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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
**Structure is existing from sale, permit needed to be pulled per inspector** Garage Shop 50'x28'x18' (1400SF) Minimum rear setback is approved as built BZA Case 2026-058 (20260018…
Interior alteration and kitchen remodel involving reconfiguration of existing interior spaces, including the attached garage (ABG) and open porch (OPR), within the existing footpri…
In request for tenant improvement building permit, the project consists of a tenant build-out of an existing retail shell space on the ground level to include a new accessible rest…
In request for tenant improvement building permit, the project consists of an interior build-out of level 2 to provide three (3) spec suites and finishes for the tenant corridor as…
To place shipping container on property for use as a storage shed. Storage container is 8' X 40' ft. Minimum side and rear setbacks are 10' ft. Not to be placed on any easements. .…
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To demolish the existing residence at 821 Davidson Dr. R40 zoning.
To remove the existing 4' deep front porch and replace with a new 6' ft deep x 10' ft wide porch. minimum front setback is 43.6' ft. front porch not to exceed 6' ft in depth from t…
To demolish existing sunroom and covered located to the rear of an existing single-family dwelling and re-construct sunroom, covered rear deck and damaged roof resulting from falle…
To rehab existing single family dwelling no change to footprint.
To erect 2 non-illuminated “painted” wall signs & 4 sets of window/door vinyl for D1 Training. Neither painted wall sign to exceed 15% of the tenant’s façade, no more than 2 buildi…
Remove and replace damaged 2x4's. Remove and replace damaged trim and siding. Remove and replace 60 SF (total) of concrete walkway on floors 2, 3, and 4. Zoned SP, RPUD POC: Annett…
Remove and replace damaged 2x4's. Remove and replace damaged trim and siding. Remove and replace 60 SF (total) of concrete walkway on floors 2, 3, and 4. Zoned SP, RPUD POC: Annett…
demo of east side of concession stand of Vanderbilt university.
To construct 1,850sf single family residence to include 400 sf garage. 45 sf front porch no deck. minimum: 20 min street/front contextual setback; 5’ side setback(s); and, 20’ rear…
To demolish the existing residence at 917 Davidson Dr. RS40 zoning.
Construct an 12ft x 32ft carport to existing concrete to be placed in the rear of the primary structure. Not to be used as a living quarter, sleeping quarters, nor any commercial a…
To construct a 20ft x 40ft Pole Barn, to be placed in the rear of the primary structure. Not to be used as a living quarter, sleeping quarters, nor any commercial activities. The r…
To construct a new single-family residence with 5751 SF of living space, and 532 SF of porches and/or decks. Setbacks per MHZC permit # T2024095238. Must conform to all easements o…
To construct a 12' x 25' covered deck addition located to the rear of an existing single-family dwelling. minimum 10' side and 20' rear setbacks. not to be constructed over or obst…
To install a 8x30 in ground accessory swimming pool to the rear of the residence to comply with IRC codes and state of TN pool alarm laws. See attached on contract showing pool pur…