--- title: "Permit-LV Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra" description: "With the help of Capterra, learn about Permit-LV Software - reviews, pricing plans, popular comparisons to other Inspection products and more." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/92310/Permit-LV/" page_type: "product" language: "en" --- # Permit-LV Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on August 26, 2026 Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[FAQs](#faqs)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) Permit-LV ## What is Permit-LV? Designed especially for smaller municipal jurisdictions! Windows based permit and inspections management system. Complete tracking of application, approvals, permit issuance, all inspections and C/O's when needed. Includes code enforcement inspections. Optional modules include contractor licensing, business licenses, rental property and/or landlord, annual fire inspections, elevator inspections and more. Includes numerous ways to customize the system so it functions the way you do business. ## What is Permit-LV used for? [Code Enforcement](https://www.capterra.com/code-enforcement-software/)[Inspection](https://www.capterra.com/inspection-software/) Top alternative Featured Overall rating Based on 10 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive \- Neutral \- Negative \- Starting price $2999 One Time Free trial not available Free version not included Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... 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[4.8 (18)](https://www.capterra.com/p/184923/idtPlans-Review/reviews/) Starting Price $2999 One Time Starting Price $1500 Per User, Per Year Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 4.8 (10) Ease Of Use 4.8 (3) Value For Money 4.9 (10) Value For Money 4.5 (3) Customer Service 5.0 (10) Customer Service 4.8 (3) ## Permit-LV alternatives [iMS Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/166664/iMSEnforce/) [4.7 (3)](https://www.capterra.com/p/166664/iMSEnforce/#reviews) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 100% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/166664/iMSEnforce/) [CityReporter](https://www.capterra.com/p/148299/CityReporter/) [4.4 (22)](https://www.capterra.com/p/148299/CityReporter/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 91% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/148299/CityReporter/) [Municity](https://www.capterra.com/p/191333/Municity-Multi-Platform-Solutions/) [5.0 (1)](https://www.capterra.com/p/191333/Municity-Multi-Platform-Solutions/#reviews) Starting price $5000.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 100% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/191333/Municity-Multi-Platform-Solutions/) Highest Rated [TEKConnectGov](https://www.capterra.com/p/266350/TEKConnectGov/) [5.0 (3)](https://www.capterra.com/p/266350/TEKConnectGov/#reviews) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 100% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/266350/TEKConnectGov/) [View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/92310/Permit-LV/alternatives/) ## FAQs about Permit-LV Overview ### Which roles and teams benefit most from Permit-LV? Permit-LV is most used by building officials, inspectors, zoning administrators, and permitting office staff in local government. These teams rely on it to manage permit applications, inspections, code compliance, and public records, while administrative clerks and assistants use it to organize workflows, track statuses, and keep department operations running efficiently. Answer based on 10 reviews Overview ### What company size and specific industries is Permit-LV built for? Permit-LV is designed for small to midsized villages, towns, cities, and counties, as well as private inspection agencies. It suits public-sector permitting and inspection organizations that need software for local government operations and third-party inspection work. Features and Usability ### What are the key features of Permit-LV? Permit-LV offers appointment management, approval process control, and case management for permit workflows. It also includes inspection management, failed inspection tracking, code enforcement, and violation tracking. Supporting features include customizable forms, fields, reports, and templates, plus audit trail, image capture, real-time reporting, and data import/export. Getting Started and Support ### What training and onboarding options does Permit-LV offer? Permit-LV provides in person training, live online sessions, and documentation to help teams get started. In person training supports face-to-face instruction, live online sessions allow guided remote setup, and documentation offers written reference material for self-paced learning and later review. Getting Started and Support ### What customer support options does Permit-LV offer? Permit-LV provides email/help desk, a knowledge base, and phone support. No reviewer feedback about support quality is available, so the customer experience with these channels cannot be described from user reports. ## Features AI summary Based on 1,542 Inspection reviews Not all inspection software covers every feature buyers care about most. Here is what Capterra reviewers highlight as essential when choosing a solution: - **Inspection Management** (**49%** of reviewers rated this feature as critical) - **Mobile Access** (**59%**) - **Work Order Management** (**52%**) Permit-LV supports **Inspection Management**, giving teams a central way to plan, document, and review inspections. However, it does not include **Mobile Access** or **Work Order Management**. Instead, it offers **Image Capture** (**42%**) and **Failed Inspection Tracking** (**43%**), which can still support field documentation and follow-up on issues that need correction. Together, these features help businesses keep inspection records organized, improve visibility into failed checks, and provide teams with clearer information for compliance and corrective action. Appointment Management Manage various aspects of appointments including booking, rescheduling, canceling Approval Process Control Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. Case Management Work on a set of tasks related to a particular charge, patient, legal issue or any other complex entity or process Code Enforcement Ensure all properties are adhering to government and legal codes Customer Database A collection of customer information such as contact details, demographics, previous interactions, etc. Permit-LV 22 features ### All Features - Appointment Management: Manage various aspects of appointments including booking, rescheduling, canceling - Approval Process Control: Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval - Audit Trail: A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. - Case Management: Work on a set of tasks related to a particular charge, patient, legal issue or any other complex entity or process - Code Enforcement: Ensure all properties are adhering to government and legal codes - Customer Database: A collection of customer information such as contact details, demographics, previous interactions, etc. - Customizable Forms: Customize contracts and forms to collect specific information - Customizable Reports: Alter the layout and content of reports - Customizable Templates: Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements - Data Import/Export: Import and export data to and from software applications - Failed Inspection Tracking: Track and store information regarding failed inspections - Forms Management: Store, manage and track all forms in a centralized location - Image Capture: Process images and automatically scan for data - Inspection Management: Track and manage inspections for worksites, vehicles, and/or equipment to remain compliant with industry standards - Performance Metrics: A set of indicators that tracks the performance of networks, applications, systems, teams, etc. - Real-Time Data: Receive data and information in real time - Real-Time Reporting: Active reporting of data and metrics - Real-Time Updates: Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made - Reporting & Statistics: Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns - Reporting/Analytics: View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data - Status Tracking: Track the status over time for a request, process, asset, or transaction - Violation Tracking: Identify and flag system, guidelines, or branding violations/suspicious behavior by users, customers, vendors, or partners. --- Get Advice We can help you find the software with the features you need. Features 4.7 (10) 4.7 Based on 10 reviews ## Pricing Value for money 4.9 (10) Basic $2,999 One Time Value for money 4.9 (10) 4.9 Based on 10 reviews Connect with a Capterra advisor for a free 15-minute consultation Get a personalized software list aligned to your business needs with guidance from our expert advisors. Our team has helped 1 million+ businesses like yours find options that fit their needs. ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 5.0 (10) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 5.0 (10) 5.0 Based on 10 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.7 Based on 10 reviews Filter by rating 5(7) 4(3) 3(0) 2(0) 1(0) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent ER Elizabeth R. Building Clerk Government Administration ### "Permit-LV Building Dept Software" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 September 4, 2018 Overall it has been an improvement on the last permit software used. The reports are easier to find and use, and generally include more information, which helps save paper. Any issue that came up with the software was immediately attended to by customer service, which was a big problem with the last software used. Pros The best feature about this software is the ability to customize is to each municipality. We were able to tailor the permit and inspection selections to the ones specifically used by our jurisdiction. Cons The only downside has been the software force quitting during use - some days it happens less than others. This may be linked to user error. Review source Vendor Referred: This reviewer was invited by the software vendor to submit an honest review. WC Winfred C. Building Official/Zoning Administrator Government Administration ### "PermitLV is everything you need to conduct permitting and maintenance task." 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 July 23, 2018 Assistance with perform my daily activities as a code enforcement professional. Pros The ease of use and the availability of the reports that every building department relies on. Very useful for small departments as well as larger organizations. Cons It is not compatible with apple apps. I use an ipad and iphone for inspections and code enforcement. Apple compatibility would be a nice addition in my opinion. Review source Vendor Referred: This reviewer was invited by the software vendor to submit an honest review. RF rodney F. building inspector ### "the most personal consideration you will ever get from any software company" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 July 18, 2018 cost savings from permit printing cost, tracking of permits, reports of permits, professional appearance, the ability for the next person after I'm gone to view previous permits Pros This software is tailored to building inspection departments, and support team knows the business and helps you get it all set up. There is someone you can call that knows where you are and what you need. Cons I felt setting up all of the parameters was not quite as intuitive as it could've been. If you use the software a lot this wouldn't be a problem. Review source Vendor Referred: This reviewer was invited by the software vendor to submit an honest review. DS Dylan S. Building Inspector Government Administration ### "The program does what we need it to do and the customer service is second to none!" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 July 17, 2018 Pros The reports that it generates are very helpful! Issuing building permits with this software is also very simple. Cons Some things are a little "labor intensive" to enter but overall, none. It does what we need it to do. Review source Vendor Referred: This reviewer was invited by the software vendor to submit an honest review. MC Melissa C. office admin/construction inspector Construction ### "Superb customer service. Easy set up." 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 July 17, 2018 It helped us form the core of our organizational procedure enabling us to track permits, inspections, violations, contractors etc. in an efficient and productive manner. Pros It is highly customizable. Again, the customer service is excellent- one-on-one personal communication, no "tickets" to fill out, immediate correspondence. Cons We had a little trial and error using the Traveling PLV to find the hardware that worked best in the field, but we found it and everything works great. Review source Vendor Referred: This reviewer was invited by the software vendor to submit an honest review. SH Sara H. Office Assistant ### "WindoWear is very user friendly " 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 0/10 July 17, 2018 Pros WindowWear is very easy to use and is user friendly. Printing reports are also very helpful and easy to manage. Cons There are some areas that I wish were more customizable. Sometimes the program shuts itself down when in the middle of a process. Review source Vendor Referred: This reviewer was invited by the software vendor to submit an honest review. CG CIndy G. Assessment Tech Government Administration ### "Permit- LV" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 June 30, 2016 Our Municipality has been using Permit LV for over 10 years. It has been nothing short of an amazing software system to issue permits, track revenue and generate just about any type of report needed. If something else is required all it takes is a phone call to have it put in the works. The tech support is stellar and connections and solutions are addressed within minutes. We have confidence that Permit LV will remain one of the integral parts of the Village of Grafton's partners in software. Thank you for making our permitting system so stream line and modern. It is a joy to work with them. Sincerely, Cindy Cindy Geiger Assessment Technician 860 Badger Circle Village of Grafton Grafton, WI 53024 Ph (262)-375-5305 Fax (262)-375-5312 Cons We have no cons!! Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. TN Tim N. Building Official Government Administration ### "Permit-LV Review" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 June 24, 2016 Have used Permit-LV for nine years. The City of Radford looked at many permit systems and found Permit -LV to be the most cost effective and easiest to use. The ability to generate and view reports at the touch of a button makes our office much more efficient. The best feature is customer support. To be able to talk to the designer of the software at a moments notice keeps the system up without downtime and allows our locality to customize for our specific needs. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. LP Lynn P. Administrative Assistant-County Manager Government Administration ### "Permit-LV of Scotland County, North Carolina" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 June 16, 2016 I have worked with the Scotland County Inspection Department for approximately four or five years and I have really enjoyed this software since I've been working with this department. The ease of usage. Simple. Pros I like mostly about this software is that the simplicity of it all. You can set the settings to pertain to what you are doing. Cons In some occasions, when you input permits, the system shows input twice. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Response from Vendor June 16, 2016 The occasional duplicate permit creation issue has been solved. GS Greg S. Building Official Government Administration ### "PERMIT-LV. BEST ON THE MARKET !!!" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 June 16, 2016 Very user friendly and more than capable of handling the needs of the Building Department on a day to day basis. The customer support is the BEST we have ever experienced. Would HIGHLY recommend this software to anyone !!! 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