Washington DC Building Permits & Contractor Leads

9,539 indexed permits · 4,785 active contractors · Washington DC, District of Columbia.

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Washington DC had 3932 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 1076 electrical, 1075 plumbing and 629 hvac.

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LOUIS COPELAND
2026-04-17
📍 3704 ALTON PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016
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2026-04-18 HVAC/Mech 3215 MOUNT PLEASANT ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010 MECHANICAL 3215 MOUNT VERNON ST NW
2026-04-18 General Construction 6628 EASTERN AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012
Owner: STO··· 🔒
BUILDING LONGBEN DAVID GUYIT
2026-04-18 Plumbing 4602 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 PLUMBING AND GAS TAYLOR, JANET C
2026-04-18 General Construction 2812 GAINESVILLE ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 ELECTRICAL 2812 GAINESVILLE ST SE LLC
2026-04-18 General Construction 615 KENNEDY ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: PAC··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL PACIFIC RBLF REO LLC
2026-04-17 Windows/Doors 1307 12TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 Historic REPAIR & REPLACE THE BELOW ITEMS IN THE E.M.R***Replace the elevator ma… SAMUEL HARBAGE
2026-04-17 General Construction 2911 RHODE ISLAND AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018 Electrical Trade Permit PAUL ZINS
2026-04-17 General Construction 1776 I ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20006
Owner: 177··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL 1776 EYE SPE LLC
2026-04-17 Plumbing 1274 OATES ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 PLUMBING EARHART, JESSICA M
2026-04-17 Plumbing 1301 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20004 PROJECT SCOPE IS TO RENOVATE A PORTION OF THE FIFTH FLOOR OF AN EXISTING FOURTEE… JOSEPH G. JARVIS (RAMCO)
2026-04-17 Pool/Spa 1401 H ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 AH Permit off B2602257. Renovations and improvements to existing lobby and ameni… ELIZABETH FROST
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 1537 3RD ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 MECHANICAL DOUGLAS, NICOLE
2026-04-17 General Construction 19 DUPONT CIR NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Owner: DUP··· 🔒
Event Title: MSNOW WHCD Event - THE OCCUPANCY LOAD IS APPROVED FOR 650 FOR THE F… SELENA NOBILO
2026-04-17 General Construction 1201 SYCAMORE DR SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
Owner: STE··· 🔒
In the Saint Elizabeth's Hospital Historic District First-time Tenant Fit-Out. A… JOSEPH G. JARVIS (RAMCO);
2026-04-17 General Construction 2250 12TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009 ELECTRICAL BROOKS, MILANA E
2026-04-17 Plumbing 1312 CORBIN PL NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 Plumbing trade Permit NA NA; BRYCE CARRINGTON
2026-04-17 Plumbing 516 KENYON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010 PLUMBING CURTIS, THOMAS E
2026-04-17 Plumbing 146 13TH ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 Plumbing trade Permit NULL NULL; KEVIN LOPEZ
2026-04-17 Plumbing 4105 HARRISON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 Plumbing trade Permit NA NA; BRYCE CARRINGTON
2026-04-17 General Construction 3147 CHERRY RD NE 30, WASHINGTON, DC 20018 ELECTRICAL MARTIN, CLAUDE S
2026-04-17 General Construction 1424 IRVING ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 BUILDING STEVE GEORGILAKIS
2026-04-17 General Construction 1424 IRVING ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 BUILDING STEVE GEORGILAKIS
2026-04-17 General Construction 1424 IRVING ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 BUILDING STEVE GEORGILAKIS
2026-04-17 General Construction 1424 IRVING ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 BUILDING STEVE GEORGILAKIS
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 1632 D ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 MECHANICAL BRETT WRIGHT ASTMANN CO-TRUSTEE
2026-04-17 General Construction 1319 HAMLIN ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 ELECTRICAL MONTIEL, ANA M
2026-04-17 Plumbing 1229 NEW JERSEY AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Owner: DC ··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS DC HOUSING ENTERPRISES
2026-04-17 Demolition 2524 Q ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 Remodeling of first floor kitchen and third floor bathroom. Kitchen work include… NULL NULL; GAJ-CAPPELLO, PAUL V
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 1630 7TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 REMOVE EXISTING AIR HANDLING UNIT, ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK, REFRIGERANT PIPING CONTR… DFM PERMITS
2026-04-17 General Construction 1307 12TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 ELECTRICAL NEW TREMONT LLC
2026-04-17 General Construction 5019 LOWELL ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 ELECTRICAL MILLER, MICHAEL E
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 241 16TH ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 MECHANICAL MARIA L HODAS TRUSTEE
2026-04-17 Windows/Doors 4447 DAVENPORT ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 REMOVE AND REPLACE 4 WINDOWS, RENEWAL by ANDERSEN, NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES, NO WID… NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY
2026-04-17 General Construction 1900 KENDALL ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 EXTERIOR SCOPE OF WORK: NEW PERIMETER SITE FENCING AT EAST PROPERTY LINE, NEW UT… DFM PERMITS
2026-04-17 Windows/Doors 4430 TINDALL ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 REMOVE AND REPLACE 1 DOOR, RENEWAL by ANDERSEN, NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES, NO WIDENI… NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY
2026-04-17 General Construction 1509 WEST VIRGINIA AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 BUILDING DIALLO PRESTON
2026-04-17 General Construction 4600 16TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011 BUILDING DYLAN T FRENCH
2026-04-17 Plumbing 5537 33RD ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 PLUMBING TIEDMAN, THOMAS V
2026-04-17 General Construction 600 H ST NE APT 360, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 EXPEDITED
2026-04-17 Windows/Doors 4052 CHANCERY CT NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 REMOVE AND REPLACE 3 WINDOWS, RENEWAL by ANDERSEN, NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES, NO WID… NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY
2026-04-17 Plumbing 1228 31ST ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007
Owner: HAM··· 🔒
Plumbing trade Permit NA NA; MOHAMMAD HIJAZI
2026-04-17 General Construction 725 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 ELECTRICAL DAVIS, JOSEPH W
2026-04-17 General Construction 613 BURNS ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 re build existing not bearing walls on same place, Sink and Toilet swap relocati… HAYES, LAKESHA D
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 500 12TH ST SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20024 INTERIOR RENOVATIONS TO 10TH FLOOR OFFICE SPACE. PARTITIONS, FURNITURE, FINISHES… SAM HOLLEN
2026-04-17 Plumbing 4114 10TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 Plumbing trade Permit WILL NELSON
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 3704 ALTON PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 Mechanical trade Permit LOUIS COPELAND
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2026-04-17 General Construction 1620 RIGGS PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009 Tuckpoint front [North facing] fa?ade using lime-based mortar NA NA; PAUL KILLMER
2026-04-17 Solar 1238 V ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 HISTORIC Installation of a new, roof-mounted Solar photovoltaic electric system … NISHANTH MAHANKALI
2026-04-17 Structural 1401 I ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 INTERIOR RENOVATIONS TO 5TH FLOOR OFFICE FOR NEW OFFICE TENANT. PARTITIONS, FURN… SAM HOLLEN
2026-04-17 Plumbing 2023 BENNING RD NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 PLUMBING AND GAS 2023-27 BENNING RD LLC
2026-04-17 Plumbing 3801 MACOMB ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 Plumbing trade Permit KENNETH BEECHNER
2026-04-17 Plumbing 901 NEW YORK AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS BP/CRF 901 NEW YORK AVENUE LLC
2026-04-17 General Construction 805 DECATUR ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011 ELECTRICAL ZVOLEFF, ALEXANDER I
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 5013 1ST ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011 MECHANICAL 5013FIRSTNW LLC APT 1, APT2, APT3,…
2026-04-17 General Construction 4354 H ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 BUILDING OPPONG GYAMFI
2026-04-17 General Construction 4414 6TH PL NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 BUILDING OPPONG GYAMFI
2026-04-17 General Construction 2001 M ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036 Electrical Trade Permit NORMAN SCHAFER
2026-04-17 General Construction 1644 FORT DAVIS PL SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 BUILDING OPPONG GYAMFI
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 2438 MONROE ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018 Basement ADU renovation of single-family detached, framing, drywall, doors, trim… TIMOTHY WARREN
2026-04-17 General Construction 323 VIRGINIA AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 BUILDING DOMINIC DIPIETRO
2026-04-17 General Construction 5726 MACARTHUR BLVD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 ELECTRICAL BOVICH, MATTHEW
2026-04-17 Plumbing 5726 MACARTHUR BLVD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 PLUMBING AND GAS BOVICH, MATTHEW
2026-04-17 General Construction 4461 CONNECTICUT AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008 ELECTRICAL SAUL SUBSIDIARY II LIMITED…
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 1800 G ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20006
Owner: NOR··· 🔒
MECHANICAL NORTHWESTERN DEVELOPMENT CO
2026-04-17 Pool/Spa 3720 UPTON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016
Owner: SID··· 🔒
REVISION TO BUILDING PERMIT B2205770 TO ADJUST SCIENCE LAB COUNTERTOP HEIGHT WHE… DFM PERMITS
2026-04-17 Windows/Doors 1533 ROXANNA RD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012 REMOVE AND REPLACE 4 WINDOWS, RENEWAL by ANDERSEN, NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES, NO WID… NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 1875 K ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20006 **NO STRUCTURAL WORK** NEW INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIFTH FLOOR. THE WORK CO… OLUFELA PYNE
2026-04-17 Plumbing 922 5TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 PLUMBING HOWLAND, KEITH
2026-04-17 General Construction 1923 37TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 ELECTRICAL - GENERAL MARGO RICKS
2026-04-17 General Construction 533 42ND ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 ELECTRICAL - GENERAL MARGO RICKS
2026-04-17 Windows/Doors 6132 BROAD BRANCH RD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 REMOVE AND REPLACE 11 WINDOWS, RENEWAL by ANDERSEN, NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES, NO WI… NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY
2026-04-17 Plumbing 1001 TAYLOR ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 Plumbing trade Permit WILL NELSON
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 375 E ST SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20024 CFA / H THE PERMITTABLE SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES MINOR ALTERATIONS TO THE EXISTING… ANDREW ADERE
2026-04-17 Plumbing 2100 K ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20427 PLUMBING AND GAS INTERNATIONAL FINANCE CORPORATION
2026-04-17 Plumbing 838 52ND ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 PLUMBING TOLLIVER, TIFFINI
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 2224 HALL PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 Mechanical trade Permit LOUIS COPELAND
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2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 2819 BELLEVUE TER NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 Mechanical trade Permit LOUIS COPELAND
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2026-04-17 Plumbing 2027 BENNING RD NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 PLUMBING AND GAS 2023-27 BENNING RD LLC
2026-04-17 General Construction 2001 K ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20006 Interior work for permit B2600403 from 7pm-7am TONY LIANG
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 5430 BROAD BRANCH RD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 Mechanical trade Permit LOUIS COPELAND
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2026-04-17 General Construction 2100 K ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20427 ELECTRICAL INTERNATIONAL FINANCE CORPORATION
2026-04-17 General Construction 7404 9TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012 BUILDING LISA NEYHART
2026-04-17 General Construction 4656 BROAD BRANCH RD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008 CFA / H Reissuance of permit to perform inspection of the private residential el… LINSEY PAGEAU
2026-04-17 Plumbing 2025 BENNING RD NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
Owner: 202··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS 2023-27 BENNING RD LLC
2026-04-17 Plumbing 1820 VERMONT AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS LINK, MALEN A
2026-04-17 General Construction 766 COLUMBIA RD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 BUILDING MARGO RICKS
2026-04-17 General Construction 1516 OATES ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 ELECTRICAL 1516 OATES NE LLC
2026-04-17 Plumbing 2438 MONROE ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018 PLUMBING AND GAS BEYOND YOUR REACH CONSULTING SERVICES LLC
2026-04-17 General Construction 1118 I ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 ELECTRICAL OBERLIN, ISAAC W
2026-04-17 General Construction 1337 ADAMS ST NE UNIT 4, WASHINGTON, DC 20018 EXPEDITED
2026-04-17 Windows/Doors 1544 41ST ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 REMOVE AND REPLACE 11 WINDOWS, RENEWAL by ANDERSEN, NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES, NO WI… NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY
2026-04-17 Windows/Doors 5805 CHEVY CHASE PKWY NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 REMOVE AND REPLACE 2 WINDOWS AND 2 DOORS, RENEWAL by ANDERSEN, NO STRUCTURAL CHA… NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 1820 VERMONT AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 MECHANICAL LINK, MALEN A
2026-04-17 Plumbing 5618 1ST ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: LUC··· 🔒
PLUMBING LUCAS, JAMES H
2026-04-17 General Construction 533 42ND ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 BUILDING MARGO RICKS
2026-04-17 General Construction 4418 7TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 BUILDING MARGO RICKS
2026-04-17 Demolition 641 10TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 Interior demolition of non-load-bearing partitions, finishes, and MEP systems in… LINDA GRANVILLE
2026-04-17 General Construction 323 VIRGINIA AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 Electrical Trade Permit MARCOS ARREDONDO TORRES
2026-04-17 HVAC/Mech 950 F ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20004
Owner: JEM··· 🔒
HISTORIC The scope of work contained in this package of drawings is the interior… JANICE MILLAR MARUT
2026-04-17 General Construction 3259 VAN HAZEN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 29'X16' DECK. UPDATE FOOTING AND POSTS LOCATION IN THE DECK AREA. NULL NULL; CAPITOL IMPROVEMENTS
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Top Contractors

Most active contractors by permit volume — last 90 days of activity shown in parentheses. 1 of 25 have verified phone numbers below.

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1. MARGO RICKS 🔥 132 permits/30d Active 278 (278) Electrical - Verifying…
2. NA NA; BRYCE CARRINGTON 🔥 77 permits/30d Active 216 (216) Plumbing - Verifying…
3. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING… 🔥 57 permits/30d Active 141 (141) Electrical - Verifying…
4. MARCOS ARREDONDO TORRES 🔥 41 permits/30d Active 93 (93) Electrical - Verifying…
5. NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY 🔥 33 permits/30d Active 80 (80) HVAC - Verifying…
6. DOMINIC DIPIETRO 🔥 31 permits/30d Active 65 (65) - Verifying…
7. CHRISTOPHER HARTMAN 🔥 23 permits/30d Active 65 (65) Plumbing - Verifying…
8. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 🔥 25 permits/30d Active 62 (62) Electrical - Verifying…
9. DFM PERMITS 🔥 39 permits/30d Active 62 (62) 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 🔥 17 permits/30d Active 46 (46) Roofing - Verifying…
13. NICK HAYES 🔥 10 permits/30d Active 45 (45) HVAC - 🔒 Reveal
14. STEVEN G STAHL 🔥 11 permits/30d Active 44 (44) Electrical - Verifying…
15. WILL NELSON 🔥 20 permits/30d Active 43 (43) Plumbing - Verifying…
16. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 📞 🔥 14 permits/30d Active 41 (41) Electrical - 🔒 Reveal
17. SAM HOLLEN 🔥 16 permits/30d Active 41 (41) Interior Renovation - Verifying…
18. NULL NULL; RAQUEL FLORES 🔥 23 permits/30d Active 39 (39) Plumbing - Verifying…
19. MATTHEW YOUNG 🔥 12 permits/30d Active 35 (35) Roofing - Verifying…
20. NULL NULL; MICHELLE CLANCY 🔥 12 permits/30d Active 34 (34) Landscaping & Exterior - Verifying…
21. BRANDON SHORES 🔥 12 permits/30d Active 33 (33) Electrical - Verifying…
22. NULL NULL; GERARDO PEREZ 🔥 13 permits/30d Active 29 (29) Roofing - Verifying…
23. NULL NULL; MORGAN MALONE 8 permits/30d Active 28 (28) Solar - Verifying…
24. INSPECTOR STEVENS 🔥 13 permits/30d Active 26 (26) HVAC - Verifying…
25. MANNING SAVAGE 🔥 11 permits/30d Active 26 (26) 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 9539+ 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 4,785 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 3,932 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 9539 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.

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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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