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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 new multi-family residential building. 3 story, 8,787 sf. 36 unit apartment building. Must comply with 17.16.030.F. Adaptive Residential Development, 17.12.020.C. CS (…
to replace roof for existing building. no change to footprint.
USE AND OCCUPANCY ONLY, no construction included in this permit per applicant. For existing tenant, SMOKE NERDS, vape store (beer and tobacco market). No change to exterior buildin…
To convert unfinished basement into conditioned space. Not to exp[and existing building footprint, not toa add a second kitchen or a second dwelling unit. To be maintained as a sin…
to conduct renovations to stall one steel crossover platform in existing warehouse. no change to footprint.
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Rehab permit to include foundation work. No expansion to the footprint. This permit is not permitting any exterior wall work.
To establish and operate a food truck on-site for the preparation and sale of food as part of a commercial food service.
to construct 2153SF single family dwelling with 399SF garage and 227Sf porch. not to be over any easements.
Cosmetic updates and establishing use and occupancy for every direction vintage retail.
To demolish existing residential structures in preparation for redevelopment. Work per this permit must commence within thirty (30) days of issuance* and be completed sixty (60) da…
To conduct interior renovations to BRYAN BUILDING for existing tenant; VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY. To include interior demolition and renovate existing restrooms and building finishes.…
Close in existing porch, creating new foyer area. New gable roof line. Remove living room ceiling, creating vaulted ceiling. Remodel two bathrooms. Side setback are 10ft , rear set…
to construct 1882SF single family dwelling with 404SF garage and 128Sf porch. not to be over any easements.
To demolish existing home on lot. Work per this permit must commence within thirty (30) days of issuance* and be completed sixty (60) days after commencement. This permit expires n…
To construct a 24' circular above ground pool to the rear of existing single family home. Minimum side setback is 10' ft. Minimum rear setback is 10' ft. Not to be constructed over…
To construct a 24' x 14' (336 sf) covered deck to the rear of existing single family home. setbacks per mhzc permit #2025056764. not to be constructed over any easements. home is t…
To convert existing duplex into single-family residence by partially removing dividing wall between units, combining upstairs bathrooms into one master bathroom, adding new full ba…
To demolish the existing single family home on lot slab and footings to be removed. Work per this permit must commence within thirty (30) days of issuance* and be completed sixty (…
to construct 1697SF single family dwelling with 390SF garage and 140Sf porch. not to be over any easements.