Build Siren tracks building permit activity in Pontiac, Oakland County and delivers it to local contractors as a daily, trade-filtered report — the exact project address, the permit description, the estimated value where Pontiac records it, whether a contractor is named, and a Premium / Strong / Usable lead score.
Permit activity in Pontiac
Older urban housing stock with active rehabilitation and downtown redevelopment — and less contractor competition for permit-based outreach than the wealthier suburbs, which can make it an efficient territory to work.
What contractors use Pontiac permit data for
- Roofing — Pontiac 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 Pontiac
Pontiac issues permits through its Building division, with services administered with Oakland County support; issued permits are public records under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. Build Siren monitors Pontiac along with every other Oakland County community at once, so new permits reach you without checking portals yourself.
Nearby cities we cover
the Auburn Hills and Waterford area — see all coverage areas.
Pontiac permit leads FAQ
Are Pontiac 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 Pontiac permits?
New activity is included in the next weekday morning’s report.
Can I get only Pontiac, 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 Pontiac access — from $99/month. Call (248) 290-8979.