Like other Assessor and Recorder data sets from First American, BlackKnight, ATTOM or HouseCanary, we provide both residential real estate and commercial restate data on homes, properties and parcels nationally.

Over 60M parcels reflecting over 330M permits over the past 20 years.

This comprehensive dataset contains building permits issued in the United States, providing valuable insights into residential and commercial construction activities. With over millions of records covering millions of homes, this dataset offers a vast opportunity for analysis and business growth.

Includes permits from various states across the US

Covers residential and commercial construction activities

Insights:

Residential vs. Commercial: Analyze the distribution of permits by type (residential, commercial) to understand local market trends.

Construction Activity: Track permit issuance over time to identify patterns and fluctuations in construction activity.

Geographic Patterns: Examine the concentration of permits by state, county, or city to reveal regional development opportunities.

Potential Applications:

Contractors and Builders: Utilize this dataset to identify potential projects, estimate job values, and stay up-to-date on permit requirements.

Local Governments: Analyze building permit data to inform land-use planning, zoning regulations, and infrastructure development.

Investors and Developers: Explore the types of construction projects being undertaken in specific areas, enabling informed investment decisions.

Value Propositions:

Understand Current Home Condition: Gain insights into the current state of homes by analyzing building permit data, allowing you to:

Identify areas with high concentrations of permits

Determine the scope and type of work being performed

Infer the potential for improved home values

Lender Lead Generation: Use this dataset to identify potential refinance candidates based on improved homes, enabling lenders to:

Target homeowners who have invested in their properties

Offer tailored financial solutions to capitalize on increased property value

Contractor Lead Generation:

Solar installers can target neighbors of solar customers, increasing the chances of successful referrals and upselling opportunities.

Pool cleaners can target new pools, identifying potential customers for maintenance and cleaning services.

Roofing contractors can target homes with recent roofing permits, offering replacement or repair services to homeowners.

Home Service Providers:

Handyman services can target homes with permit records, offering a range of maintenance and repair services.

Appliance installers can target new kitchens and bathrooms, identifying potential customers for appliance installation and integration.

Real Estate Professionals:

Realtors can analyze permit data to understand local market trends, adjusting their sales strategies to capitalize on areas with high construction activity.

Property managers can identify potential investment opportunities, using permit data to evaluate the feasibility of investment projects.

Data Analysis Ideas:

Trend Analysis: Identify trends in permit issuance by type (residential, commercial), project size, or location to forecast future demand.

Geospatial Analysis: Visualize permit data on a map to analyze the concentration of construction activity and identify areas with high growth potential.

Correlation Analysis: Examine the relationship between permit issuance and local economic indicators (e.g., GDP, unemployment rates) to understand the impact of construction on the local economy.

Business Use Cases:

Market Research: Analyze permit data to inform business decisions about market trends, competition, and growth opportunities.

Risk Assessment: Identify areas with high concentrations of permits and potential risks (e.g., building code non-compliance) to adjust business strategies accordingly.

Investment Analysis: Use permit data to evaluate the feasibility of investment projects in specific regions or markets.

Data Visualization Ideas:

Interactive Maps: Create interactive maps to visualize permit concentration by location, type, and project size.

Permit Issuance Charts: Plot permit issuance over time to illustrate trends and fluctuations in construction activity.

Bar Charts by Category: Display the distribution of permits by category (e.g., residential, commercial) to highlight market trends.

Additional Ideas:

Combine with other datasets: Integrate building permit data with other sources (e.g., crime statistics, weather patterns) to gain a more comprehensive understanding of local conditions.

Analyze by demographic factors: Examine how permit issuance varies across different demographics (e.g., age, income level) to understand market preferences and behaviors.

Develop predictive models: Create statistical mo...