Permit Details: Lexington, MA
1,247 permits worth $42.0M issued in 2025.
Year-over-Year Permit Data (2021 – 2025)
Annual permit counts and construction values broken down by trade.
| Year | Total Permits | Total Value | Electrical | Plumbing | Building | Mechanical |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,310 | $48.3M | 428 | 302 | 402 | 178 |
| 2022 | 1,240 | $45.1M | 402 | 288 | 378 | 172 |
| 2023 | 1,095 | $36.2M | 365 | 259 | 332 | 139 |
| 2024 | 1,182 | $38.5M | 389 | 275 | 355 | 163 |
| 2025 | 1,247 | $42.0M | 412 | 298 | 364 | 173 |
Permit Volume Trend
Total annual permit counts for the past 5 years.
Average Permit Value Trend
The average project cost has shifted over the past 5 years.
Permit Type Deep Dive
Detailed breakdown of permit types with trends.
| Permit Type | % of Total | Avg Value | 5yr Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 33% | $3K | ↗ Steady growth |
| Building | 29% | $35K | → Stable |
| Plumbing | 24% | $6K | ↗ Slight increase |
| Mechanical/HVAC | 14% | $9K | ↗ Rising with heat pump adoption |
Seasonal Patterns
Building activity follows predictable seasonal cycles in New England.
Spring (Mar–May)
~35% of annual permits
Peak season for building permits as outdoor projects begin.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
~30% of annual permits
High volume for HVAC and roofing work.
Fall (Sep–Nov)
~25% of annual permits
Interior renovations and weatherization projects.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
~10% of annual permits
Low season—mostly emergency repairs and interior work.
Contractor Ranking
The top 5 most active contractors by permit count in 2025.
#1
Brian Bradley Electric Electrical
89 permits $3,200 avg
#2
Hillis Corp (Franks Heating) Mechanical/HVAC
64 permits $5,100 avg
#3
BuildRight Construction Inc Building
45 permits $28,000 avg
#4
Lexington Plumbing Services Plumbing
42 permits $4,300 avg
#5
Robert Burge Development Building
28 permits $35,000 avg