Connecting Dots: Harnessing Diverse Perspectives for the Integration of Digital Building Permits and Logbooks

Abstract: The integration of Digital Building Permits (DBP) and Digital Building Logbooks (DBL) is increasingly recognised as essential for sustainable and data-driven construction and building lifecycle management. This study examines how European initiatives, including permitting platforms, logbook gateways, city digital twins and building stock observatories, contribute to DBP and DBL integration, often implicitly. Using a step-by-step thematic analysis of stakeholder and expert interviews, the research identifies shared data foundations, maturity gaps and governance challenges. The findings outline initial pathways for aligning fragmented initiatives and support the development of coherent and interoperable DBP and DBL ecosystems.