An overview of permit data for new swimming pool construction in Texas during 2022
Earlier this week, we reviewed the most recent HBW Activity Trend Reports for new residential construction in Texas during 2022, and today we will be taking a look at similar permit reports to uncover the latest data on swimming pool construction in the Lone Star State last year.
Statewide, there was just a 1 percent year-over-year increase in new swimming pool construction permits in 2022; based on the latest data, there appears to be a consistent and steady demand for swimming pools in nearly all four metro areas included in the report (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio). From January through December, there were 13,234 new swimming pool construction permits added to the HBW database for Texas, with the greatest annual growth taking place in Austin (+48% YOY) and the highest concentration of new permits originating from the Dallas area (6,244 permits).
Here is a closer look at the total permits and leading counties for new swimming pool construction in each of the four major metropolitan areas of Texas last year:
Dallas
Out of the four Texas regions reviewed, Dallas carried the highest volume of new pool construction last year, having 6,244 permits on record for the one-year period, reflecting steady and consistent activity that is on par with the previous year. Out of the six counties that make up the Dallas area, nearly half of all new construction took place in Collin County (1,626 permits) and Tarrant County (1,442 permits).
Houston
In Houston, there were 3,792 new swimming pool construction permits added to the HBW database last year, reflecting a 15 percent year-over-year decrease in new swimming pool construction. Out of the five counties that make up the Houston area, the bulk of new permits originated from Harris County where there were 2,152 permits on record for the year.
Austin
Last year, there was an impressive 48 percent year-over-year increase in new swimming pool construction in the Austin area, resulting in more than 2,030 new permits on record with HBW. Out of the four counties that make up the Austin area, Travis County held the greatest concentration of new pool construction activity, having approximately 1,545 permits on record with HBW for the 12-month period.
San Antonio
In San Antonio, there were more than 1,165 new swimming pool construction permits on record last year, reflecting a 19 percent year-over-year increase in new pool construction activity. Out of the three counties that make up the San Antonio area, Bexar County held the greatest concentration of construction, having 855 new permits on record for the year.
To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.