Turn Public Permits Into Private R&D Tax Credit Opportunities
Every permit tells a story of innovation. We read thousands of permits daily across construction, manufacturing, food & beverage and energy to identify businesses with R&D activities.
95% of R&D Happens Outside Silicon Valley – But Nobody's Looking
Patents are sexy but rare. Permits are boring but everywhere.
Every business that builds, manufactures, processes, or innovates needs permits
Permits reveal technical challenges, experimental processes, and innovation in real-time
Traditional R&D tax consultants only see the obvious 5% (software, biotech, aerospace)
The other 95% is hiding in permit databases across America
Every Permit is a Breadcrumb Leading to R&D Activities
Our Data Sources:
Building/Construction Permits
Reveal custom engineering, architectural innovation, energy modeling
Manufacturing/Industrial Permits
Show process improvements, equipment modifications, quality testing
Alcohol/Food Production Permits
Indicate recipe development, fermentation R&D, preservation testing
Environmental Permits
Expose new processes, waste reduction innovations, sustainability R&D
Electrical/Mechanical Permits
Highlight custom installations, system integrations, efficiency improvements
Health & Safety Permits
Reveal new protocols, testing procedures, compliance innovations
Patent Filings
The obvious ones (but we catch these too)
How We Transform Public Records Into Qualified Lead
Permit Mining
Aggregate permits from 3,000+ municipalities, federal databases, state records
R&D Signal Detection
AI identifies technical uncertainty indicators, experimental language, innovation markers
QRE Scoring
Assign probability scores based on permit type, industry, technical complexity
Lead Enhancement
Append company data, decision-makers, project values, timing indicators
High Intent R & D Permit Example
Associated cost: 3.4 million
Architect: Hothan Alexander J
City: Chicago
Permit Number: 101064443
Work Description: SC 2019 CBRC: INITIAL BUILDOUT OF TENANT OFFICE SPACE INCLUDING LABS, MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, SUPPORT SPACES, AND ASSOCIATED SITE WORK
Rationale:
  • Labs and systems imply technological experimentation and complex design.
  • Initial buildout fits Section 41 (credit) and 174 (capitalization).
  • A strong contender for R&D tax credits per current IRS standards.
We focus on high-intent construction permits to uncover R&D tax credit opportunities. These permits often involve intricate design, tech integration, and system coordination, signaling potential R&D activities.
Traditional approach
Hi John,

I hope you are doing well! I am reaching out to introduce myself and see if your company has been involved in any projects that might qualify for R&D tax credits.

These credits can offer substantial financial benefits for innovative businesses, and we would be happy to explore opportunities for you.

Would you be open to a quick conversation about potential R&D credits?
Aichemy's approach
Hi John,

Quick heads-up: the project under permit 101064443, issued on 05/30/2025, is eligible for R&D tax credits.

R&D activity: This initial buildout includes lab spaces with integrated mechanical, electrical, and support systems, demanding high-level design, coordination, and specialized engineering to meet strict performance and compliance standards under Sections 41 and 174.

Would it be helpful if I sent over a document highlighting this project's R&D tax credit scope and estimated qualifying costs?
R&D Is Everywhere – If You Know Where to Look
Manufacturing & Production
  • Equipment modification permits reveal Process Improvement R&D.
  • Environmental compliance permits indicate Sustainability Innovation.
  • Quality certification permits suggest Testing & Validation R&D. (e.g., Food manufacturer's USDA permit for new preservation technique development)
Construction & Architecture
  • Building permits with LEED targets signal Energy Efficiency R&D.
  • Structural permits for unique designs highlight Engineering Innovation.
  • Solar installation permits show Renewable Integration R&D. (e.g., Architect's permit details computational design and material innovation)
Food & Beverage
  • Alcohol production permits pinpoint Fermentation and Flavor R&D.
  • FDA facility permits underscore Food Science Development.
  • Agricultural permits indicate Crop Optimization & Processing Innovation. (e.g., Brewery's TTB permit reveals experimental hop processing methods)
Energy & Utilities
  • Interconnection permits show Grid Integration R&D.
  • Drilling/extraction permits reveal Resource Optimization.
  • Renewable energy permits indicate System Efficiency R&D. (e.g., Solar farm's permits highlight battery storage integration challenges)
Life Sciences & Chemistry
  • EPA permits suggest Chemical Process Development.
  • Clinical trial permits reveal Medical Device/Drug R&D.
  • Laboratory permits indicate Testing & Validation. (e.g., Cannabis processor's state permit shows extraction method R&D)
Not Just Leads – Complete R&D Credit Opportunities
Public Records, Private Advantage
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