Pennsylvania Building Permits
13,367 recent building permits filed in Pennsylvania.
13,367 permits
New construction, addition, GFA change - For the erection of an attached structure that includes a full cellar with egress, and roof deck with a pilot house. Size and location per plan.
New construction, addition, GFA change - FOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE ABOVE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLANS.
New construction, addition, GFA change - FOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE ABOVE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLANS.
New construction, addition, GFA change - FOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR DECK ON AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS.
Alterations - REPLACE 40 GALLON GAS WATER HEATER.
Alterations - REPLACE 40 GALLON WATER HEATER.
Addition and/or Alteration - FOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR YARD DECK ADDITION TO AN EXISTING DETACHED BUILDING. DETAILS AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLAN.
New Construction - INSTALL SEVICE EQUIPMENT , FIRE PUMP, ELEVATOR, HOUSE PANEL, WIRE THROUGHOUT. INSTALL OUTLETS, SWITCHES, LIGHT FIXTURES, SMOKE ALARMS,EMERGENCY LIGHTS, EXIT SIGNS, RECEPTACLES AND G...
Alterations - REPLACE 40 GALLON GAS WATER HEATER.
Sign - FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGN **SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK**
Addition and/or Alteration - FOR THE REMOVAL A REAR ONE-STORY PORTION AND ERECTION OF A REAR YARD DECK TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN.
Alterations - Relocating 1 toilet & 1 lav sink, installing 1 new toilet & 1 new lav sink with
Addition and/or Alterations - EZ KITCHEN FIRE SUPPRESSION- For the installation of New Wet Chemical Kitchen Fire Suppression System as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require su...
Sign - FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN (SIGN A1, A2, & A3) AND REPLACEMENT OF ONE (1) EXISTING FREE-STANDING SIGN. AS PER PLANS. *****SEPARATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT ******
Alterations - NEW FIXTURES WITH PIPING FOR A NEW SHOWER, WATER, CLOSET, AND LAVATORY. ALL WORK TO BE PERFORMED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND EZ PLUMBING STANDARD.
Alterations - replace hot water heater
Alterations - Installation of two 3pc bathroom and one 2pc bathroom, kitchen, laundry
Addition and/or Alteration - Rewire of home as per 2020 NEC code including switches, receptacles and fixtures.
Addition and/or Alteration - Install wiring, receptacle outlets, lighting fixtures, and lighting control systems throughout the space. Provide electrical power for HVAC and kitchen equipment, includin...
Addition and/or Alteration - Kitchen rewire . 6 outlets and 4 gfci, 3 - 20 amp circuits,6 - 6ich recessed lights.
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.