Texas Building Permits
11,556 recent building permits filed in Texas.
11,556 permits
Fabrication and installation of a new internally illuminated channel letter sign for Prosper Center. Sign to be installed on the south side of the building
Replace sewer yard line from house connection to City tap.
Express: Remove existing siding to entire home and discard. Install new James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding
Express: interior non structural remodel: See attached Project Narrative.
New Irrigation Installation
ePlan: Residential Expedited Review - New construction of a 2-Story Single Family Res. [4bed 4.5bath] with Attached Carport. Bldg 2
Interior Non-Structural Demo REF: 2026-029240 PR
Express: Remove and replace siding windows (like for like) and doors (like for like)
Replace sewer yard line from house connection to City tap.
SMART HOUSING - A new construction SMART Housing building project with 60 residential dwelling units (Bldg. 1.3)
ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - Interior Remodel of Existing Space (798 SF)
New Irrigation Installation
Replacement of an existing water heater rheem 40 gallon natural gas tank water heater change out 2954 Sussex Gardens Lane Austin TX 78748
HB2334- Install outside underground water/wastewater lines for new construction of Commercial Building
Install double sided internally illuminated monument sign reading WINDSOR ON THE LAKE
Express: Tub to shower conversion in the master bedroom only.
Express: Replace tub to shower; replace valve with new shower valve
New Irrigation Installation
Total demo of SFR 1048 sq ft circa 1962 ***The building shall not be demolished until after the contractor has fulfilled the neighbor notification requirements outlined in Steps 5 & 6 of the Demolitio...
Reroute main building sewer line from back of home to city tap on property line at front corner of home.
Texas has 11,556 active building permits in our database right now, with 3,833 new permits filed in just the last 30 days. That's steady work coming through the pipeline. Austin leads the state in permit volume, making it the best hunting ground for new leads. Electrical work dominates the permit types we're tracking, with 3,480 permits on file. Plumbing follows close behind at 3,183, and HVAC sits at 2,079. If you're a roofer, electrician, plumber, or HVAC contractor, there's material here to find qualified jobs. General contractors can source subcontractor opportunities across all trades. Permit data works because it shows you real construction activity before competitors hear about it through informal channels. When you search our database, you're looking at jobs that have already cleared the approval stage and are ready to move forward. That's the difference between chasing rumors and targeting confirmed work.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in Texas?
Start with permit data. Every new construction project requires permits before work begins, which means permit filings are your earliest indicator of upcoming jobs. Search our database by trade type, city, and filing date to see what's been approved recently. A contractor searching for electrical leads would filter for electrical permits filed in the last 30 days, then contact the property owner or general contractor listed on the permit. This gives you a 30 to 90-day head start before the job gets posted on bid boards or social media.
Which cities in Texas have the most building permits?
Austin is the most active market in our database with 11,556 permits on file. This reflects the city's continued growth and construction activity across residential and commercial sectors. When targeting leads in Texas, Austin should be your primary focus. However, permit activity varies by season and economic conditions, so checking our database monthly helps you track where activity is shifting. Some months you might see upticks in suburban areas as developers start new phases of larger projects.
What types of permits are most common in Texas?
Electrical permits lead at 3,480 on file, followed by plumbing at 3,183 and HVAC at 2,079. New construction permits account for 999 filings. For electricians, the volume is there. Plumbers have solid opportunity. HVAC contractors should have consistent leads, especially on larger projects that include mechanical systems. If you work one of these trades, permit data gives you a clearer picture of where the actual work is happening rather than waiting for word of mouth or hoping jobs come through your existing networks.