Category: Permitting

Decision-Time: Incoming Florida Permit Data

t’s time for a critical assessment of our industry landscape. The 2023 permit data for Florida reveals significant challenges: single-family permits down 6.9% and multifamily permits declining 12.4%. This trend isn’t isolated; it’s a nationwide phenomenon demanding our attention and action.
As leaders in HVAC, solar installation, roofing, and generator services, we’re facing a convergence of tightening regulations, demographic shifts, and intense market pressures. The question isn’t whether we’ll face these challenges, but how effectively we’ll navigate them.
Let’s examine the data:

While most states experienced declines in single-family permits, seven bucked the trend, including Hawaii (+16.7%) and Maryland (+8.7%).
In the multifamily sector, 15 states showed growth, with Delaware leading at an impressive 96.3% increase.
The top ten states for permit issuance account for over 60% of both single-family and multifamily permits.

These figures underscore a critical point: amidst widespread declines, opportunities for growth exist. The key lies in our ability to innovate and ensure compliance efficiently.
Consider this: How much of your operational capacity is constrained by permit and inspection delays? In an era of economic uncertainty and seasonal fluctuations, can your business afford these inefficiencies?
It’s time to seriously evaluate the potential of digital transformation in our industry. Virtual permitting and digital inspections aren’t merely technological upgrades; they’re strategic tools that can:

Accelerate project timelines
Reduce operational costs
Enhance compliance accuracy
Improve customer satisfaction

The adoption of these technologies isn’t just about keeping pace; it’s about positioning your company for growth in a challenging market. It’s about turning regulatory hurdles into competitive advantages.
As we navigate this complex landscape, ask yourself:

How can we leverage digital tools to streamline our permitting and inspection processes?
What operational changes are necessary to adapt to these new technologies?
How can we use these efficiencies to expand our market share, even in a contracting market?

The trades industry stands at a crossroads. The companies that thrive will be those that embrace innovation, prioritize efficiency, and view regulatory compliance as an opportunity for differentiation.
The path forward requires bold leadership and strategic investment in digital capabilities. It’s time to reassess our operations, challenge our assumptions, and position our businesses not just to weather this storm, but to emerge stronger and more competitive.
The question isn’t whether change is coming – it’s already here. The real question is: How will you lead your company through this transformation?

Virtual Inspections: Addressing Key Industry Gaps with Metrics

The recent Deloitte 2024 E&C Outlook highlights crucial engineering and construction trends. Interestingly, it was surprisingly short on the challenge contractors and home builders face with respect to inspections and permitting. And, how virtual inspections continue to shape the industry. To address these gaps we show the opportunities and wins third-party inspection providers bring to […]

Virtual Permits: Florida’s Housing Fix?

Florida’s housing market is grappling with a significant decline in new home permits, exacerbating existing affordability challenges in a state experiencing rapid population growth.

Fighting back against permit delays with virtual inspections

In Kansas City, obtaining permits for new home construction has become a significant obstacle, with builders experiencing several weeks or months of delays. The result? Long delays in developing much-needed housing units worsen the shortage of available homes in the market and raise prices.

Dallas: Tension Over Permitting Fees Sparks Developer Dilemma

Dallas is in a pickle, facing a $20 million gap in its building permitting department. Since 2015, the city’s fees have been low compared to other big Texas cities. They’re considering cranking those fees up to make ends meet, causing quite the stir. Developers are unhappy, again highlighting virtual inspections as pressure relief valves and digital transformation saviours.