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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.
2,304 recent building permits filed in Tennessee.
2,304 permits
The proposed improvements will encompass +/- 4,160 Square Feet, including but not limited to structural enhancement to the existing slab, plumbing and electrical utilities, fire pr…
To demolish the existing single family home on lot slab and footings to be removed. Work per this permit must commence within thirty (30) days of issuance* and be completed sixty (…
Carothers Farms lot 516 UDO// To construct a home of heated sqft: 2243, porch 366 sqft, garage 487, 2 story, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths not to be over any easements. **PURSUANT TO ORDIN…
Close in existing porch, creating new foyer area. New gable roof line. Remove living room ceiling, creating vaulted ceiling. Remodel two bathrooms. Side setback are 10ft , rear set…
To construct a two-story detached accessory dwelling unit with 788sf garage and 673sf of living space to the rear of proposed (application #t2026032967) single family dwelling. r8…
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To construct an addition consisting of an attached garage and conditioned interior space including office, gym, and utility/mechanical room. New finished space will contain 793 SF…
Framing: Frame window nook in bedroom 1, open wall closet for bathroom entrance Plumbing: Install Pipe vent for ventilation for bathroom, rough in water lines for sink, toilet, and…
To construct a 12 x 16 (192 SF) prefabricated accessory storage shed with shed floor on grass to the rear of existing single family home. Minimum side setback is 3' ft. Minimum rea…
To repair fire-damaged home and restore it to its original condition. no increase in building footprint or square footage. the holder of this permit hereby certifies that all const…
We are replacing a 7 rise staircase for an existing deck. No other work is being done to the deck
To construct a 24' x 14' (336 sf) covered deck to the rear of existing single family home. setbacks per mhzc permit #2025056764. not to be constructed over any easements. home is t…
USE AND OCCUPANCY ONLY, no construction included in this permit per applicant. For existing tenant, SMOKE NERDS, vape store (beer and tobacco market). No change to exterior buildin…
to demo west side concession stand for vanderbilt university.
To construct a 24' circular above ground pool to the rear of existing single family home. Minimum side setback is 10' ft. Minimum rear setback is 10' ft. Not to be constructed over…
To conduct SELECTIVE DEMOLITION DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE ONLY to existing non-residential building for; KESHAV OIL, INC. Selective demolition to include temporary stabilization and braci…
To conduct interior renovations to BRYAN BUILDING for existing tenant; VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY. To include interior demolition and renovate existing restrooms and building finishes.…
To construct a 17' X 12' sunroom addition and 10' X 12' covered patio addition (includes outdoor kitchen, half bath under cover and an uncovered outdoor shower) located to he rear…
To construct roof cover over patio/deck area for existing tenant MIDNIGHT OIL (restaurant). Existing 700sf patio/deck area located at front of building. See 2025026833. CS (UDO/AIR…
To demolish existing home on lot. Work per this permit must commence within thirty (30) days of issuance* and be completed sixty (60) days after commencement. This permit expires n…