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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.
3,332 recent building permits filed in Tennessee.
3,332 permits
To conduct new tenant build-out for SIXTH (6th) LEVEL of 1107 8TH AVE S (multi-family residential apartments). LEVEL 6 CONTAINS BUILDING UTILITY SPACE, AND 23 RESIDENTIAL UNITS. No…
To conduct new tenant build-out for FIRST (1st) LEVEL of 1107 8TH AVE S (multi-family residential apartments). LEVEL 1 CONTAINS PARKING GARAGE, BUILDING UTILITY SPACE, EXTERIOR AME…
To conduct new tenant build-out for SECOND (2nd) LEVEL of 1107 8TH AVE S (multi-family residential apartments). LEVEL 2 CONTAINS PARKING GARAGE, 2 LIVE/WORK UNITS, BUILDING UTILITY…
To conduct new tenant build-out for THIRD (3rd) LEVEL of 1107 8TH AVE S (multi-family residential apartments). LEVEL 3 CONTAINS COURTYARD AMENITY, INTERIOR AMENITY SPACE, BUILDING…
To conduct new tenant build-out for FOURTH (4th) LEVEL of 1107 8TH AVE S (multi-family residential apartments). LEVEL 4 CONTAINS BUILDING UTILITY SPACE, AND 23 RESIDENTIAL UNITS. N…
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To conduct new tenant build-out for FIFTH (5th) LEVEL of 1107 8TH AVE S (multi-family residential apartments). LEVEL 5 CONTAINS BUILDING UTILITY SPACE, AND 23 RESIDENTIAL UNITS. No…
To conduct new tenant build-out for SEVENTH (7th) LEVEL of 1107 8TH AVE S (multi-family residential apartments). LEVEL 7 CONTAINS BUILDING UTILITY SPACE, AND 23 RESIDENTIAL UNITS.…
Prior interior demolition under permit #2025099989. existing 1,308 sf commercial space is being reconfigured for an existing tenant (anton rx) for office space use. no exterior upg…
Interior renovation of existing tenant space. New non-structural walls, doors, casework and finishes. New electrical distribution and lighting. New interior and exterior HVAC equip…
To construct a 4 BR, 6 BA single family residence with 4459 SF of living space, 562 SF garage, and 331 SF of porches/decks. units detached. minimum required distance between struct…
Residential R-2 (Vacation Timeshare Property) to conduct general renovations to 24 units total in Buildings 12, to include some accessibility upgrades, new HVAC systems, bathroom c…
To demolish existing structures. RM40-A-NS Zoning. UDO Overlay. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish to revi…
To repair fire damage to existing single-family dwelling, interior renovation and new roof system, roofing, soffit and gutters, framing, insulation, drywall, plumbing, electrical,…
To install 40'x17' inground pool (656sf) to rear of existing residence. 15’ minimum side setback and 20’ minimum rear setback. Not to install over or obstruct any easements. As of…
To construct a 10' x 16' (160 sf) one story addition to the rear of the house were the deck was. will also add a 10' x 10' (100 sf) deck to the addition. minimum side setback is 5'…
To remove 4 maple trees in the furnishing zone located between the sidewalk and road, causing sight line and pedestrian issues. To be replaced with 4 2 caliper single stem serviceb…
To construct a 14' x 24' addition onto the side of existing single family home with bonus room and laundry room on the second floor and a carport below. minimum side setback is 10'…
To construct a 2-story addition to the rear of an existing single family dwelling including internal demolition and renovation. Not to add a second kitchen or a second dwelling uni…
Interior renovations for an existing bathroom and kitchen within an existing single-family dwelling. Not to add a second kitchen or dwelling unit. To be maintained as a single-fami…
to demolish existing residence. RS40 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demolition appli…