Build Siren tracks building permit activity in Canton, Wayne County and delivers it to local contractors as a daily, trade-filtered report — the exact project address, the permit description, the estimated value where Canton records it, whether a contractor is named, and a Premium / Strong / Usable lead score.
Permit activity in Canton
Canton keeps building — new subdivisions continue to go up — while its large 1990s to 2000s housing base is entering the first replacement cycle for roofs, furnaces and water heaters.
What contractors use Canton permit data for
- Roofing — Canton 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 Canton
Canton’s Municipal Services and Building Division uses an online portal; issued permits are public records under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. Build Siren monitors Canton along with every other Wayne County community at once, so new permits reach you without checking portals yourself.
Nearby cities we cover
Livonia · the Plymouth and Westland area — see all coverage areas.
Canton permit leads FAQ
Are Canton 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 Canton permits?
New activity is included in the next weekday morning’s report.
Can I get only Canton, 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 Canton access — from $99/month. Call (248) 290-8979.