Permitting software for the AI era
Streamline complex processes and simplify services for your community with the innovative permitting platform for modern government.
Better permitting software for your staff and your community
Reduce back-and-forth
Transparency at every step
Support economic growth
Join municipalities and counties in 35+ states using GovWell
“If it wasn’t for GovWell, I don’t know if I would still be doing this. My stress level was through the roof before, and within the first week of using it I noticed the difference.”
“A contractor emailed me to share that GovWell was the best software out of all the ones he deals with. That was so great to hear.”
“Everything we do is in step with GovWell and their customer service to the applicant has been amazing.”
“Really feels like a step into the 21st century — into systems that are modern, accessible, and designed for how small municipalities like ours actually work."
One permitting platform
from intake to inspection
Keep applicants informed, automatically
Verify contractors
before work begins
Catch issues
before staff review
Keep every reviewer
on the same page
Complete inspections from the field
See what's slowing permits down
AI that works alongside
your team at every step
The fundamentals, done right
Workflow automations
Public portal
Payments and fees
Document generation
Security and privacy
GIS integrations
Clarksville, Indiana cut permit issuance time in half
Better permitting software, from start to finish
Go live with confidence
Rolling out new software shouldn’t disrupt day-to-day operations. Our team brings firsthand public sector experience and works alongside your staff to configure workflows, migrate data, and train teams so the system works from the start.
Frequently
asked questions
GovWell's building permit software is used by building officials, permit technicians, plan reviewers, and inspectors — as well as the contractors, homeowners, and developers submitting applications. The platform is designed to serve both the staff who manage review and approval workflows and community members who need a fast, transparent way to apply and track their permits.
GovWell supports the full range of permit types: building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, grading, demolition, and more. Every permit type and workflow is fully configurable, so your team can set up the system to match how your jurisdiction operates rather than adapting to a one-size-fits-all template. Permit applications, plan review, inspections, and fee collection are all managed in one connected platform.
Inspectors can schedule, manage, and document inspections directly from the field on any phone or tablet using GovWell's mobile app. Community members can request inspections online, view scheduled times, and receive automatic updates on results. Every inspection is logged and automatically connected to the permit record, creating a complete audit trail from application to final approval.
Every GovWell customer is assigned a dedicated team to configure your permitting workflows, migrate your existing case data, and train your staff before go-live. Most jurisdictions are up and running in weeks, not months. After launch, your Deployment Strategist stays involved to refine workflows and ensure the software continues to serve your community as needs change.
GovWell's building permit software is purpose-built for local government, not a generic workflow tool adapted for municipalities. The platform combines AI-powered plan review, automated completeness checks, and a mobile-first inspection experience in one integrated system. Staff use GovWell because it's intuitive. Most important, when you need support, you reach a real person who knows your configuration and can get the help you need.
The best building permit software for municipalities and counties combines online application submission, AI-assisted plan review, mobile inspections, and real-time status tracking in one platform. Compared to software adapted from enterprise tools, platforms that are purpose-built for local government often include configurable workflows that match how your jurisdiction operates.
GovWell is used by municipalities and counties across the country and has helped communities cut permit processing times by up to 95%.