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Building Permits in Raleigh, North Carolina

PermitStack indexes 1,146,528 building permits issued in Raleigh, North Carolina, with 52,773 issued in the last 12 months alone. Search by address, contractor, category, and date via our free REST API.

1,146,528
Total permits
52,773
Last 12 months
6,861
Last 30 days
+42%
vs same period prior year
Aug 6, 2026
Latest permit

Permits by category (last 12 months)

Most common permit types issued in the last year.

Plumbing
12,766
Electrical
9,972
HVAC
8,460
Interior remodel
3,037
New construction
2,541
Demolition
1,880
Fence
1,814
Signage
1,022
Fire alarm
986
Roofing
982

Permit data by trade in Raleigh

Drill into the most common permit categories in Raleigh.

Top contractors in Raleigh

Most active contractors by permit volume in Raleigh.

Most recent permits

The 10 most recent permits issued in Raleigh, North Carolina. Full dataset available via REST API.

IssuedPermit #AddressCategoryDescription
2026-08-06ROW-038465-2026801 Richmond St 2667720OtherPlace crane in the street to remove a tree.
2026-08-06PUINF-038398-20269513 Swepstone Ln 2696150Plumbing**COR PROJECT** Rehabilitating existing lift stations at all project locations. Re...
2026-08-06INFRA-038348-2026581 E Lenoir St 2808364OtherState Street Water Improvements Phase IV
2026-08-06MECHNR-038439-20263400 Wake Forest Rd 2757389Other480 sf Interior alterations to provide (2) new infusion bays and a new toilet room...
2026-08-06HVACR-038493-20261308 Swingline Way 2753901HVAC-Install a new 13.4 SEER 2 Gas pack package unit,
2026-08-06BLDR-038402-20269129 Stoney Run Dr 2790016OtherWe will be removing a old deck and replacing it with a screened in porch
2026-08-06MECHR-038475-2026807 Beverly Dr 2687473ElectricalWork is a kitchen remodel including modifying existing layout, replacing cabinetry...
2026-08-06ELR-038353-20263001 Downs Ct 2676861ElectricalHall bath renovation - Replace all finishes to include cabinet, top, plumbing fixt...
2026-08-06ROW-038491-20260 Watauga StOtherVacuum Excavation Test Hole- Raleigh Stormwater Project Pavement Cores - Week of A...
2026-08-06BLDR-038440-202612201 Jasmine Cove Way 2748707Pool13x23 inground pool, retaining walls (dimensions on site plan), electric heat/cool...

Access Raleigh permit data via API

Query Raleigh, North Carolina permits with a single HTTP request. Returns JSON with address, category, status, dates, and full description.

# Search all Raleigh permits issued this month
curl -H "X-API-Key: YOUR_KEY" \
  "https://api.permit-stack.com/v1/permits/search?city=Raleigh&state=NC&issued_after=2026-04-01"

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FAQ

Where does PermitStack get Raleigh permit data?

We ingest data directly from the official Raleigh open data portal (the official city portal) daily. This is the same source used by the city's own public dashboards, normalized into a consistent JSON schema across our U.S. jurisdictions.

How current is the Raleigh data?

Our automated ingestion runs daily at 03:00 UTC. The latest permit in our database for Raleigh, North Carolina was issued on August 6, 2026. Permit backlogs on the city side may mean some permits take a few days to appear.

Can I access Raleigh permits without an API key?

Yes — our free tier includes 100 requests per day, enough to search and filter Raleigh permits interactively. Sign up for a free API key to get started.

Can I export Raleigh permit data?

Yes. CSV export is available on every plan, including free, with the row cap rising by tier. Real-time webhooks for changed permits are on the Developer plan and above.

How long does a Raleigh building permit take to issue?

The median time from permit filing to issuance in Raleigh, North Carolina is 12 days, based on permits issued in the last 12 months. Smaller permit types (residential alteration, electrical) typically issue faster; new construction and large additions usually take longer.

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