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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 new tenant; JERSEY MIKE'S SUBS (restaurant). No change in use, 2019078375. No change to exterior building/roof lines or footprint. DTC/MDHA
Roofing, soffit, facia, and siding repairs to detached garage. no change to existing building footprint. the holder of this permit hereby certifies that all construction and demoli…
To remodel living room in existing single family residence, no change to existing building footprint. home is to remain single family. the holder of this permit hereby certifies th…
to demolish existing residence. R15 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…
Replacement of all roofing materials including: Underlayment, asphalt shingles, EDPM, low slope tapered foam, roof boots, gutters, flashings, 5 skylights. Spot repairs to rotten fa…
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Remove existing uncovered deck and construct new uncovered deck off rear of existing residence. deck runs 38' along house and extends 10' off of house. deck is 5 ft high. composite…
To erect 1 non-illuminated, 14.2sqft, wall sign for The Glam Studio. Wall sign not to exceed 15% of the tenant’s façade. No electrical work to be done. POC: Michelle Serrada, miche…
To renovate existing primary bath, add 2nd batch, relocate stove, replace door and flooring paint and replace existing covered and posted front porch, replacing the stoop, roof and…
Minor demolition within the existing single-family dwelling to convert existing single-car garage into living space, kitchen, dining room and bedroom renovations and to construct a…
***** over 25,000,llc must have contractor ***** Interior rehab, 1st floor -New full bathroom, and basement- two bedrooms, relocated bath.
Disable the existing EPDM roof membrane and leave in place, remove existing wall flashings, penetration flashings, perimeter trims, and gutter system. Mechanically attach (1) layer…
Interior renovations to existing tenant space adding 8ft x 20ft x 3ft pallet rack standard pallet typical 4066 lb l-beam load waterfall mesh deck. No expansion of existing building…
The project is a 700 SF finish upgrade to the 3rd floor American Airlines Admirals Lounge located on the 3rd floor Concourse C at BNA. The upgrades include replacing existing millw…
to demolish existing residence. RS40 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 appli…
NO MEP install of a 10 x 14 prefabricated accessory storage shed with shed floor on grass, to be placed in the rear side of the primary structure. Not to be used as a living quarte…
To construct a 24ft x 40ft detached covered gazebo, to be placed in the rear of the primary structure. Not to be used as a living quarter, sleeping quarters, nor any commercial act…
Basement renovation to make better use of downstairs. Will include bedroom, small bathroom, and sink. Intended use is for personal recreation and storm shelter. All work will be do…
Disable the existing EPDM roof membrane and leave in place, remove existing wall flashings, penetration flashings, perimeter trims, and gutter system. Mechanically attach (1) layer…
To locate prefabricated non-residential building on site, CONTROL HOUSE for ROGERS GROUP, REOSTONE ASPHALT PLANT. To be used as control house in support of plant. See CAUO-T2025071…
to conduct interior renovations to create new bathroom. no change to footprint. to remain single family.