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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 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…
Installation of a 56’ x 23’-6” temporary membership sales office trailer for a future fitness club, and construction of accessibility ramp. Associated with Permit Application #T202…
To conduct general renovations for new tenant; NASHVILLE WHISKEY HOUSE (bar, restaurant). Suite 128. No change to exterior building/roof lines or footprint. SP, OV-HPR.
Construction of a new **30'-0 x 13'-0 ** exterior wood deck attached to an existing single-family residence, including a covered shed-style roof structure. The deck will be built w…
remodeling existing kitchen, living room and front bedroom. We will need electrical and plumbing permits
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To conduct interior renovations for existing tenant; DRAKE MOTEL (hotel/motel). Building 1. To include build-out for on-site food preparation and dining area serving motel guests.…
to construct 450SF 2nd floor addition and conduct renovations to existing portion of dwelling. no change to footprint, to remain single family. no 2nd kitchen. MUST COMPLY WITH HCN…
To construct an uncovered deck and spiral staircase to the rooftop on the 3rd floor.. No change in floorplans, or height elevation. Parapet walls or rails system shall not be over…
To construct single family residential townhome unit with 1557 sq ft of living area, 413 sq ft garage area and 44 sq ft porch/deck areas. See Master Permit CACP-2024048694. Must co…
To construct a single-family residence unit a, as part of a detached horizontal property regime (hpr). residence will contain 4 bedrooms, 3 bath, 2336 sf of living space, and 168 s…
To construct an 20'x20' attached garage addition off the rear/side of existing single-family residence. 20’ minimum rear setback, 10’ minimum side setback on eastside, and 5 on the…
Construction of a new 13'-0 x 17'-0 (221 SF) covered patio attached to an existing single-family residence, consisting of a wood-framed gable roof structure supported by posts anch…
Replace existed rotten deck with new 12'x20' second story deck to the rear of residence. No stairs, no cover. three bed three bath residence. RS15 Zoning. 10' min side s/b; 20' min…
Interior remodel with new kitchen, bathrooms, floors, update electric and plumbing. no changes to exterior. no changes to windows and doors. no change to building footprint. no cha…
To conduct roofing renovations only for existing tenant; MAGGIANO (restaurant). No change in use. No change to exterior building/roof lines or footprint.
New 4 bedroom 3.5 bathroom sfd on slad foundation measuring 2,589 sf with a garage of 422 sf, front porch of 131 sf and rear covered porch of 120 sf. minimum. required setbacks: 20…
To construct a 2-story, 4 bedroom, 4 1/2 baths single-family dwelling with 3,054 sq ft conditioned space and 266 sq ft covered porch/deck. not to be constructed over or obstruct an…
Covered Deck\screen room To construct 10'x7' covered deck, and 4ftx14ft screen room addition off the rear of existing single-family residence. 5’ minimum side setback, 20’ minimum…
To construct a two-story a detached single-family dwelling four bed four bath with roof top deck with 3,559 sq ft conditioned space, 507 sq ft garage, 486 sq ft covered porches and…
Four Unit Townhome Building. Unit #021. 2109 SQFT of living space, 414 SF garage, and 174 SF porches and decks. Master Permit T2023016993. SP ZONING