Work across 6 different trades pushed the permit count in Worcester to 305 for the week of September 14–20, 2026. Measured by volume, building ranked first among the week's trades, responsible for 120 of 305 permits spread over 199 streets. Recent weeks have averaged 270 permits; this week's count marks a +2% change from the seven days prior.
| Trade | Permits |
|---|---|
| Building | 120 |
| Electrical | 102 |
| Gas | 36 |
| Plumbing | 34 |
| HVAC | 12 |
| Renovation/Remodel | 1 |
Streets with new filings: Abbott St, Aetna St, Amherst St, Anderson Ave, Anna St, Ararat St, Arborwood Dr, Asbury Rd and 191 more.
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