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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 construct a new single-family residence, as part of a detached Horizontal Property Regime (HPR). Home will have 2497 SF of living space, 398 SF garage, and 153 SF porches/decks.…
Interior renovation of an existing Sunbelt Rentals facility, and site improvements. Modernize office, showroom, restroom, and service bay areas with new layouts, finishes, mechanic…
to build out condo unit 305 with 494SF of living space. no change to footprint.
To renovate existing single family home. work will include removing and replacing, toilets, sinks, and drywall. no change to existing building footprint. home is to remain single f…
To demolish existing residence. RS40 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2026 indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demolition appli…
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to build out condo unit 102 with 494SF of living space. no change to footprint.
USE AND OCCUPANCY ONLY, no construction per applicant. For new tenant, THE MASON JAR (bar, restaurant). No change to exterior building/roof lines or footprint. OV-COM, SCC.
To replace, repair or construct 30'x11.9' covered screened deck addition off the rear of existing single-family residence. Setbacks, and height will be set by the historical commis…
rehab for construction office. POC Greg Bright gbright@crescentcommunities.com 931-808-0888
Demolition of the majority of the existing structure. The back right corner of the home will remain. RS40 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 1…
to build out condo unit 301 with 494SF of living space. no change to footprint.
to demolish existing residence. RS5 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2026 indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demolition applic…
To construct a 648 SF pool to the rear of residence. RS40 zoning. 10 foot utility easement on rear property line according to plat.
To remove and replace existing deck. new deck will be 19' x 12' (228 sf). minimum side setback is 5' ft. minimum rear setback is 10' ft. not to be constructed over any easements. t…
to build out condo unit 104 with 2695SF of living space. no change to footprint.
to build out condo unit 304 with 494SF of living space. no change to footprint.
To construct a 5 BR, 8 BA single family residence with 6095 SF of living space, 567 SF garage, and 753 SF of porches/decks. Minimum front contextual setback is 57.81 ft., Minimum s…
To add a 60' long by 20' deep rear shed roof (lean-to) open on three sides for hay storage. Eave height is 10'. Zoning AR2A. Plans Attached. POC John Rankin (615) 584-4140. Rear se…
Interior demolition of the existing Belmont maintenance structure. Removal of hardscapes and landscaping.
to build out condo unit 307 with 494SF of living space. no change to footprint.