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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 demolish existing residence and detached storage building. Rs20 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not w…
Modify the existing deck by removing some of the railing and adding 5 steps with metal handrails. Install a new detached 14'x20' wooden pergola on the new concrete patio. Not to be…
to conduct rehab to 38,996SF of existing building for data processing hall and support infrastructure. no change to footprint. Third Party Review by Rick “Kyle” Melson SFMO #130956…
Interior renovations only and to establish a Retail Market use, no prior retail use established prior to Sept 19, 2025 (Effective date of Ord #BL2025-908). Not to be a Beer and Cig…
To construct 6'x20' addition off the rear of existing single-family residence. 10’ minimum side setback, 20’ minimum rear setback. No second kitchen, to remain single family reside…
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To conduct interior renovations for new tenant; OLD HICKORY COFFEE (Restaurant, Take Out). Build-out coffee shop with ping pong area. No change to exterior building/roof lines or f…
To construct a new Detached accessory dwelling unit to the rear of single family home (DADU), with 668 SF of living space, and 668 SF garage. Minimum: 3’ side setback(s); and, 3’ r…
Demolition of the existing 65,000sf Smart Buys Furniture Store at he Rivergate Mall down to slab leaving slabs and footers in place. SP and PUDC Overlays. not to be burned on lot.…
Change of contractor permit to complete 10% of remaining scope of work from the original permit #2024008599, which scope reads, to construct single-family residence contains two fl…
Laundry Room: • Demo existing wall • Demo doorway to closet • Frame new walls for laundry room • Plumb for grey box • Move electrical for dryer location • Install new lighting fixt…
Mip will be 3rd party reviewing this project, poc amanda tupper. in request for a tenant finish out permit, the project consists of an interior tenant improvement within an existin…
To conduct renovations to newly created 37,723 SF tenant space for Burlington retail store. The demising wall to create separate tenant spaces is included in the scope of permit fo…
Adding driveway and front porch awnings to both front doors. hcp2025096428 - mhzc overlay. the holder of this permit hereby certifies that all construction and demolition waste wil…
Interior upgrades to open house up and do refinished need electrical plumbing and mechanical. All work will be done without changing the footprint of the home.
To convert an existing 5' x 5.5' storage area in the basement of the residence to a half-bathroom. to install a new sump pump, basin, and two water lines for the sink and toilet. a…
To reface 1 existing wall sign, to erect 1 non-illuminated wall sign, to add door/window vinyl, & to replace 1 awning structure + signage for Carrier Enterprise. No Building sign t…
Interior renovations, constructing living space on second floor and addition to rear of four bed three bath residence. The sides and front setbacks will remain the same only additi…
To construct 2-story unit of proposed horizontal property line regime duplex with 5,086sf of living area, 758sf of attached garage area and 557sf of porch/deck area. Having 5 bedro…
To construct a new office accessory for established Used Car Sales use. POC: Orlando Brady 931.624.0632
To erect/replace 1 non-illuminated, 13sqft, wall sign & to reface an existing retaining wall sign for Pet Resorts of America. Wall sign not to exceed 15% of the façade. No changes…