Permit Hound
// 00 — Texas_Permit_Intelligence

The Crystal Ball for Real Estate Professionals

Search every commercial construction permit filed in Texas. Real-time data, owner contact details, and smart filters give you the edge to find and act on opportunities before anyone else.

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// 01 — Market_Edge Why Permit Hound gives you the edge

Search every commercial construction permit filed in Texas.

001 MODULE

Become a market expert in seconds

Identify trends and understand your market with real money, not speculation.

002 MODULE

Secure your next client

Walk into conversations with insight your prospect didn't expect and your competitors don't have.

003 MODULE

Turn timing into commissions

See active tenants and projects early so you can reach out first and control the conversation.

[+] Powerful insights[+] Easy to use[+] No extrapolations
// 02 — Data_Surface How It Works

Intelligence that moves at market speed.

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Work in the present, not the past

Don't waste time on irrelevant information. Permit Hound's constant stream of permits coupled with our straightforward filters offers insights to projects actually relevant to you.

  • [+] Real-time permit data updated throughout the day
  • [+] Smart filters by location, cost, work type, and more
  • [+] Instant insights at a glance with summary stats
FRAME B.01
COUNTY:TRAVIS COST:> $500K TYPE:RETAIL × CLEAR
LIVE · 2m
CITY ↓ TYPE COST
HOUSTON NEW INDUST. $1.7M
AUSTIN RETAIL $2.4M
DALLAS OFFICE $890K
EL PASO HOSPITAL $4.6M
COUNT 4
AVG $2.4M
Σ $9.59M
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An analyst team on one tab for the cost of a trip to H-E-B

Cut through the minutia with the one true indicator of a decision being made and capital being deployed. Our interactive map lets you see every permit filed across Texas. Use heatmaps to find hotspots, draw polygons to filter by geography, and click any marker to dive into details.

  • [+] Interactive map with clustering and heatmaps
  • [+] Polygon drawing to filter custom areas
  • [+] Save filters and get email notifications
FRAME B.02
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Turn permit data into real conversations

Every permit record includes the people behind the project. Permit Hound gives you direct access to the owner, design firm, and tenant so you can skip the cold outreach and start with context.

  • [+] Owner, design firm, and tenant contacts on every project
  • [+] See who owns the property, who's designing, and who's moving in
  • [+] Reach decision-makers before the competition
FRAME B.03
PROJECT_7412 2400 BURNET RD · AUSTIN, TX
BH
OWNER Burnet Holdings LLC Investor · Austin TX
✉
LA
DESIGN FIRM Linden Architects Architect of record
✉
TC
TENANT Tillman Coffee Co. Retail tenant · 4,200 sqft
✉
3 STAKEHOLDERS EXPORT ALL →
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Follow the projects that matter most

Save any project to your personal tracker and watch it evolve. From initial filing through completion, you'll know exactly when to engage and who to talk to.

  • [+] Save projects and track status changes over time
  • [+] Monitor timelines and stay ahead of key decision points
  • [+] Engage owners, developers, or tenants at the right moment
FRAME B.04
MY TRACKER · 3 PROJECTS 2 UPDATES
PROJECT_7412 Austin · Retail
BUILD
▸ INSPECTION · 3d
PROJECT_6891 Houston · Hospital
REVIEW
STALE · 14d
PROJECT_8102 Dallas · Office
DONE
CLOSED · 04/02
RECENT ACTIVITY
● PROJECT_7412 → INSPECTION scheduled 2m
○ PROJECT_6891 owner contact updated 1h
// 03 — Operator_Profile Who It's For

Built for professionals who need to know what's happening next.

Made for brokers, used by investors, developers, and contractors. Permit Hound is for those who profit on the best market knowledge.

BrokersInvestorsDevelopersContractorsSuppliersArchitectsRoofers
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// 04 — Field_Reports What others are saying

Your new best friend in market intelligence.

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"Permit Hound completely changed how I prospect. I can see what's being built in my target areas and reach out to the right people before my competitors even know about the project."

Sarah M.  //  Commercial RE Broker
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"The filter system is incredible. I set up notifications for my counties and get emails when new permits match my criteria. It's like having a research team working 24/7."

James R.  //  General Contractor
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"We used to spend hours every week manually checking county websites. Now I open Permit Hound, draw a polygon around my service area, and see everything instantly."

Michael T.  //  Building Materials Supplier
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"As an architect, knowing what types of projects are getting permitted in different neighborhoods helps me target my marketing. Permit Hound pays for itself every month."

Linda K.  //  Licensed Architect
// Field_Report_0005

"I track permit activity across three counties to find distressed or high-growth areas. Permit Hound is hands-down the fastest way to spot emerging opportunities."

David P.  //  Real Estate Investor
// Field_Report_0006

"Our sales team closes more deals because we reach property owners right when they pull permits. The timing advantage alone is worth the subscription."

Rachel S.  //  Roofing Company Owner
// Field_Report_0007

"Being able to visualize permit activity on a map and filter by project cost has been a game changer for our business development strategy."

Marcus J.  //  MEP Subcontractor
// Field_Report_0008

"I switched from a competitor that charged three times as much and gave me half the data. Permit Hound covers more counties and the interface is way easier to use."

Tony V.  //  Insurance Agent
// Field_Report_0009

"The saved filter presets save me so much time. I have different searches for residential, commercial, and renovation projects and check them every morning."

Angela W.  //  Interior Designer
// Field_Report_0010

"We use Permit Hound to monitor competitor activity and understand where the market is heading. It gives us the data we need to make smart bids."

Chris B.  //  Construction Estimator
// Field_Report_0001

"Permit Hound completely changed how I prospect. I can see what's being built in my target areas and reach out to the right people before my competitors even know about the project."

Sarah M.  //  Commercial RE Broker
// Field_Report_0002

"The filter system is incredible. I set up notifications for my counties and get emails when new permits match my criteria. It's like having a research team working 24/7."

James R.  //  General Contractor
// Field_Report_0003

"We used to spend hours every week manually checking county websites. Now I open Permit Hound, draw a polygon around my service area, and see everything instantly."

Michael T.  //  Building Materials Supplier
// Field_Report_0004

"As an architect, knowing what types of projects are getting permitted in different neighborhoods helps me target my marketing. Permit Hound pays for itself every month."

Linda K.  //  Licensed Architect
// Field_Report_0005

"I track permit activity across three counties to find distressed or high-growth areas. Permit Hound is hands-down the fastest way to spot emerging opportunities."

David P.  //  Real Estate Investor
// Field_Report_0006

"Our sales team closes more deals because we reach property owners right when they pull permits. The timing advantage alone is worth the subscription."

Rachel S.  //  Roofing Company Owner
// Field_Report_0007

"Being able to visualize permit activity on a map and filter by project cost has been a game changer for our business development strategy."

Marcus J.  //  MEP Subcontractor
// Field_Report_0008

"I switched from a competitor that charged three times as much and gave me half the data. Permit Hound covers more counties and the interface is way easier to use."

Tony V.  //  Insurance Agent
// Field_Report_0009

"The saved filter presets save me so much time. I have different searches for residential, commercial, and renovation projects and check them every morning."

Angela W.  //  Interior Designer
// Field_Report_0010

"We use Permit Hound to monitor competitor activity and understand where the market is heading. It gives us the data we need to make smart bids."

Chris B.  //  Construction Estimator
// 05 — Interface All-in-one dashboard

Every project in Texas at your fingertips.

Track projects, create custom filters, favorite projects, export contact information, and keep clients updated all in one place.

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Search

Find any permit, project, or stakeholder instantly. Full-text search across every data point: names, addresses, scope of work, and more.

Full-Text SearchInstant ResultsAll Fields
FIND · 1.2M PERMITS ⌘K
◎ austin retail
● 47 matches · 284ms · 254 counties
[PERMIT]
Retail buildout · Burnet Rd, Austin TX
$2.4M · filed 04/12
[OWNER]
Burnet Holdings LLC · Austin TX
3 saved permits
[DESIGN FIRM]
Linden Architects · Austin TX
7 active permits
[TENANT]
Tillman Coffee · Retail chain
2 TX locations
↑↓ NAV · ⏎ SELECT · ESC CLOSE 4 of 47
// 06 — Access_Tiers Pricing

Easy to sign up. Easy to use.

100% satisfaction guarantee.

// Tier_01 Trial

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50 Free Searches
  • [+] Access all 254 counties
  • [+] Real-time data
  • [+] No data exports
  • [+] Credit card required
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Professional
// Tier_02 Paid

Professional

Supercharge your market knowledge.

$100 / mo
  • [+] All features from trial
  • [+] Auto emails
  • [+] Unlimited exports
  • [+] Unlimited searches
  • [+] 100% satisfaction guarantee
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// 07 — Query_Log FAQs

Got questions?
We've got answers.

Here's everything you need to know before getting started.

// Support

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> Query_01 Where does Permit Hound get its data?
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We crawl Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation's database to bring you clean insights the same day the permit is filed. Our system updates daily so you always have the most current information. All data comes from publicly filed permits, we just make it fast and easy to search.
> Query_02 What does "real-time" data mean?
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Our scrapers run daily across all jurisdictions we cover. When a new permit is filed, it typically appears in your dashboard within 24 hours. We continuously expand our jurisdiction coverage to provide the most complete picture possible.
> Query_03 What counties does it cover?
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All of them. Anderson, Andrews, Angelina, and the remaining 251 Texas counties. Permit Hound covers every jurisdiction in the state so you never miss a project in your market.
> Query_04 Can I see who owns or manages a project?
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Yes. Every project page includes available contact information for owners, developers, design firms, and tenants associated with the permit. You can also search across all projects by name, address, or scope of work to find the people and projects you need in seconds.
> Query_05 Can I use Permit Hound on my phone?
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Yes! Permit Hound is fully responsive and works on any device with a web browser. The table view, map view, and filter system all adapt to mobile screens. While we recommend using a desktop for the best experience, you can absolutely check permits on the go.
> Query_06 I'm having trouble logging in. What should I do?
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If you're having trouble logging in, try resetting your password using the "Forgot Password" link on the login page. If you continue having issues, reach out to us at support@permithound.io and we'll get you sorted out quickly.
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