Washington DC Building Permits & Contractor Leads

9,150 indexed permits · 4,725 active contractors · Washington DC, District of Columbia.

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2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 1469 RIDGE PL SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020
Owner: LAU··· 🔒
Mechanical trade Permit GUILLERMO BARRAL
2026-06-16 Plumbing 701 8TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: JEM··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS JEMALS PORTRAIT BUILDING LLC
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1546 ALABAMA AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
Owner: DIS··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING…
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 5035 NORTH CAPITOL ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: LAU··· 🔒
Mechanical trade Permit GUILLERMO BARRAL
2026-06-16 Plumbing 617 KENYON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010
Owner: INI··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS INITIUM NOVUM LLC
2026-06-16 Plumbing 701 8TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: JEM··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS JEMALS PORTRAIT BUILDING LLC
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1133 SUMNER RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020
Owner: DC ··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS DC HOUSING AUTHORITY
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 1546 ALABAMA AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
Owner: DIS··· 🔒
MECHANICAL DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING…
2026-06-16 General Construction 4938 1ST ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: FIT··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL FITCH, PAUL D
2026-06-16 General Construction 1055 29TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007
Owner: GEO··· 🔒
Continue construction of the Four Seasons Private Residences. GREG SCHNEIDER
2026-06-16 Fence 4825 8TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 Private residence wooden fence planned to build by family. HOLT, TWANA D
2026-06-16 Plumbing 721 TUCKERMAN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: HUS··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS HUSBAND AND WIFE LLC
2026-06-16 General Construction 3057 Q ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007
Owner: PAS··· 🔒
CFA / H INTERIOR RENOVATION OF EXISTING SFD. NEW KITCHEN /INSTALL WOOD BEAM / RE… JAMES KILLETTE
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1233 20TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Owner: JEM··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS JEMAL'S LION L.L.C.
2026-06-16 General Construction 2007 BENNING RD NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: COO··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL COOK, RAPHAEL
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 4640 CATHEDRAL AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016
Owner: LIL··· 🔒
Replace existing failing pool in rear yard behind single-family detached dwellin… DAVID LANDSMAN
2026-06-16 Plumbing 5456 B ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019
Owner: DEV··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS DEVILLE, BONITA A
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1546 ALABAMA AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
Owner: DIS··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING…
2026-06-16 General Construction 3525 ORDWAY ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016
Owner: CLA··· 🔒
Historic District Work includes one new concrete retaining wall at patio in rear… EMILY OLDHAM
2026-06-16 General Construction 1931 HAMLIN ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018
Owner: FER··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL FERRELL, LINDA LEE
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1303 MONTELLO AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: FRE··· 🔒
PLUMBING FRENCH, LILLIE M
2026-06-16 General Construction 1621 T ST NW 307, WASHINGTON, DC 20009
Owner: GRE··· 🔒
Cottage Foods GREATHOUSE, ADAM J
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 824 EMERSON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: HAN··· 🔒
MECHANICAL HANNAH COLE-CHU
2026-06-16 General Construction 1236 NEAL ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: HER··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL HERSKOWITZ, SYLVAN
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 405 HOWARD PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20059
Owner: HOW··· 🔒
MECHANICAL HOWARD UNIVERSITY (LAND ONLY)
2026-06-16 General Construction 2606 PLATT CT NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: CHE··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL CHESTNUT, KESI C
2026-06-16 General Construction 4001 NEBRASKA AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016
Owner: NAT··· 🔒
Install power circuits for (2) deicing systems for (2) existing satellite Dishes CHRIS WING
2026-06-16 Windows/Doors 328 CONSTITUTION AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: BUL··· 🔒
In the Capitol Hill Historic District REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING WINDOWS WITH 1/1 A… JAMES KILLETTE
2026-06-16 General Construction 3347 CROFFUT PL SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019
Owner: JAR··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL JARRETT, THELMA
2026-06-16 General Construction 4248 FOOTE ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019
Owner: JOH··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL - GENERAL JEANNE S JOHNSON
2026-06-16 Plumbing 2125 LEROY PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008
Owner: COL··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS COLLOPY, ROBERT
2026-06-16 Plumbing 949 1ST ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003
Owner: CON··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS CONGRESSIONAL SQUARE OWNER LLC
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1912 CALVERT ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009
Owner: DAR··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS DARLING, JAMES C
2026-06-16 General Construction 501 C ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: DIS··· 🔒
Capital Pride Festival TENTS 20 10x10 14 10x20 3 10x30 4 10x40 4 10x50 8 20x20 1… CANDICE WILLIAMS
2026-06-16 General Construction 1700 M ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Owner: CES··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL CESC 1150 17TH STREET LLC
2026-06-16 General Construction 901 H ST NE APT 304, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 EXPEDITED ANNA KELMA
2026-06-16 General Construction 1830 H ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: DEV··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL DEVLIN, SARA M
2026-06-16 General Construction 515 D ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: DIS··· 🔒
AFTER HOURS PERMIT TO WORK MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 5:00 AM UNTIL 7:00 AM AT 5… DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
2026-06-16 General Construction 8 HANOVER PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: KEL··· 🔒
BUILDING DOMINIC DIPIETRO
2026-06-16 Plumbing 4539 SOUTH DAKOTA AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Owner: DUA··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS DUARTE, STEVE
2026-06-16 Demolition 1415 TUCKERMAN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: 141··· 🔒
Demolish non structural partitions and garage doors per provided plans. ERIC GRONNING
2026-06-16 Structural 3800 HARRISON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015
Owner: HAR··· 🔒
Revision to Permit B2502506 for structural framing. FAUSTINO BARRIOS; ALBERT HOPPER
2026-06-16 Plumbing 7721 14TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012
Owner: DUN··· 🔒
Plumbing trade Permit CHRISTOPHER HARTMAN
2026-06-16 General Construction 3503 ALBEMARLE ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008
Owner: FOX··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL FOXHALL REAL ESTATE LLC
2026-06-16 Plumbing 6605 3RD ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012
Owner: CAR··· 🔒
PLUMBING CARTY-TOLENTINO, KEVIN
2026-06-16 Plumbing 645 INGRAHAM ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: GRA··· 🔒
PLUMBING GRAHAM, NINA
2026-06-16 General Construction 740 HOWARD RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020
Owner: BD ··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL BD PARCEL 5 LLC
2026-06-16 Windows/Doors 1661 NEWTON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010
Owner: MEH··· 🔒
HISTORIC DISTRICT Replace windows GUS MEHRDAD
2026-06-16 Plumbing 4101 18TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: HEI··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS HEINTZELMAN, EVA M
2026-06-16 Roofing 1820 IRVING ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018
Owner: 182··· 🔒
In the Mount Pleasant Historic District 1. Excavation & Waterproofing Excavate a… BRUNOCLAY MANAGEMENT
2026-06-16 Plumbing 405 HOWARD PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20059
Owner: HOW··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS HOWARD UNIVERSITY (LAND ONLY)
2026-06-16 General Construction 1915 16TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009
Owner: 191··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL 1915 16TH STREET CORPORATION…
2026-06-16 General Construction 5200 AMES ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019
Owner: OMI··· 🔒
Electrical Trade Permit BRANDON SHORES
2026-06-16 Windows/Doors 1643 11TH PL NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: TEW··· 🔒
Convert two existing Basement Windows to Egress Windows w/Wells at Rear of Home. CHARLES LEVINE
2026-06-16 General Construction 2403 ELVANS RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 PERMIT
2026-06-16 General Construction 55 M ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003
Owner: 55M··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL 55M DC OWNER LLC
2026-06-16 General Construction 740 HOWARD RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020
Owner: BD ··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL BD PARCEL 5 LLC
2026-06-16 General Construction 6618 13TH PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012
Owner: IRA··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL IRANPUR, VILRUZA P
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1008 4TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 Plumbing trade Permit CHRISTOPHER HARTMAN
2026-06-16 General Construction 1500 SOUTH CAPITOL ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003
Owner: DIS··· 🔒
Electrical Trade Permit BRIAN COLSON
2026-06-16 General Construction 1355 H ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: 135··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL 1355 H ST NE
2026-06-16 General Construction 308 L ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 PERMIT
2026-06-16 Pool/Spa 901 NEW YORK AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: BP/··· 🔒
NO STRUCTURAL WORK* Interior renovation of existing office space on 3rd floor. N… ALYSSA NOLAN
2026-06-16 General Construction 300 M ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: 300··· 🔒
Tenant fit out for Unwind salon therapy use B Business as a first time tenant in… CHRISTOPHER PAUL COWIE
2026-06-16 General Construction 1221 RANDOLPH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Owner: MCK··· 🔒
Electrical Trade Permit BRANDON SHORES
2026-06-16 Plumbing 3108 17TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018
Owner: CON··· 🔒
PLUMBING CONCORD BAPTIST CHURCH
2026-06-16 General Construction 1847 14TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009
Owner: 184··· 🔒
Capital Pride Parade TENTS 4 10x10 2 10x20 1 20x20 STAGES 1 8x16 1 12x12 BLEACHE… CANDICE WILLIAMS
2026-06-16 General Construction 1700 17TH ST NW 201, WASHINGTON, DC 20009
Owner: RIC··· 🔒
Capital Pride Block Party TENTS 5 10x10 2 10x20 2 10x30 STAGES 1 12x12 riser 1 1… CANDICE WILLIAMS
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 1800 M ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Owner: 180··· 🔒
MECHANICAL 1800 M PROPERTY OWNER LLC
2026-06-16 Plumbing 2109 10TH ST NW 102, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: AGA··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS AGA, TAMATANE J
2026-06-16 General Construction 3828 1ST ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
Owner: GOR··· 🔒
BUILDING ARIELLE GORMES
2026-06-16 General Construction 1729 WISCONSIN AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007
Owner: ABU··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL ABUNAIPOKE LLC
2026-06-16 General Construction 1421 22ND ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20037
Owner: 213··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL 2130 P STREET ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
2026-06-16 General Construction 2405 ELVANS RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 PERMIT
2026-06-16 Plumbing 4900 PUERTO RICO AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017
Owner: CAP··· 🔒
PLUMBING CAPITAL AREA FOOD BANK INC
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 5456 B ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019
Owner: DEV··· 🔒
MECHANICAL DEVILLE, BONITA A
2026-06-16 Pool/Spa 999 NORTH CAPITOL ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: US ··· 🔒
Interior renovation of level 1 (~4,500 SF) and level 2 (~27,000 SF) to serve as … DFM PERMITS
2026-06-16 General Construction 702 VALLEY AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
Owner: UNI··· 🔒
AFTERHOURS PERMIT TO WORK ON THE DC GOVERNMENT OWNER SOUTHEAST TENNIS AND LEARNI… DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 4220 50TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016
Owner: ADG··· 🔒
MECHANICAL ADG 50TH STREET LLC
2026-06-16 General Construction 3869 CANAL ROAD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20057
Owner: PRE··· 🔒
This after hours permit is for the continuation of work at the CSO-029 construct… ARSHIYA KHOKHER
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1776 SYCAMORE ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012
Owner: AEB··· 🔒
Interior demolition and renovation of existing single-family residence. Work inc… AEB DEVELOPMENT LLC
2026-06-16 General Construction 443 NEWCOMB ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
Owner: JAC··· 🔒
Minor renovation of the basement, transformation to a recreational room, and mod… AMANUEL GHEBREMESKEL
2026-06-16 Fire Protection 3300 6TH ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
Owner: RAN··· 🔒
REPLACE THE FAULTY EXISTING FIRE ALARM PANEL WITH A NEW PANEL BILL A SAUNDERS
2026-06-16 General Construction 1327 U ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020
Owner: MOO··· 🔒
Electrical Trade Permit BRANDON SHORES
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 319 ELM ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: 112··· 🔒
MECHANICAL 1122 NEAL LLC
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 1011 T ST NW B, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: EYT··· 🔒
MECHANICAL EYTAN, TED A
2026-06-16 General Construction 2918 CORTLAND PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008
Owner: ROU··· 🔒
In the Commission of Fine Arts jurisdiction area Cosmetic repair/replacement for… BLANCA R FLORES
2026-06-16 General Construction 2407 ELVANS RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 PERMIT
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1704 16TH ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020
Owner: CON··· 🔒
Plumbing trade Permit CHRISTOPHER HARTMAN
2026-06-16 General Construction 1703 32ND ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 PERMIT
2026-06-16 General Construction 1620 L ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Owner: 162··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL 1620 L STREET DC OWNER LLC
2026-06-16 General Construction 2407 1/2 ELVANS RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 PERMIT
2026-06-16 Plumbing 1516 NEAL ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: BRA··· 🔒
PLUMBING BRADSHAW, RYAN
2026-06-16 General Construction 3828 1ST ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
Owner: GOR··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL GORMES, ARIELLE M
2026-06-16 General Construction 1737 LYMAN PL NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: AND··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL ANDERSON, AARON R
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 2109 10TH ST NW 102, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: AGA··· 🔒
MECHANICAL AGA, TAMATANE J
2026-06-16 General Construction 1333 EUCLID ST NW PH-3, WASHINGTON, DC 20009
Owner: CHR··· 🔒
repoint small retaining wall around planters, repair drainage system behind thos… ALAN KINNEY
2026-06-16 General Construction 2022 1ST ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: CLA··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL CLAREMONT MANAGEMENT LLC
2026-06-16 General Construction 1500 SOUTH CAPITOL ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003
Owner: DIS··· 🔒
Electrical Trade Permit BRIAN COLSON
2026-06-16 HVAC/Mech 701 8TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: JEM··· 🔒
MECHANICAL JEMALS PORTRAIT BUILDING LLC
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Top Contractors

Most active contractors by permit volume — last 90 days of activity shown in parentheses. Contact info is being verified — check back soon or subscribe to unlock full contacts.

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1. MARGO RICKS 🔥 169 permits/30d Active 277 (277) Electrical - Verifying…
2. NA NA; BRYCE CARRINGTON 🔥 82 permits/30d Active 211 (211) Plumbing - Verifying…
3. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING… 🔥 74 permits/30d Active 141 (141) Electrical - Verifying…
4. MARCOS ARREDONDO TORRES 🔥 44 permits/30d Active 91 (91) Electrical - Verifying…
5. NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY 🔥 35 permits/30d Active 74 (74) HVAC - Verifying…
6. CHRISTOPHER HARTMAN 🔥 25 permits/30d Active 65 (65) Plumbing - Verifying…
7. DOMINIC DIPIETRO 🔥 34 permits/30d Active 64 (64) - Verifying…
8. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 🔥 29 permits/30d Active 62 (62) Electrical - Verifying…
9. DFM PERMITS 🔥 44 permits/30d Active 59 (59) New Construction - Verifying…
10. NULL NULL; JOHN WILLIAMS 🔥 46 permits/30d Active 56 (56) Solar - Verifying…
11. MCMILLAN ASSOCIATES LLC 🔥 14 permits/30d Active 53 (53) Electrical - Verifying…
12. NA NA; MARGO RICKS 🔥 22 permits/30d Active 46 (46) Roofing - Verifying…
13. NICK HAYES 🔥 16 permits/30d Active 45 (45) HVAC - 🔒 Reveal
14. STEVEN G STAHL 🔥 15 permits/30d Active 44 (44) Electrical - Verifying…
15. WILL NELSON 🔥 20 permits/30d Active 43 (43) Plumbing - Verifying…
16. SAM HOLLEN 🔥 19 permits/30d Active 41 (41) Interior Renovation - Verifying…
17. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 🔥 14 permits/30d Active 40 (40) Electrical - 🔒 Reveal
18. NULL NULL; RAQUEL FLORES 🔥 24 permits/30d Active 37 (37) Plumbing - Verifying…
19. NULL NULL; MICHELLE CLANCY 🔥 13 permits/30d Active 33 (33) Landscaping & Exterior - Verifying…
20. BRANDON SHORES 🔥 12 permits/30d Active 33 (33) Electrical - Verifying…
21. MATTHEW YOUNG 🔥 12 permits/30d Active 32 (32) Roofing - Verifying…
22. NULL NULL; GERARDO PEREZ 🔥 16 permits/30d Active 29 (29) Roofing - Verifying…
23. NULL NULL; MORGAN MALONE 9 permits/30d Active 28 (28) Solar - Verifying…
24. INSPECTOR STEVENS 🔥 13 permits/30d Active 26 (26) HVAC - Verifying…
25. MANNING SAVAGE 🔥 13 permits/30d Active 25 (25) Plumbing - Verifying…

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Construction Activity in Washington DC

New building permits in Washington DC, District of Columbia 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 Washington DC Building Permits

Washington DC, District of Columbia processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 9150+ Washington DC building permits — updated daily from official city sources.

Every new construction project in Washington DC 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 Washington DC.

How Contractors Use Washington DC Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in Washington DC 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 Washington DC 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.

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Who pulled permits in Washington DC this week?

The most active contractors filing in Washington DC right now include MARGO RICKS, NA NA; BRYCE CARRINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING…, MARCOS ARREDONDO TORRES and NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY. PermitGrab tracks 4,725 active contractors across the metro, with new filings indexed on every refresh.

How fresh is Washington DC permit data?

Updated daily. 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 Washington DC right now?

In the last 30 days, Washington DC permitting activity covers 4,235 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington DC Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Washington DC?

PermitGrab currently tracks 9150 building permits in Washington DC, District of Columbia. 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 Washington DC permit data?

PermitGrab collects Washington DC on every daemon cycle. Its municipal source is currently updated daily, so new permits appear here within 1–3 days of the source publishing them. The count above reflects the complete current record from that source.

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Real estate investors
Code violations in Washington DC = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Every Washington DC GC who pulled a permit this week is sourcing labor and materials right now. Phone numbers included.
Home service companies
A Washington DC 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 Washington DC are the highest-intent solar lead signals. Owner-occupant filter built in.
Insurance agents
Washington DC renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
Material suppliers
Lumber, drywall, roofing, fixtures — every Washington DC permit is a parts list. Build a route by job type and value tier.
Developers & new construction
Ground-up builds in Washington DC 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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