Cedar Rapids Building Permits & Property Data

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2,239 indexed permits · 25,061 property owners · Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

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Cedar Rapids building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 2,037
Newest permit 2026-08-04

PermitGrab tracks 2,239 building permits in Cedar Rapids, IA as of 2026-08-04, with 25,061 property-owner records matched to permit addresses. Permits updated daily.

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2,239
Indexed Permits
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Active Contractors
25,061
Property Owners
Contractor of record withheld by this jurisdiction Cedar Rapids's permit office does not publish contractor names. Permit detail, project valuation, and property-owner records are shown below.
2026-08-04
Last Updated
Updated today · live from city records
Cedar Rapids had 595 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 190 hvac, 105 electrical and 80 plumbing.

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2,239 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-07-23 HVAC/Mech 1215 28TH ST SE Cedar Rapids IA 52403 Install basement gutter and sump pump in SFD. Please contact building services f…
2026-07-23 Electrical 2837 OTIS RD SE Cedar Rapids IA 52403 Outside service 200/100, house panel in basement, outlets in basement, replace w…
2026-07-23 HVAC/Mech 1324 30TH ST SE Cedar Rapids IA 52403 Install 112 ft of gutter and add a sump pump in SFD. Please contact building ser…
2026-07-23 Electrical 6205 LOCUST RD SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 UPGRADE SERVICE TO 400AMP SINGLE PHASE & ADDING(2) - 50AMP RECEPTACLES FOR PORTA…
2026-07-23 Electrical 8732 YEAGER LN NE Cedar Rapids IA 52302 Build 14' x 18' patio cover at SFD. PLEASE CONTACT BUILDING SERVICES FOR FOOTING…
2026-07-23 Electrical 508 3RD AVE SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 REMOVE/REPLACE 16 WINDOWS IN EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING "3RD AVENUE BARBER & S…
2026-07-22 General Construction 3825 F AVE NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 CONSTRUCTION OF GARAGE ADDITION 20'X26' - PLEASE CALL FOR FOOTING, FRAMING, AND …
2026-07-22 General Construction 610 BRODERICK DR NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 Resurface existing deck - using existing footings and framing on rear of CONDO. …
2026-07-22 Plumbing 1937 PARK AVE SE Cedar Rapids IA 52403 TRENCHLESS SEWER PIPE BURSTING MATERIAL: HDPE SDR: 17 DIAMETER: 4" ESTIMATED LEN…
2026-07-22 Electrical 3801 1ST AVE SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 Outside service panel an Inside house panel.
2026-07-22 Electrical 1713 7TH AVE SE Cedar Rapids IA 52403 New 100 amp replacement service for existing detached garage 3 new circuits
2026-07-22 Plumbing 8125 6TH ST SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 61,446 S.F. PEMB COMMERCIAL BUILDING "380 COMMERCE BUILDIN…
2026-07-22 Roofing 7307 IDLEDALE RD NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 REMOVE OLD DECK AND CONSTRUCT NEW 12'X14' DECK - BUILD FOR FUTURE ROOF LOAD - PL…
2026-07-22 HVAC/Mech 2501 FALCON DR NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 AC replacement in SFD. Please contact building services for final inspection by …
2026-07-22 HVAC/Mech 1721 APPLEWOOD PL NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 AC replacement in CONDO unit D Please contact building services for final inspec…
2026-07-22 Electrical 5106 WINDY MEADOW CIR NE Cedar Rapids IA 52411 Minor Wiring
2026-07-22 Electrical 1312 22ND AVE SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 Gutting living room and bedroom, removing the ceiling and everything down to the…
2026-07-22 General Construction 644 35TH ST NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 REMOVE EXISTING WOOD PART OF GARAGE DOWN TO THE FOUNDATION AND POUR A CURB ON TO…
2026-07-22 General Construction 6312 CASEY LN NE Cedar Rapids IA 52411 CONVERT EXISTING COVERED DECK TO A 14' X 16' 3-SEASONS ROOM ON HOUSE. PLEASE CAL…
2026-07-22 General Construction 2313 FRUITLAND BLVD SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 Redo covered porch into a 14'x14' screen room
2026-07-22 Electrical 1008 35TH ST NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 Service for a garage
2026-07-22 Electrical 2704 D AVE NW Cedar Rapids IA 52405 200 Amp overhead duplex service upgrade
2026-07-22 Fence 130 26TH STREET DR SE Cedar Rapids IA 52403 install 45Lf of 6' vinyl privacy fence PROPERTY OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR IDENTIF…
2026-07-22 Fence 3740 OLD ORCHARD RD NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 Installing fence PROPERTY OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR IDENTIFYING THEIR PROPERTY LI…
2026-07-22 Windows/Doors 1000 SUMMIT AVE SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 Replace all windows on main floor of home - same style, size, location. 11 total…
2026-07-22 Plumbing 1205 SUMMIT AVE SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 slab on grade sfd w/2 bed, 2 bath SFH with basement and 2 stall garage.
2026-07-22 Windows/Doors 1000 SUMMIT AVE SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 Remove existing siding and replace with 8sq vinyl siding on detached garage. Rem…
2026-07-22 Structural 5434 SEMINOLE VALLEY TRL NE Cedar Rapids IA 52411 Construction of a new 1,572 sq. ft. SFD 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, with a 946 sq. ft. f…
2026-07-22 Plumbing 403 8TH AVE SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 Replacing gas line IN SFD
2026-07-22 General Construction 4540 F AVE NW Cedar Rapids IA 52405 RESIDE GARAGE
2026-07-22 Plumbing 4605 33RD AVE SW CEDAR RAPIDS IA 52404 INSTALL NEW SEWER
2026-07-22 Plumbing 4601 33RD AVE SW CEDAR RAPIDS IA 52404 INSTALL NEW SEWER
2026-07-22 Plumbing 4605 33rd AVE SW cedar rapids IA 52404 CONSTRUCT A NEW 1,998 SQ. FT. 2-UNIT FAMILY DWELLING. UNIT 4605 - 2 STALL GARAGE…
2026-07-22 Solar 1910 MAPLE VIEW CT SE Cedar Rapids IA 52403 INSTALL ROOF MOUNTED SOLAR ARRAY ON HOUSE.
2026-07-22 Plumbing 1635 LINMAR DR NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 INSTALL NEW SEWER FOR ISAAC NEWTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
2026-07-22 Electrical 3419 WESTDALE DR SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 INTERIOR FINISH OF 3,292 S.F. IN COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR SUITE 100 (NOT INCLUDE …
2026-07-22 Windows/Doors 2446 MALLORY ST SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 Remove and replace 2 windows, no change to structure, size, or existing openings…
2026-07-21 Windows/Doors 810 27TH ST NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 Replace & Install 1 Garage Entry Door, same size, same style & location
2026-07-21 HVAC/Mech 1928 B AVE NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 Replace & Install 3 Windows, same size, same style & location in SFD
2026-07-21 HVAC/Mech 2039 HOLLY MEADOW AVE SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 ***HVAC adding some return and a couple supply runs*** basement finish
2026-07-21 Electrical 5020 ERIN CT NE Cedar Rapids IA 52411 pull meter an we install duct sealant on the pipe going Into the house panel
2026-07-21 HVAC/Mech 405 STONEY CREEK RD NW Cedar Rapids IA 52405 AC replacement in SFD. PLEASE CONTACT BUILDING SERVICES FOR FINAL INSPECTIONS BY…
2026-07-21 Fence 1318 PRAIRIE ROSE DR SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 89' of 4' tall black chain link fence PROPERTY OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR IDENTIFY…
2026-07-21 Electrical 5825 DRY CREEK LN NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 Bath remodel
2026-07-21 HVAC/Mech 2600 MATTHEW DR SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 Replace & Install 1 Window (Home Office), same size, same style & location in SF…
2026-07-21 Electrical 2705 SOUTHLAND ST SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 INSTALL A 200 AMP, METER DISCONNECT COMBO ON OUTSIDE AND A SQUARE D ELECTRICAL P…
2026-07-21 Electrical 1824 16TH AVE SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 Melted fuse box- Emergency replacement. Install new panel, conduit to meter, upd…
2026-07-21 HVAC/Mech 1010 BELMONT PKWY NW Cedar Rapids IA 52405 HVAC Changeout (AC and Furnace) in SFD. Please contact building services for fin…
2026-07-21 Plumbing 1031 25TH ST NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402 PLUMBING ROUGH IN FOR REMODEL NEW WATER SUPPLY, SEWER AND VENT PIPING
2026-07-21 Electrical 2448 DEBORAH DR SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 Repair damaged overhead electrical service as necessary
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Permit Types in Cedar Rapids
Construction Activity in Cedar Rapids

New building permits in Cedar Rapids, Iowa indicate upcoming construction projects. Contractors can identify subcontracting opportunities by monitoring recently issued permits for residential renovations, commercial buildouts, and new construction. Early outreach to permit holders often results in higher close rates before projects go to competitive bid.

About Cedar Rapids Building Permits

Cedar Rapids, Iowa processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 2239+ Cedar Rapids building permits — updated daily from official city sources.

Every new construction project in Cedar Rapids requires a building permit before work can begin. These public records include the project address, scope of work, estimated cost, and often the general contractor's name — making them valuable leads for subcontractors looking for new projects in Cedar Rapids.

How Contractors Use Cedar Rapids Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in Cedar Rapids use building permit data to find projects before they hit traditional lead services. When a new commercial buildout or residential renovation permit is filed, it signals upcoming work that needs subcontractors.

Instead of competing for shared leads on HomeAdvisor or Angi, contractors who monitor Cedar Rapids building permits can reach out to general contractors the day a permit is issued — before anyone else calls. This first-mover advantage leads to higher close rates and better project selection.

PermitGrab sends daily email alerts filtered by trade, so Cedar Rapids electrical contractors only see electrical permits, HVAC contractors only see mechanical permits, and so on.

Reviewed by Marcus Reeves · Page data current as of · Sources: official Cedar Rapids open data portal.

Who pulled permits in Cedar Rapids this week?

PermitGrab indexes 2,239 building permits in Cedar Rapids, with new filings from the city's permit feed on every refresh. Each permit is matched against 25,061 property-owner records for direct outreach.

How fresh is Cedar Rapids permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for Cedar Rapids is dated 2026-08-04. Updated daily • newest record from 19h ago. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, contractor name (where the source publishes it), and permit type, so a fresh row means a fresh lead.

What construction is happening in Cedar Rapids right now?

In the last 30 days, Cedar Rapids permitting activity covers 595 new building permits. The mix spans new construction, residential renovations, mechanical/electrical/plumbing upgrades, roof replacements, demolitions, and tenant improvements — every record is a buying signal for a different contractor or supplier persona.

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The motivated-seller list

Code violations matched to property owners. An owner facing a citation is the warmest restoration, repair, or wholesale-offer lead there is — and no marketplace sells this list.

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How to look up Cedar Rapids building permits

Search recent Cedar Rapids, IA building permits by address, contractor, and permit type in the table above — pulled from the Cedar Rapids building department's public permit records and updated as new filings post. Filter by trade or search an address to look up a specific permit. For this week's filing volume and the most active contractors, see the Cedar Rapids Permit Pulse.

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Who’s Building in Cedar Rapids?

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Property Address Owner Owner Intel Source
150 THOMPSON DR SE APT 320 CEDAR RAPIDS IA HER*** County assessor
3009 HARVEST HILL RD SW CEDAR RAPIDS IA GBA*** County assessor
1514 J ST SW CEDAR RAPIDS IA GSP*** County assessor
1700 BOYSON RD NE CEDAR RAPIDS IA SAN*** County assessor
2003 MEMORIAL DR SE CEDAR RAPIDS IA HIN*** County assessor

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Rapids Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Cedar Rapids?

PermitGrab currently tracks 2239 building permits in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Data is pulled directly from the official municipal open-data source on every collection cycle and includes permit number, address, permit type, contractor, status, and estimated value where available.

How fresh is the Cedar Rapids permit data?

PermitGrab collects Cedar Rapids daily. New permits appear here within 1–3 days of the municipal source publishing them. The count above reflects the complete current record from that source.

How can contractors find construction leads in Cedar Rapids?

Contractors find leads in Cedar Rapids by filtering PermitGrab by trade and ZIP code, then contacting the permit applicant (owner or general contractor) directly. Pro subscribers get verified phone numbers and can set up saved-search email alerts so new matches land in their inbox the same day they’re filed.

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Who buys this data?

Cedar Rapids permit & owner data, by use case

Same data, different angle. Pick the playbook that matches what you sell.

Real estate investors
Code violations in Cedar Rapids = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Every Cedar Rapids GC who pulled a permit this week is sourcing labor and materials right now. Phone numbers included.
Home service companies
A Cedar Rapids addition or remodel signals an HVAC, plumbing, or warranty upsell window. Reach owners while the project is fresh.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in Cedar Rapids are the highest-intent solar lead signals. Owner-occupant filter built in.
Insurance agents
Cedar Rapids renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
Material suppliers
Lumber, drywall, roofing, fixtures — every Cedar Rapids permit is a parts list. Build a route by job type and value tier.
Developers & new construction
Ground-up builds in Cedar Rapids mean a long runway of subcontractor and material orders. Sort new-construction permits by project value and reach the GC before the trades are locked.
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