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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 conduct interior renovations for existing tenant; KROGER STORE U520 (retail). To include existing Deli and Bakery prep areas, relocation of existing fixtures and cases. No chang…
Interior renovations for the addition of new kitchen equipment in newly expanded Robert's Western World; addition of new bar mill-work. and addition of new walls. POC: Vlad Gaydama…
To construct a 24ft x 30ft detached garage/barn, to be placed in the rear of the primary structure. Not to be used as a living quarter, sleeping quarters, nor any commercial activi…
To construct 21'x25' 1-story addition (528sf) off rear of existing 1-story single-family residence (1,399sf). To include interior renovations/new floor plan within existing residen…
Br 212 sp// to construct a townhome of 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths heated sq ft: 2156 sq ft and garage sq ft 492 not to be over any easements. must be constructed per approved sp. the ho…
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to conduct renovations to existing employee restrooms. no change to footprint.
To construct a new shotcrete swimming pool to the rear of existing single family home. Minimum side setback is 3' ft. minimum rear setback is 3' ft. Not to be constructed over any…
To install new roof, siding gutters and paint on Bldg 15. No expansion of building footprint or change to existing roofline.. POC: Luis Mora 615.927.6236
NEW 5 BEDROOM 3 BATHROOM SFD ON CRAWL FOUNDATION MEASURING 2,541 SF WITH A GARAGE OF 400 SF, FRONT PORCH OF 35 SF AND REAR DECK OF 140 SF. MINIMUM REQUIRED SETBACKS: 20' FRONT, 15'…
to conduct renovations to 32,500SF of building for equinox personal fitness studio including cafe area. no change to footprint. MIP 3RD PARTY PLANS REVIEWby Kyle (Rick) Melson, SFM…
To construct a shed/ mini workshop in back yard of property. 16' wide 10' deep and 16' tall. Maintain 3' setback from property line. Install 60 amp sub panel to power internal and…
to conduct renovations to public restrooms to match renovations to governors and presidential ballroom renovations. no change to footprint.
to install a 16 x 42 in ground swimming pool to the rear of residence to comply with IRC codes and State of Tennessee pool alarm laws copy of pool alarm purchase attached to this a…
to demolish existing residence and detached storage building. RS7.5 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. separate permit required for new construction. see attached email from NDOT dat…
Br 210 sp// to construct a townhome of 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths heated sq ft: 2156 and garage sq ft 492 not to be over any easements. must be constructed per approved sp. the holder o…
to demolish existing car wash building. CL Zoning. not to be burned on lot. slab to remain. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish to r…
to construct a 15 x 33 patio cover to the rear of existing four bed two bath residence. remains single family residence. PUDR Overlay. for every 50' site frontage, a 24 x 36 d/f si…
Rebuild front porch to original condition. no change to footprint. front porch not to be enclosed. home is to remain single family. the holder of this permit hereby certifies that…
To remove existing 24' x 24' carport damaged by ice storm and replace with new detached carport 24' x 20' located to the rear of an existing single-family dwelling. not to be const…
To construct 13'x10' addition off the rear of existing single-family residence. 5’ minimum side setback, 20’ minimum rear setback. No second kitchen, to remain single family reside…