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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
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 renovations to existing waffle house restaurant. no change to footprint.
- Please reference permits 2024061708 & 2024080214 for work from previous contractor. Scope of work is listed below by room. Entrance (Library Study) - Remove all trim paneling - C…
Small addition for master suite w/bathroom, remodel the kitchen, finish the attic into livable space. Rear setback is 20ft, and side setbacks are 5ft.
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.
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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…
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…
Five Unit Townhome Building. Unit #082. 1900 SQFT of living space, 455 SF garage, and 50 SF porches and decks. Master Permit T2024018292. SP ZONING.
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…
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
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;…
Construction of a two-story, 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath single family dwelling with 3888 sqft conditioned space, 457 sqft garage/storage area and 910 sqft of covered porches/decks. minimu…
USE AND OCCUPANCY ONLY, no construction per applicant. For new tenant; THE MEADE SPIRIT & SMOKE LCC (liquor sales, mercantile). No change to exterior building/roof lines or footpri…
Existing balcony framing/construction has been found deficient; therefore, structural repairs have been developed for the double cantilevered balconies (12 total). Scope includes:…
Amendment to Permit #2025058106; a 400 sq ft addition located to the rear of an existing attached single-family dwelling to install 7.6' square hot tub, 32 deep within the permitte…
to conduct interior demo work to 7484SF of space in preparation for future build out under a separate permit. no change to footprint.
To repair fire damage to existing single-family dwelling, take down to studs, new electric, plumbing and HVAC and refinish house to move-in ready. Not to add a second kitchen or dw…
to demolish existing structure. RM20 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. MHZC must review application. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not w…
New construction single family residence. 3,801 sf with 498 sf garage, 147 sf rear covered porch, and 66 sf front porch. Minimum front contextual setback is 31.2 ft. Minimum side s…
The house has an existing porch with an old metal awning over it. I will be adding a built gable roof, drawing available. I have preservation permit 4890054. 2. Knock out a load be…