1. A structure constructed with durable materials intended to remain in place indefinitely, as opposed to temporary or provisional structures
The government approved funding for a permanent building to house the new museum.
O governo aprovou financiamento para um edifício permanente que abrigará o novo museu.
2. In construction and real estate, a building built to last with a solid foundation and substantial materials
The company invested in a permanent building rather than renting temporary office space.
A empresa investiu em um edifício permanente em vez de alugar espaço de escritório temporário.