Chesapeake Building Permits & Property Data

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1,527 indexed permits · Chesapeake, Virginia.

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Chesapeake building permits — key stats
Newest permit 2026-09-19

PermitGrab tracks 1,527 building permits in Chesapeake, VA as of 2026-09-19.

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2026-09-21
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Permit data through 2026-09-19

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Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-08-07 Solar 1312 WANCHESE CT SOLAR - INSTALL (32) – DAVITT solar Solar PV
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1512 GRAY ROCK RD REPLACE HP & AH - JOHNSTON replacement HVAC replacement
2026-08-07 General Construction 1 LS WAY Temporary Workshop at LS Greenlink
2026-08-07 General Construction 4627 DRUM POINT LN WITHDRAWN -- FOUNDATION FOR FUTURE SHED 18X16 (AE FLOOD / CBPA) - BOGAN
2026-08-07 Electrical 148 WILSON DR STORAGE GARAGE - NEW 200 AMPS SERVICE 200A New installation
2026-08-07 General Construction 221 GERTRUDE ST LOT 71 PATRIOTS RIDGE PH 2 - NVR Lehigh Elev C SB-SL-1BRB-LB-LT-AS-FP-FFP-CRP-21
2026-08-07 Electrical 132 HALL DR 200 Amps Reconnect 200A
2026-08-07 Signage 561 CEDAR RD 3 19 SqFt Sign - Luxi Nails
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 811 LARKSPUR LN REPLACE HP & AH - SMITH replacement HVAC replacement
2026-08-07 Plumbing 1323 ORMER RD (1) FIXTURE
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1320 MACDONALD RD A APT A - INSTALL (1) HEAT PUMP AIR TO AIR heat pump New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1320 MACDONALD RD B UNIT B - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1320 MACDONALD RD C UNIT C - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1320 MACDONALD RD D UNIT D - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 Electrical 2500 RODGERS ST Oscar Smith Middle School MCCAULEY, JOHN JOSEPH JR
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1324 MACDONALD RD D UNIT D - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 Electrical 272 GERTRUDE ST PG38 - INSTALL NEW 200 AMP CIRCUIT 200A New installation
2026-08-07 Electrical 209 TINKER ST PG39 - INSTALL NEW 200 AMP SERVICE 200A New installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1324 MACDONALD RD E UNIT E - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1324 MACDONALD RD F UNIT F - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1324 MACDONALD RD G UNIT G - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1324 MACDONALD RD H UNIT H - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 General Construction 3714 CARLEY CT LOT 2 BALLAHACK ESTATES ×2
2026-08-07 General Construction 2201 EDWIN DR UNIT 87 RETREAT AT EDINBURGH - DR Horton Edinburgh Asheville Elev A SB-FL-CFP-21 D R HORTON INC
2026-08-07 General Construction 2203 EDWIN DR UNIT 88 RETREAT AT EDINBURGH - DR Horton Edinburgh Asheville Elev A SB-FL-CFP-21 D R HORTON INC
2026-08-07 Electrical 2449 JOHNSTOWN RD (1) 101-200 / GAEN & ATS - Shipley
2026-08-07 General Construction 2449 JOHNSTOWN RD (1) OUTLET
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1320 MACDONALD RD F UNIT F - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 General Construction 261 GERTRUDE ST GAS Permit for PG80
2026-08-07 General Construction 1639 ATLANTIC AVE Dog room
2026-08-07 General Construction 212 ELEY ST Residential Model - Permit Request residential
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 805 RISTON CT LYNCH
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 4317 GREENDELL RD Residential Mechanical Permit
2026-08-07 General Construction 316 RIVERVIEW RD 316 Riverview Rd - Building Permit
2026-08-07 General Construction 209 GERTRUDE ST ST GAS Permit for PG68
2026-08-07 General Construction 112 META ST porch
2026-08-07 General Construction 209 TINKER ST GAS Permit for PG39
2026-08-07 Plumbing 905 LANDING CREEK DR 905 LANDING CREEK DR, Chesapeake VA, 23323
2026-08-07 General Construction 2172 EDWIN DR DR Horton Edinburgh Asheville Elev A SB-FL-CFP-21
2026-08-07 Electrical 1512 GRAY ROCK RD Johnston 20A Circuit 20A
2026-08-07 Electrical 811 LARKSPUR LN Smith 15A circuit 15A
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1324 MACDONALD RD C UNIT C - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1324 MACDONALD RD B UNIT B - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1324 MACDONALD RD A UNIT A - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1320 MACDONALD RD H UNIT H - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1320 MACDONALD RD G UNIT G - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 3031 OLD MILL RD NEW HOME HVAC New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 HVAC/Mech 1320 MACDONALD RD E UNIT E - INSTALL HVAC & DUCTS New installation HVAC installation
2026-08-07 General Construction 1831 LAND OF PROMISE RD LOT 5 RESUBD ALPHONZA WHITE PROP - 1831 Land Of Promise Rd
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Permit Types in Chesapeake
Construction Activity in Chesapeake

New building permits in Chesapeake, Virginia show where construction activity is occurring. Filter the public records by trade, date, address, and project value to research active projects and property activity. Contractor names are available on some current records; contact coverage varies by filing.

About Chesapeake Building Permits

Chesapeake, Virginia processes building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 1527+ Chesapeake building permits — newest permit date: 2026-09-20 from official city sources.

Each record can show the project address, scope, permit type, and value where the city publishes them. The source-published contractor records do not meet the coverage threshold for this city. PermitGrab does not represent this as contractor-contact coverage. Where property-owner records are available, they are matched to permit addresses separately.

How to use Chesapeake permit data

Filter the current records by trade, date, address, or project value to research construction activity. The most useful workflow in this market is verifying the project signal first, then using the property data that is actually available for that address.

PermitGrab methodology · Page data current as of · Source: Chesapeake VA Building Permits (ArcGIS) and Building Permits via Accela Citizen Access.

Who appears in Chesapeake permit records?

PermitGrab indexes 1,527 building permits in Chesapeake. New records appear as they are available from the source.

How fresh is Chesapeake permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for Chesapeake is dated 2026-09-19. Newest permit date: 2026-09-20. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, and permit type, plus contractor name where the source publishes it. Use a recent published record for project research; it does not show bid availability or a request for service.

What construction appears in Chesapeake permit records?

Chesapeake permit activity covers 1,527 indexed permits. The records can cover new construction, residential renovations, mechanical/electrical/plumbing upgrades, roof replacements, demolitions, or tenant improvements. Their usefulness for a contractor or supplier depends on the published project details, timing, and service area.

How to look up Chesapeake building permits

Search recent Chesapeake, VA building permits by address, and permit type in the table above — pulled from the Chesapeake building department's public permit records. New filings appear here as they are published. Filter by trade or search an address to look up a specific permit. For this week's filing volume, see the Chesapeake Permit Pulse.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chesapeake Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Chesapeake?

PermitGrab currently tracks 1527 building permits in Chesapeake, Virginia. Data is pulled directly from the official municipal source on every collection cycle and includes permit number, address, permit type, status, estimated value, and contractor information where the source publishes it.

How fresh is the Chesapeake permit data?

PermitGrab checks the official source on each collection cycle. The source date and its observed update cadence are shown above, so you can judge the data’s recency before acting on it.

How can contractors find construction leads in Chesapeake?

Contractors can research Chesapeake activity by filtering current permits by trade, location, and project type. Some current permit records include contractor names; use those source-published names alongside the project details. Property information is shown only where public records can be matched.

What’s included in the 14-day trial?

The 14-day trial includes full Pro access to Chesapeake — CSV export, trade and value-tier filters, lead scoring, and violation cross-reference flags. Some current permit records include source-published contractor names; contact fields appear only where published or matched. Property information is available only where public records can be matched. Card required to start; cancel anytime before day 14.

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Chesapeake permit data, by use case

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

Home service companies
An addition or remodel can be useful project context for HVAC, plumbing, or warranty outreach. Review the project signal before outreach.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in Chesapeake provide project context for solar-market research. Filter by the current project signal and verify ownership separately.
Insurance agents
Chesapeake renovations can identify properties for a policy-review workflow. Confirm coverage needs independently before contacting a property owner.
Material suppliers & manufacturer reps
Choose a product-line research workflow, then use published job type, description, and value fields where available for territory and demand research. A permit is not a materials order, purchase signal, or open bid.
Developers & new construction
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