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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
To conduct interior demolition only. Scope of work per applicant: Interior demolishing of wall coverings, removal of non load bearing framing, all acoustical ceiling systems and al…
Interior renovation of existing bonus room to add an interior wall and closet to create a 4th bedroom. add an exterior window. no expansion of existing building footprint. no chang…
to replace roof for existing building. no change to footprint.
To construct a 264 SF detached Pergola, to be placed in the rear of the primary structure. Not to be used as a living quarter, sleeping quarters, nor any commercial activities. The…
to construct 2153SF single family dwelling with 399SF garage and 227Sf porch. not to be over any easements.
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to construct 1882SF single family dwelling with 404SF garage and 128Sf porch. not to be over any easements.
to construct 1697SF single family dwelling with 390SF garage and 140Sf porch. not to be over any easements.
To construct a new single-family residence with 1525 SF of living space. Minimum: 30.4’ street/front contextual setback; 5’ side setback(s); and, 20’ rear setback. Shall not exceed…
To construct new multi-family residential building. 3 story, 8,787 sf. 36 unit apartment building. Must comply with 17.16.030.F. Adaptive Residential Development, 17.12.020.C. CS (…
Renovate existing roofline to add upstairs bonus addition of 1969 sq ft. The roofline system will be replaced on existing roof. Front setback is 130 ft as per plat, rear setback is…
to construct a single family residence with 5710 sf living area and 490 sf attached garage with five bed and five baths. RS20 Zoning. 55.25' min front s/b; 10' min side s/b; 20' mi…
To convert existing duplex into single-family residence by partially removing dividing wall between units, combining upstairs bathrooms into one master bathroom, adding new full ba…
Cosmetic updates and establishing use and occupancy for every direction vintage retail.
to construct 1868SF single family dwelling with 404SF garage and 128Sf porch. not to be over any easements.
To demolish existing residential structures in preparation for redevelopment. Work per this permit must commence within thirty (30) days of issuance* and be completed sixty (60) da…
To establish and operate a food truck on-site for the preparation and sale of food as part of a commercial food service.
to conduct renovations to stall one steel crossover platform in existing warehouse. no change to footprint.
To erect 8 non-illuminated, “Vehicular” wayfinding (directional) ground signs & to erect 10 non-illuminated “Pedestrian” wayfinding (directional) ground signs for Nashville Fairgro…
To convert unfinished basement into conditioned space. Not to exp[and existing building footprint, not toa add a second kitchen or a second dwelling unit. To be maintained as a sin…
Rehab permit to include foundation work. No expansion to the footprint. This permit is not permitting any exterior wall work.