Texas Building Permits
11,556 recent building permits filed in Texas.
11,556 permits
Express: replace window like for like.
new construction & addition - garage conversion into bedroom on first floor with an addition of an office space above the existing garage
Addition - Addition to Mater Bed/Bathroom - Interior remodel - New rear Deck(Please note this deck is to be constructed out of TIMBERTECH VINTAGE remove existing driveway apron ADVANCED PVC CLASS A
3 Gas Line 1250 L.F. 3 Coupling Mega Press 90 Mega Press 3 Ball Valve Misc Fittings @ Meter Gauge 4x4 Blocks
Replacement of an existing water heater Replace 50-gallon Gas Water Heater Located in Garage Closet
ePlan: Residential Expedited Review - New THREE UNIT RES. Bldg 2A New construction of a 3-Story Duplex [2bed 2.5bath] with attached Carport
Plumbing for New Construction of SFR in the ETJ 1797 sq ft
Plumbing for New Construction of SFR in the ETJ 1487 sq ft
Construct new driveway approach of 47 FT Site Plan Exemption- 2025 153535 DA
Install a permanent standby generator with a service-rated switch
Replaceing water service line to the house and hot and cold water piping under the house as well as replacing the exterior 40 gal gas water heater.
Construction of a new 1270 sq ft outdoor amenity pool for Blueridge Multifamily (Pool B - building #11 amenity) (Pool B - Secondary Pool)
7 day - interior alteration of existing office space
New Construction of Pflugerville ISD Building in ETJ
Replacement of main electrical panel not upgrading the meter (panel only) existing service has 2 ground rods & a cold water bond
7 DAY interior remodel of existing office space
Replace 56 ft of sewer yard line from house connection to City tap.
irrigation for lawn
Relocation of detached Garage apartment 500 sqft circa 1946 Outside the city
Replacement of an existing water heater Install new water heater in Unit #1003.
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.