A starting point for permit research across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Find city and county records, including building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, demolition and other permit types where published.
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Source directory and searchable member records are different. This directory links official public sources. Our collected records, full search and downloads require a paid membership; one example is available publicly. Each source covers its named jurisdiction; it does not cover the whole state. Some sources require manual search, and some publish older reports. See the U.S. records already connected to member search.
Socrata GET sample and distinct type query verified. Fields permit_number, address, type, use_class, work_type, structure, status, application_date, finaled_date, square_footage; more fields may be absent on some rows. Pending, finaled and other statuses coexist, so date/status filters required. City of Norfolk coverage only. Separate right-of-way permit dataset exists.
Source checked 2026-10-09 · Coverage limited to the named jurisdiction
Official API checked October 9, 2026. Includes permit number, issued date, street address, type, permit kind, contractor and end date. Current status is not published. Hauling and right-of-way permit scope does not establish available trucking work. Norfolk city only.
Source checked 2026-10-09 · Coverage limited to the named jurisdiction
64 checked source entries. This is a growing directory, not an exhaustive list of every U.S. permit authority. Public access, available fields and reporting periods vary. A source may require its own account or search steps. A public record does not confirm available work or permission to send marketing.
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