Frequently asked questions
What is Exterior Permits?
A weekly email of new residential exterior permits from City records, sorted by trade.
Which trades?
Roofing, windows and exterior doors, siding, solar and decks/porches.
Which areas?
Minneapolis today.
Where does the data come from?
The City of Minneapolis CCS_Permits open dataset, published under a CC0 waiver.
How fresh is it?
Weekly; the email covers the previous Monday to Sunday.
Do you give homeowner phone numbers?
No, and we don't supply names or emails either.
Can I call or text the homeowners?
Only if you comply with the TCPA and Do-Not-Call rules; we recommend mail or door-knocking.
How do you pick the trade?
Keyword rules on the permit description. See the method.
How do you get ZIP codes?
From each permit's coordinates using Census ZIP Code Tabulation Areas.
What does it cost?
$49, $99 or $199 per month. See pricing.
Can I cancel?
Yes, anytime; the plan runs to the end of the billing month.
Is the data guaranteed?
No. The City provides it as-is, and our sorting can make mistakes.