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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
Change of contractor for permit 2024076633. To construct addition to existing single family residence with 1519 SF of living space, and 357 SF of porches/decks. 15' min. side setba…
Installing a 15.5' x 30' inground fiberglass pool with automatic safety cover that meets pool barrier code. Removing 487sqft of existing paver patio. Installing new 575sqft new pat…
Removing old deck and replacing with a new, smaller, 14'x16' deck in the same place off the rear of existing single-family residence. 10’ minimum northside setback, and 5 on the op…
Interior renovation of existing nail salon for a new new salon for eyebrow threading (no change of use, no expansion of existing building footprint); renovating an existing space w…
To rework the existing attic space to be a new 2nd floor addition. R10 Zoning. remains single family residence. only one kitchen allowed in residence. no increase to building footp…
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To permit 10'x12' gazebo/covered patio (detached accessory structure) previously located to rear of existing single-family residence without a permit. 3' minimum side setback, 3' m…
to construct a single family residence with 3078 sf living area and 680 sf attached garage and entry area. SP Zoning. must comply with tree regulations one new two inch tree requir…
to construct a single family residence with 2858 sf living area and 816 sf attached garage/covered entry/covered patio areas. RS10 Zoning. critical lot. 20' min front s/b; 5' min s…
Replace/ repair interior rehab of existing home without changing the footprint of the home.
To construct a two-story single family dwelling with 2,858 sf conditioned space, 520 sf garage and 296 sf covered porch/patio. not to be constructed over or obstruct any easements.…
to construct detached garage with 400SF garage space and 542SF heated/cooled space. not to be used for living space or commercial purposes. ***PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO 2008-1263 of…
To construct an addition onto the front, side, and rear of existing single family home. new additions will include 421 sf of new heated and cooled space and 300 sf of screened porc…
to construct a single family residence with 2648 sf living area and 719 sf attached garage and covered entry area. RS10 Zoning. critical lot. 20' min front s/b; 5' min side s/b; 20…
Ashton Park lot 75 To construct a single family residence with 2375 SF of living space, 189 SF covered entry , and 547 SF for garage. Minimum front contextual setback is 20' ft., M…
To construct 14.4'x28.4' addition with 20'x28.4' covered porch addition off rear of existing single family residence (see plan). 5’ minimum side setback, 20’ minimum rear setback.…
To construct a 404 square foot screened-in porch and 76 square foot impervious area to the rear of existing single family home. minimum side setback is 5' ft. minimum rear setback…
Change of Contractor to permit #2026009068. No change of scope. Interior renovations to main floor and basement levels. remove and replace roof shingles, replace flashing, soffit,…
To construct an addition and remodel existing single family home by altering floorplan to remove interior walls and relocating hvac. will also be modifying some exterior windows. a…
Removing old 10'x14' deck and replacing it with a new deck in the same place and the same size to the rear of existing three bed three bath single family residence. PRE 1998 PUDR.…
To construct a 20' x 20' (400 sf) screened pavilion structure to the rear of existing single family home. minimum side setback is 5' ft. minimum rear setback is 10' ft. not to be c…