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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 2036SF single family residence with 172Sf porches. 5' min. side setback, 20' min. rear setback, front setback at ' per avg. unit 1 of 2. lot coverage is 1237SF of max…
To build an uncovered deck 22 ft wide and 15 ft deep, small corner connecting with the existing stoop. ~20 off the ground located to the rear of an existing single-family dwelling.…
****** HCP 2025092395******To construct a 5 BR, 5 BA single family residence with 5270 SF of living space and 792 SF of porches/decks. 5' min. side setback, 20' min. rear setback,…
To conduct interior renovations to existing residence with NO CHANGE to building footprint.
To conduct interior renovations for new tenant; LEGACY FIGHTERS CLUB (personal care services) karate/fitness studio. 800sf space. No change to exterior building/roof lines or footp…
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To conduct renovations to existing 6400sf building to bring to white box status. type iiib construction - non-sprinkled - minor exterior repairs, new electrical service and panel,…
To reface 1 tenant panel (only) on an existing wooden post ground sign for 503 Bloomhouse. No changes are to be made to the size, height, or location of the existing ground sign (p…
Carothers Farms lot 484 UDO// To construct a home of heated sqft: 1956, porch 328 sqft, garage 480, 2 story, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths not to be over any easements. **PURSUANT TO ORDIN…
No change of use. Interior remodel to accommodate new retail tenant. POC: Justin Crandall 615-915-8288
Minor exterior demolition and deck construction for outdoor seating/dining area. Demo interior and renovations for full service restaurant. To change the use from single-residentia…
To install of a 10' X 16' prefabricated accessory storage shed with shed floor on grass located to the rear of an existing single-family dwelling. Not to be constructed under or ob…
Restore property that was damaged by water. Property is currently demoed down to the studs in all areas except the upstairs ceiling. RS20 Zoning. remains single family residence. o…
To construct a single-family residence unit a, as part of a detached horizontal property regime (hpr). residence will contain 1712 sf of living space, 285 sf garage, and 170 sf of…
*****HCP 2025092403*******To construct a DADU to the rear of residence, with 677 SF of living space and 524 SF garage. 5' min. side setback, 20' min. rear setback, front setback at…
to demolish existing single family residence. not to be buried or burned on site.
To conduct interior renovations for existing tenant; ASURION (office). Scope per applicant: Existing tenant renovation of 1,629 SQ FT office space for Asurion Headquarters to creat…
to add gable on hop roof end with 32x48 vinyl casement window in attic space with reroof of other portion of roof. no change to footprint.
To conduct interior renovations for 333 COMMERCE (existing office building). 7th floor interior renovations of restrooms, elevator lobby and corridors only. No change in use. No ch…
to construct 2036SF single family residence with 172Sf porches. 5' min. side setback, 20' min. rear setback, front setback at 33.3' per avg. unit 1 of 2. lot coverage is 1237SF of…