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PermitFlow

Category: AI Infrastructure

AI-powered pre-construction platform that automates permitting workflows for faster approvals, reduced admin work, and increased revenue in construction PermitFlow was founded in 2021. The company is led by Francis Thumpasery. Based in New York, United States. Team size: 80-100. Total funding raised: $90.5M. Latest round: Series B, $54.0M, 2025-12, led by Accel. Key investors include Accel, Kleiner Perkins, Felicis, Initialized Capital, Altos Ventures, Y Combinator.

Founded
2021
Headquarters
New York, United States
Team size
80-100
Total funding
$90.5M

Value proposition

TurboTax for construction permitting. AI-powered platform that automates the entire permitting process from application to approval, reducing time and costs while increasing project revenue. End-to-end workflow and automation software designed to simplify the often cumbersome process of obtaining construction permits.

Products and solutions

AI-powered permitting platform, Permit application management, Workflow automation, Pre-construction platform, Permit tracking and monitoring, Code compliance services, Integration with construction management tools

Unique value

AI-powered platform that automates construction permitting workflows, reducing time from weeks to days and eliminating administrative burden, enabling builders to build without barriers.

Target customer

Residential builders, contractors, commercial developers, and renewable energy firms seeking to streamline construction permitting processes

Industries served

Residential Construction, Commercial Construction, Renewable Energy, General Contractors, Developers

Technology advantage

Proprietary AI agents powered by LLMs for deciphering obscure municipal rules, nationwide scalability, error-free submissions, real-time visibility; leverages massive data moat for unmatched accuracy and speed.

How they differentiate

PermitFlow differentiates as the first comprehensive AI-powered construction permit platform. Unlike point solutions or manual processes, PermitFlow provides end-to-end automation with a team of architects, structural engineers, and permitting experts. Their AI technology addresses construction's biggest bottlenecks, positioning them as the TurboTax equivalent for construction permitting.

Main competitors

GreenLite, OpenCounter, CivCheck

Key partnerships

Integrations with CRMs and construction software (no-code/deep)., Customers/collaborators: Lennar, Amazon, Dick's Sporting Goods., Investors as strategic backers: Accel, Kleiner Perkins, Felicis, Y Combinator.

Notable customers

Amazon, Ikea, Lennar, Red Tail, Urban Moment, Wright Construction

Major milestones

$54M Series B funding (Dec 2025), $31M Series A funding, $5.5M seed round, Y Combinator W22 batch, $20B+ in construction value permitted, 7,000+ AHJs served

Growth metrics

$20B+ in construction value permitted, 7,000+ AHJs served, 80-100 employees

Market positioning

Positioned as the nation's leading AI platform for construction permitting. Targets residential builders, contractors, commercial developers, and renewable energy firms seeking to eliminate permitting bottlenecks.

Geographic focus

United States, powering $20B+ in construction value permitted across 7,000+ AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction)

Patents and IP

No public patents or IP disclosed.

About Francis Thumpasery

Co-Founded PermitFlow in 2021. Previously worked in operations, product, and investing at NY-Based Activist Hedge Fund (2018-2021). Private equity investing at Advent International (2013-2018). Management consulting at McKinsey & Company (2012-2013).

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