Pennsylvania Building Permits
13,367 recent building permits filed in Pennsylvania.
13,367 permits
Solar Panels and Structure - FOR THE INSTALLATION OF STRUCTURAL/FASTENING COMPONENTS OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR PHOTO VOLTAIC SYSTEM. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED...
New Construction - Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001755
Addition and/or Alteration - Rewire all of building new devices and install new 100 amp service complete for NEC 2017
Alterations - INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURE ROUGH-IN TO FINISH.
Addition and/or Alterations - EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations...
Alterations - REPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATERV DISTRIBUTION PIPE.
Addition and/or Alteration - For interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, an...
New Construction - FOR INSTALLATION OF A TWO-INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE, TWO-INCH BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS, HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS AND NFPA 13.
New Construction - FOR A NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A FOUR (4) STORY WOOD-FRAME SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE ON REINFORCED CONCRETE FOOTINGS/FOUNDATIONS WITH A WALKOUT DECK ON THE SECOND AND TOP FLOOR AND ONE (1)...
Addition and/or Alteration - Perform electrical upgrade and renovation of the existing imaging equipment room. Work includes modification and/or replacement of electrical panels as required, installat...
Alterations - REPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD.
Alterations - REPLACE 40 GAL GAS WATER HEATER.
Alterations - REPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD IF NEEDED.
New Construction or Additions - PEX AND PVC THROUGH OUT; Cast and Copper in commercial 12 WATER CLOSETS; 16 LAVS; 12 SHOWERS/TUB; 8 KITCHEN SINK; 4 WASHER BOXES; 14 FLOOR DRAINS; INTERIOR PLUMBING ONL...
Addition and/or Alteration - Replace 100 AMP service and panel Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace basement light fixtures
New Construction or Additions - Plumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2025-011601
New Construction or Additions - Plumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-011601
New Construction - Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001756
New Construction or Additions - Plumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2021-016375
Alterations - REPAIR/REPLACE CT, FAI & MD.
Pennsylvania has 13,108 building permits on file right now. In just the last 30 days, contractors filed 4,474 new permits across the state. That's solid construction activity if you know where to look. Philadelphia dominates the market with 11,017 permits, followed by Pittsburgh at 2,091. Most of the work breaks down into plumbing (3,355 permits), electrical (2,491 permits), renovation (2,389 permits), HVAC (1,541 permits), and other trades (1,778 permits). If you work in any of these areas, there's real demand happening. The contractors winning right now use permit data to find jobs before competitors do. When a permit gets filed, it means a property owner already committed to work. That's a qualified lead. Dig into Pennsylvania's permit database, filter by your trade and the cities you service, and contact property owners while the project is still fresh.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in Pennsylvania?
Search the Pennsylvania permit database by your trade (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roofing, etc.) and filter by the cities where you work. Each permit record shows the property address, owner contact info, and project type. Sort by filing date to find the newest permits. Focus on permits filed in the last 30 days since those represent active projects. Many contractors contact property owners within 48 hours of permit filing, before other bidders call.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most building permits?
Philadelphia leads by a wide margin with 11,017 permits on file. Pittsburgh is second with 2,091 permits. These two cities represent the bulk of construction activity in the state. If you service Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, you have access to the most opportunities. Smaller cities and suburban areas also have steady permit activity, so check your local market to identify secondary opportunities in your service area.
What types of permits are most common in Pennsylvania?
Plumbing is the most common permit type with 3,355 filings, followed by electrical with 2,491. Renovation permits total 2,389, HVAC comes in at 1,541, and other trades account for 1,778 permits. If you're a plumber or electrician, you're in high-demand categories. If you do HVAC, roofing, or general contracting, filter the database for those specific permit types to find jobs that match your services.