📡 How to feed live permit data into this system

Option 1 — Minneapolis API (free, automated): Click "Pull Minneapolis Open Data API" above. Fetches real commercial permits via the Socrata API. Note: browser CORS blocks the direct call — for production use, run a simple proxy server or use a free Netlify Function (I can build that for you).

Option 2 — Manual entry (works now, always): Find a permit on any portal → click "Add lead" → fill in the GC details. 60 seconds per lead. Best bang for your time on high-value projects.

Option 3 — BuildingConnected: You already have access. Filter active MN projects, copy GC info, paste into the Add form. This is your fastest source for projects that are already bid-ready.

Option 4 — PermitPulse / ConstructConnect ($): Paid tools ($99–$299/mo) that auto-aggregate all MN permits with GC contact info pre-filled. Worth it once you're doing $30K+/mo.