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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 the existing single family home on property. Work per this permit must commence within thirty (30) days of issuance* and be completed sixty (60) days after commencement…
To remodel the master suite, remodel the staircase/add elevator, and do some cosmetic changes throughout the main floor.
To demolish existing residence and detached storage building. R10 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wi…
Interior renovations to existing sf dwelling, removing existing wood paneling and replacing with drywall. not to add a second kitchen or a second dwelling unit. no exterior work au…
Demolition of structure, slab and footings. IR Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demoli…
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Lot 173 address: 901 Orchid Square
Lot #170 Address: 907 Orchid Square
Change of use from fast food restaurant (Jack-In-The-Box) to full service restaurant (Starwood Pizzeria). Signage under separate permit. Zoned SP. POC: Makina McKissack 615.483.506…
to construct a single family residence with 2648 sf living area and 719 sf attached garage and covered entry. RS10 Zoning. critical lot. 20' mi front s/b; 5' mi side s/b; 20' min r…
to conduct renovations to existing business to expand into adjacent space. no change to footprint. bb poc john barnett
To erect 1 non-illuminated, 24sqft, wall sign for La La Links. Wall sign not to exceed 15% of the façade per the CS Base Zoning District. No electrical work to be done. POC: Barbar…
To reface 3 existing wall signs & to reface 3D sign cabinet on an existing pylon sign for Burger A La Smash. No changes are to be made to the size, height, or location of any of th…
to demolish existing residence. R20 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 applic…
To remove the existing carport & construct a 488 sq. ft. office addition onto the existing single family residence (see plan). Structure to be roughly 20'-0 x 23'-0 . We plan to re…
Lot 172 Address: 903 Orchid Square
to demolish existing residence and detached storage building. RS40 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not w…
To construct a single family residence with 3240 SF of living space, 167 SF covered entry , and 522 SF for garage. Minimum front contextual setback is 40' ft., Minimum rear setback…
To construct a 24' circular swimming pool to the rear of existing single family home. Minimum side setback is 3' ft. Minimum rear setback is 10' ft. Not to be constructed over any…
To construct a single-family residence unit b, as part of a detached horizontal property regime (hpr). residence will contain 4645 sf of living space, 362 sf of porches and/or deck…
To construct single family residence with 4817 SF of living area, 1858 SF of Garage, 123 SF covered entry and 871 SF Lana. 35.76' min front setback, 5’ min side setback, and a 20’…