is anyone aware of a website where you can view if a contractor has pulled a building permit?

Answer 1

That would depend on the jurisdiction you live in.
If you call them and give them the address or tax ID No., etc. they should be able the tell you in short order.

Answer 2

here where i live we log on to the local county gov. web site. then look at permits and it will show if pulled and who signed and paid for it.

what state and county and city r u in?

lic. gen. contractor