construction. Pull the right permit type for your trade, find the address and contractor info, and you can reach out before the general contractor fully staffs the job. The 666 permits filed last month show the pipeline is active. Getting in early on these projects beats waiting for word-of-mouth leads.
Building permits are your direct lead source. When a permit is filed, it includes the property address, project scope, and contractor contact info. Search Tennessee permits by trade type (roofing, plumbing, HVAC, electrical), then filter by filing date to find the newest projects. A permit filed last week means active construction within days or weeks. Contact the general contractor or property owner directly before they've locked in all their subcontractors. The 666 permits filed in Tennessee this month represent 666 potential jobs for your business.
Nashville is the clear leader with 1,520 permits on file, making it the biggest market by far. However, secondary markets offer less competition. Antioch has 93 active permits, Hermitage has 70, Madison has 68, and Brentwood has 24. Don't focus only on Nashville. Smaller cities mean fewer contractors bidding on jobs, which can translate to better margins and faster decisions from property owners.
Demolition work leads with 612 permits, followed by pool construction (341 permits), plumbing (196), roofing (184), and renovations (132). If you're a roofer, you've got 184 active roofing permits to pursue. Plumbers have 196 plumbing permits. For general contractors, demolition and renovation projects offer the broadest scope. Pool permits often bundle electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work, so subcontractors in those trades should track pool permits closely.
3,332 recent building permits filed in Tennessee.
3,332 permits
to conduct renovations to existing building to combine two existing office suites. no change to footprint.
Update existing bathroom. Remove existing tub and replace with walk in shower. Remove existing shower and convert to a linen closet. Replace vanity and tile. Chang the a light abov…
To construct a 12' X 20' (240 SF) detached accessory structure to the rear of existing single family home. Minimum side and rear setback is 3' ft. Not to be constructed over any ea…
To place a 24' circular pool to the rear of existing single family home. Minimum side setback is 3' ft. Minimum rear setback is 10' ft. Not to be constructed over any easements. MU…
to rehab existing three bedroom two bath single family residence. RS7.5 Zoning. remains single family residence. only one kitchen allowed in residence. no increase to building foot…
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Build a 27.9' x12' deck on the rear part of the property, partially covered with a single slap roof to the rear of existing four bedroom two bath single family residence. remains s…
To erect 1 non-illuminated, 34sqft, wall sign, 1 painted mural, to add 2 sets of door/window vinyl, & to reface/replace cabinet “letters” on existing legally non-conforming pole si…
to demolish existing residence and detached storage building. RS5 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wi…
interior demolition work; Existing ceiling to remain. Provide new partitions, finishes, light fixtures and outlets. Connect to existing electrical panel as shown in plans. No chang…
To construct a 10' X 12' covered patio addition and a 19' X 12' pergola addition located to the rear of an existing single-family dwelling. Minimum 5' side and 20' rear setbacks. N…
To demolish an existing home with the intention of building a new construction home on the lot
To construct a two-story, 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath single-family dwelling with 4,415 sf conditioned space, 1,121 sf garage, and 623 sf covered porches/unfinished storage. Not to be cons…
Residential R-2 (Vacation Timeshare Property) to conduct general renovations to 24 units total in Buildings 13, to include some accessibility upgrades, new HVAC systems, bathroom c…
To construct a 4 BR, 6 BA single family residence with 4444 SF of living space, 562 SF garage, and 335 SF of porches/decks. HPR. units detached. minimum required distance between s…
to demolish existing residence. R6 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demolition applica…
Rehab the existing home from the fire-damaged interior of the residence. No increase to building footprint for existing three bed one bath residence. remains single family residenc…
'house demolished because total fire damage', see demo permit T2025103253. To construct a single-family residence with 3,039 SF of living area and 766 SF of garage area. Only one k…
To construct a roof and screen in around existing 11'1'' x 27'8'' ft deck. no change to existing footprint of deck. home is to remain single family. the holder of this permit hereb…
Interior tenant build-out within new core + shell building (Shell Permit #202408369)1 to establish full-service restaurant use. The proposed occupancy is A-2 Assembly and a sprinkl…
to conduct interior renovations to existing space for five below and construct a demising wall. no change to footprint.