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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.
2,253 recent building permits filed in Tennessee.
2,253 permits
Five Unit Townhome Building. Unit #017. 2109 SQFT of living space, 411 SF garage, and 172 SF porches and decks. Master Permit T2023016993. SP ZONING
To rehab existing single-family residence due to storm damage. scope of work to include insulation, drywall, cabinets, millwork, flooring, siding and gutters, plumbing trim, and el…
To construct a 12'x 20' (240 sf) sunroom and a 12' x 20' (240 sf) open deck to the rear of existing single family home. run electrical and hvac. pour a footer and build crawl found…
To repair significant fire damage. Mitigate and demo to framing, rebuild back to original design- no change to footprint. Will have to replace the roof system. Exterior renovations…
To convert the open uncovered porch into a sunroom that will be approximately 12' x 15' (180 sf). minimum side setback is 10' ft. minimum rear setback is 20' ft. not to be construc…
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To repair fire damage to buildings E&F. Change of contractor. Original permit #2025081024. No change of plans. To complete 100% of the original scope of work, Orchard Park Apartmen…
To conduct general renovations as required to convert existing detached garage (2024024006) to detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU) located at rear of single-family residence. 4…
Five Unit Townhome Building. Unit #013. 2109 SQFT of living space, 411 SF garage, and 172 SF porches and decks. Master Permit T2023016993. SP ZONING
to demolish existing non-res building. MUL-A Zoning with UDO Overlay. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish t…
Five Unit Townhome Building. Unit #079. 1900 SQFT of living space, 455 SF garage, and 50 SF porches and decks. Master Permit T2024018292. SP ZONING.
2399 SF Front Porch 102 SF Garage 416 SF/4 bedroom 4 bath single family residence. RS5 Zoning. only one kitchen allowed in residence. 33.8' min front s/b per Zoning Administrator;…
To construct single family residence with 2629 SF of living area, 705 SF of garage area, 616 SF cover front porch, and 358 SF of covered rear porch. 2 stories, and 4 bedrooms. Mini…
to construct a single family residence with 3078 sf living area and 680 sf attached garage and covered entry area. RS10 Zoning. critical lot. 20' min front s/b; 5' min side s/b; 20…
to construct a 20 x 22 detached garage to the rear of residence. MHZC must review application. not to be used for living or commercial purposes. no tub and or shower allowed in str…
Ashton Park 92 To construct a single family residence with 3078 SF of living space, 156 SF covered entry , and 524 SF for garage. Minimum front contextual setback is 20' ft., Minim…
Five Unit Townhome Building. Unit #080. 1900 SQFT of living space, 455 SF garage, and 50 SF porches and decks. Master Permit T2024018292. SP ZONING.
Change of contractor for original permit # 2024074454. RESTRICTIVE COVENANT FOR DETACHED STRUCTRUE 20231113-0087962....to construct a 27 x 46 detached garage to the rear of residen…
Five Unit Townhome Building. Unit #014. 2109 SQFT of living space, 411 SF garage, and 172 SF porches and decks. Master Permit T2023016993. SP ZONING
To demolish an existing residence and detached storage building. RS5 Zoning with an SP Overlay. separate permit required for new construction. not to be burned on lot. see attached…
Demolition of the existing ground floor restaurant and renovation into a new meeting room and a new boardroom with accessory storage. work includes building new interior partition…