Permit Intelligence for Contractors
Stop Wasting Hours
On Permit Paperwork
Look up permit requirements, find the right portal, and know exactly what you need — across 1,650+ counties nationwide.
Permit Requirements. Instantly.
Every jurisdiction has different rules, different forms, different portals. We've collected them all so you don't have to.
Permit Lookup
Search any jurisdiction. See requirements, fees, required documents, and direct links to the government portal.
Try Permit Lookup →Do I Need a Permit?
Answer 3 quick questions about your project and find out if a permit is required — before you start work.
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Browse 1,650+ counties with permit contacts, office hours, portal links, and fee schedules in one place.
Browse Jurisdictions →How It Works
Enter Your Location
Tell us the city, county, or address where your project is located.
See What You Need
Get permit types, required documents, fees, contractor licensing requirements, and inspection info.
Go Straight to the Portal
One click to the correct government portal — no more hunting through city websites.
National Coverage, Growing Every Day
Our permit intelligence database covers jurisdictions across the country — and we're adding more every week.
Built for Contractors Who Pull Permits
HVAC Contractors
Mechanical permits vary wildly between jurisdictions. Know what each county requires before you quote the job.
Electricians
Panel upgrades, service changes, rewiring — check if you need a permit and which documents to bring.
Plumbers
Water heater swaps, repipes, gas lines. Find out if it's a simple permit or a full plan review.
General Contractors
Working across multiple jurisdictions? Look up requirements for each one from a single place.
Stop Guessing. Start Building.
Look up permit requirements in seconds. Know what you need before you start the job.
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