Build Siren tracks building permit activity in Warren, Macomb County and delivers it to local contractors as a daily, trade-filtered report — the exact project address, the permit description, the estimated value where Warren records it, whether a contractor is named, and a Premium / Strong / Usable lead score.
Permit activity in Warren
Warren is Michigan’s third-largest city, with dense post-war housing that is now well into roof, furnace and window replacement age, plus one of the region’s largest industrial and commercial bases along Van Dyke, Mound and 12 Mile. That mix produces steady residential replacement permits and a consistent flow of commercial tenant-improvement work.
What contractors use Warren permit data for
- Roofing — Warren re-roof and tear-off permits (roofing leads)
- HVAC — furnace and A/C changeouts, commercial rooftop units (HVAC leads)
- Plumbing — water heaters, sewer and water service, repipes (plumbing leads)
- Electrical — panel upgrades, generators, EV chargers (electrical leads)
- Remodeling — kitchens, baths, basements, additions (remodeling leads)
- General contractors — new builds, additions, commercial build-outs (GC leads)
How to look up a building permit in Warren
The Warren building division handles permits for building, mechanical, electrical and plumbing work; issued permits are public records under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. Build Siren monitors Warren along with every other Macomb County community at once, so new permits reach you without checking portals yourself.
Nearby cities we cover
Sterling Heights · Detroit · Royal Oak — see all coverage areas.
Warren permit leads FAQ
Are Warren building permits public record?
Yes. Building permits filed with Michigan municipalities are public records available under the Michigan FOIA. Build Siren aggregates them so you do not have to file requests.
How fast will I see new Warren permits?
New activity is included in the next weekday morning’s report.
Can I get only Warren, not the whole county?
Yes — single-city territories are available. Availability is limited per trade.
What does it cost?
One trade starts at $99/month. See pricing.
Request Warren access — from $99/month. Call (248) 290-8979.