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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 24' X 28' (672 sq ft) detached accessory garage. Located to the side of an existing single-family dwelling constructed under permit #2024036622. Minimum 10' street (…
To erect 1 non-illuminated, 72sqft, wall sign & to reface tenant panel(s) on an existing multitenant monument sign for MetroKraft Interiors. Wall sign not to exceed 15% of the tena…
New rafters over part of roof on the east elevation.
To conduct renovations to 66882SF of new tenant space for rivian service center. no change to footprint.
Adding new cabinetry, adding 4 new sinks, adding washer and dryer hook-ups, pant walls. POC: Tanner Trout 615.670.6307
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To erect/replace 2 non-illuminated wall signs for MetroKraft Interiors. Size of both wall signs are to be 88sqft each. Neither wall sign not to exceed 15% of the façade (per origin…
To build a detached accessary dwelling unit.***03-12-2026 Restrictive Covenant for Accessory Dwelling Structure 202603120019781**KL
To construct a new single-family residence with 3249 SF of living space, 632 SF garage, and 398 SF of porches and/or decks. Minimum: contextual setback; 5’ side setback(s); and, 20…
to demolish existing residence and detached storage building. RS5 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 2024 indicating that NDOT does not wi…
Gym restroom renovations and installation of a new sauna ZONED SP. POC: Stewart Dorn (615) 336-1195
To compelte 100% of the remaining scope of work issued to 2021068982. original scope reads to construct single family residence with 5248 sqft of living area … …896 sqft of attache…
Tenant build-out of existing shell space on a pad site. includes commercial kitchen, restrooms, a dining room, and leasing office zoned sp. poc: stewart dorn (615) 336-1195
t demolish home and sheds. RS15 Zoning. not to be burned on lot. see attached email from NDOT indicating that NDOT does not wish to review demolition applications. for every 50' si…
To construct a 19' x 10' (190 sf) addition of living space onto the rear of existing single family home. minimum side setback is 5' ft. minimum rear setback is 20' ft. not to be co…
Addition of restrooms, wellness room and furniture. No change of use. No expansion of building footprint. POC: Kelli Straub 631-398-1232
to demolish existing residence and detached storage building. R6 base Zoning. not to be burned on lot. MHZC must review application. see attached email from NDOT dated June 13, 202…
To construct an inground gunite pool to the rear of existing single family residence. Minimum side setback is 3' ft. Minimum rear setback is 10' ft. Not to be constructed over any…
To construct single family residence with 3713 SF of living area, 109 SF of covered front porch, 135 SF of Patio, 39 SF of covered rear porch and 601 SF of garage. 30' min front se…
To construct a second story addition to existing duplex right side (7449 george gaines rd). new 2nd story addition will include 800 sf of living space and a 256 sf front balcony. m…