Texas Building Permits
11,556 recent building permits filed in Texas.
11,556 permits
Interior shell finish out for a ramen restaurant.
New construction in-ground pool.
New pool and spa
Installation of fence to surround EV charging fleet site.
New 2 story SFR 3 bed 2.5 bath and attached garage
New detached accessory structure with half both and covered patio
Total Demo of SFR 2190 sqft circa 1946
New pool & spa for duplex use heated/autofill with plumbing permit
Temp Power loop ref.2025-163010 BP
New single family residence
Interior and Exterior renovations to a quadplex apartment building and accessory shed. Built in 1927 so opening for Historic Review.
ePlan Review: Office Remodel ¿ 2nd Floor Suite 200
Install D/F illuminated cabinet blade sign on East elevation
*SMART Housing* *Green Building* New 2-story 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom rowhouse with covered front porch.
New construction of pool and spa. 1 for 1 replacement of existing pool.
VJ2116 DIVE BAR BLADE Sign
Replace sewer yard line from house connection to City tap.
New Irrigation Installation
Total demo of shed 322 SqFt circa 1955
Construct new driveway approach of 17 FT. No sidewalk inspection per plan review.
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.