What Kind of Construction Jobs Come from Planning Applications?
BuildAlert tracks planning applications across North Yorkshire that lead to real building jobs. These are the most common types of projects our trades win work from:
Extensions (Rear, Side & Wrap-Around)
Create more living space — ideal for general builders, architects, and window fitters.
Barn & Farm Building Conversions
Common in rural North Yorkshire — great for builders, roofers, and conservation experts.
Heritage Property Renovations
Renovation work on listed buildings and historic homes, especially around Harrogate and York.
Loft Conversions & Dormers
Ideal for roofing contractors, joiners, and structural teams.
Garden Rooms & Annexes
Garden offices and living units — perfect for electricians, heating installers and carpenters.
Change of Use Applications
Garages to rooms, barns to homes — often require complete internal fit-outs.
Roofing Projects & Skylight Installs
Including pitched-to-flat conversions and Velux windows — key for roofers and joiners.
New Self-Build Homes
From foundation to roof — multi-trade opportunities across the county.
If you're a general contractor, carpenter, roofer, or renewable energy specialist — BuildAlert helps you reach local homeowners first.
How to Get Construction Leads in North Yorkshire
Choose your trade, set your coverage area, and receive live construction job alerts in North Yorkshire — all based on planning applications.
- ✔️ Live builder leads from planning applications filed in North Yorkshire
- ✔️ Filter by postcode, town or trade — only get what matters to you
- ✔️ Send letters to homeowners before quotes are requested
- ✔️ No subscriptions — just pay when you want to contact a lead
Who Uses BuildAlert?
- ✅ Builders & Contractors – extensions, conversions and general building work
- ✅ Electricians – for rewires and new installs in lofts, extensions, and garden rooms
- ✅ Roofers – re-roofs, dormers, conservation area work
- ✅ Carpenters & Joiners – structural and internal timber work
- ✅ Underfloor Heating Installers – for new builds and high-end refurbs
- ✅ Window & Door Fitters – bi-folds, skylights and glazing in extensions
- ✅ Groundworkers – site prep and drainage for self-builds and extensions
Why Trades in North Yorkshire Use BuildAlert
- Genuine Planning-Based Leads: See projects before they hit local directories or trade sites.
- Tailored Alerts: Only receive jobs based on your postcode and specialism.
- Real-Time Updates: Daily scans of North Yorkshire councils — no delays.
- No Ongoing Cost: Free to browse — pay only if a lead is useful.
- Letter-Sending Tools: Contact homeowners early and get ahead of competing quotes.
How BuildAlert Works
1. Sign Up & Set Your Preferences
Create your free account and tell us your trade and where in North Yorkshire you work.
2. Get Daily Planning Alerts
We scan all North Yorkshire planning submissions and notify you of new jobs like extensions, conversions, or builds that need your trade.
3. Reach Out with One Click
Send a printed letter directly to the homeowner. Introduce your business and offer a quote – no knocking doors or cold calls.
Areas We Cover in North Yorkshire
BuildAlert tracks planning applications from every North Yorkshire council. Key areas include:
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can use BuildAlert?
Any residential construction trade — including electricians, builders, roofers, window installers and more.
Where are the leads from?
From planning applications submitted to North Yorkshire councils. These are live residential jobs.
How fast will I see leads?
Most users start receiving leads within 24–48 hours of registering.
Can I set a radius?
Yes — choose your postcode coverage and we’ll only send leads nearby.
“I picked up 2 jobs in the first week from planning leads in York – brilliant service.” — Dave R., Harrogate-based builder
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