Permitting · All Plans

Permits don't have to
kill your schedule.

Most builders lose 2–4 weeks per home to permitting chaos — applications filed late, inspections missed, construction starting before approvals clear. Cornerstone PM brings permit tracking into your schedule so nothing falls through.

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Permit sequences
Foundation, Framing, Final
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Permit gate bypasses
Construction can't start until permits clear
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Status visibility
Applied to Approved to Expired
Auto
Buyer portal invite
Triggered from permitting stage

The permitting mess every builder knows

You don't know where permits stand
Permit status lives in someone's email or a Post-it. When your super asks, nobody knows.
Construction starts before permits clear
A framer shows up, permits aren't approved, you scramble. Schedule slips 2 weeks.
Inspections get missed
Final inspection wasn't on anyone's calendar. Certificate of occupancy delayed. Closing pushed.
Buyers don't know what's happening
The permit stage is a black hole for buyers. They stop trusting your timeline.

Every permit. Every stage. Tracked.

Six tools that bring permit tracking inside your schedule — so the whole team knows exactly where every home stands.

Pre-Built Permit Sequences
Foundation, Framing, and Final permit sequences pre-loaded with correct order, dependencies, and lead times. Apply to any home in one click.
Phase Gate Enforcement
Construction tasks are locked until permits clear. The gate can be toggled on/off per account, but when it's on, it's airtight.
Status Tracking
Applied to Approved to Expired status per permit. Visible to your whole team. No more "did that permit come in?" conversations.
Auto Notifications
Permit stage triggers automatic subcontractor and buyer notifications. Everyone finds out the moment permits clear.
Buyer Portal Invite
The permitting stage automatically triggers a buyer portal invite. Buyers get visibility into their home's progress from day one.
Document Storage
Store permit certificates, approved plans, and warranty docs directly on the home record.

Ask Foreman. Get answers.

Foreman AI knows every permit, every status, every home. Ask in plain English.

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Which homes in Bayshore Commons are waiting on framing permits?

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4 homes flagged: 221 Tide Ct (Applied 14 days ago), 334 Coral Way (Applied 8 days), 118 Marina Blvd (not yet filed), 445 Gulf Rd (not yet filed). Recommended: follow up with county on 221 and 334.

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Apply the framing permit sequence to 1234 Oak Street

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Framing permit sequence applied. 3 tasks created: Submit Application (due in 2 days), Follow Up (due in 7 days), Confirm Approval (due in 14 days). Phase gate active — framing tasks locked until approval.

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Send a permit status update to the buyer at 445 Gulf Road

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Message drafted: 'Your foundation permit was approved today. Framing is scheduled to begin within the next 5-7 business days.' Sent via buyer portal.

Permitting fits inside your full pipeline.

One continuous flow from sale to close — with the permit gate holding the line.

Sale Complete
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Permit Applications Filed
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Permits Approvedgate clears
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Construction Starts
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Final Inspection
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Certificate of Occupancy
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Close

Stop letting permits stall your schedule.

Cornerstone PM tracks every permit, enforces phase gates, and keeps your buyers informed automatically. Beta is free for 2 years. Limited to 100 builders.

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Permitting Software FAQ

Common questions about permitting workflow software for home builders.

What is permitting software for home builders?

Permitting software tracks every permit and inspection a home requires — from foundation to final — and blocks dependent construction work until permits clear. Cornerstone PM's permitting module includes permit gates, phase blocking, automated reminders, and a full audit trail across the entire build pipeline.

What is a permit gate?

A permit gate is an automated rule that blocks downstream construction tasks until a specific permit is approved. In Cornerstone PM, framing tasks won't be scheduled until the building permit clears, slab pours wait for foundation permits, and final inspections wait for required preceding work — preventing the costly rework that comes from building ahead of permits.

How does Cornerstone PM handle inspection scheduling?

Cornerstone PM tracks the full inspection pipeline per home: scheduled, in-progress, passed, failed, with rework. Inspectors are notified, PMs see the status across every home in flight, and failed inspections automatically generate the correction tasks and reschedule downstream work.

Does the permitting module connect to the schedule?

Yes. Permitting is wired directly to the construction schedule. When a permit is approved, the gate opens and dependent tasks become schedulable. When a permit is delayed, the schedule cascades automatically and the homeowner portal updates — no manual re-dating required.

Can I track multiple permit types per home?

Yes. Cornerstone PM tracks every permit type a home needs: building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, septic, well, driveway, and any jurisdiction-specific permits. Each permit has its own status, expiry, gate logic, and document attachments.

What happens when a permit expires?

Cornerstone PM alerts the PM in advance of permit expiration, automatically blocks dependent tasks if a permit lapses, and tracks the renewal workflow. Expired permits show as a hard block in the dashboard until renewal is filed and approved.

Is permitting software included in the base plan?

Yes. Cornerstone PM's permitting module is included in the Starter plan at $149/mo with unlimited users. Foreman AI on the Pro plan ($499/mo) can also handle permit-related tasks like generating permit application packages from home data and tracking jurisdiction-specific requirements.