Building Permits in Brooklyn, New York
16,114 recent building permits filed in Brooklyn. Updated daily from public records.
16,114 permits
Interior Renovation All Floors . Horizontal extension to existing 2 family dwellings.
Plumbing work associated with conversion of second floor to residential use.
Mechanical specifications filed in conjunction with gc application b01206874-i1
Vertical and horizontal enlargement of existing 3-story residential building to a 6 story with a total of 10 dwelling units, general retail, and community facility
Interior Renovation All Floors . Horizontal extension to existing 2 family dwellings.
Installation of temporary heavy duty sidewalk shed and supported scaffold per plan submitted. Work shall comply with 2022 building codes chapter 33. No change in use, egress and/or occupancy with this...
Installation of new VERIZON site on the roof. Install 3 sectors (12 antennas) with associated parts, 6 RRH units, 3 GPS units and 1 equipment platform with related cabinets. Related conduits through 1...
Interior renovation on existing partial 3rd and 4th floor to create one additional dwelling unit. Obtain a new C of O
Horizontal Enlargement of existing two dwelling units, no change in C of O.
Filing for new boilers and gas meters in the cellar
Heavy duty sidewalk shed during bldg alteration, filed sep. sidewalk shed shall comply with ch #33 of the nyc bc. no change in use, occupancy or egress under this application.
HEREBY FILING FENCE APPLICATION IN CONJUNCTION TO New Building-B01182303-I1
Installation of new gas fired equipment and plumbing fixtures file in conjunction with ALT CO #B01286184-I1
Filed to address violations 39159659x, 39159658y, & 39159657m - partial interior renovation of existing 2-family, 2-story + basement, frame townhouse. no change to use, egress, or occupancy.
Installation of temporary sidewalk shed as per plans. no change in use, egress or occupancy.
Plumbing work proposed at basement of existing two-family home. No change of use, occupancy or egress
General Construction and structural work to replace damaged steel lintel and repair brick parapet at exterior facade indicated on drawings filed herewith. No change in use egress or occupancy under th...
Replacement of ex. main roofing system, membrane flashing, main rof parapet + bulkhead for evironmental bldg (e) of nycct. no change in use, egress or occupancy.
Temporary plywood construction fence at rear yard in conjunction with horizontal addition work at rear.
Installation of suspended scaffold
Brooklyn is seeing steady construction activity with 989 permits filed in the last 30 days. That's significant volume for contractors actively bidding on jobs. With 1,345 permits total on file, the borough offers consistent opportunity across multiple trade types and neighborhoods. Activity concentrates in five key zip codes. Williamsburg (11211) and Park Slope (11215) lead with 86 and 80 permits respectively. Carroll Gardens (11217), Downtown Brooklyn (11201), and Prospect Heights (11238) round out the top five with 79, 79, and 61 permits. These neighborhoods are where general contractors, roofers, plumbers, and electricians should focus their prospecting. Most permits filed are classified as "other" work (581 permits), but the breakdown matters for your business. Renovation work accounts for 197 permits, plumbing for 179, roofing for 119, and commercial permits for 73. The average permit value sits at $104,831, which helps you estimate project scope when evaluating leads. If you work in plumbing or roofing specifically, Brooklyn's permit data shows steady demand in both trades. DigPermit updates this data daily from public records, so you're always working with current information. Contractors who monitor permits early have the advantage when owners and GCs start accepting bids. The first call often wins the job.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in Brooklyn?
Monitor permit filings daily through DigPermit. With 989 permits filed in the last 30 days alone, new projects are posted constantly. Set up alerts for your trade type and target zip codes so you're notified when permits file. This gives you first-mover advantage before your competitors see the work. Call or email the property owner or general contractor within 24-48 hours of filing for best results.
What are the most common permit types in Brooklyn?
Other work leads with 581 permits on file. Renovation permits follow with 197, plumbing with 179, roofing with 119, and commercial permits with 73. If you're a plumber or roofer, Brooklyn shows strong demand in both trades. General contractors and electricians can find work across all categories. The high number of renovation permits indicates ongoing residential and commercial upgrade activity throughout the borough.
Which zip codes in Brooklyn have the most building permits?
Williamsburg (11215) leads with 86 permits, followed by Park Slope (11217) with 80, Downtown Brooklyn (11201) with 79, Prospect Heights (11211) with 70, and Carroll Gardens (11238) with 61. These five neighborhoods account for a significant share of active projects. Focus your outreach on these areas first, then expand to surrounding zip codes. Each neighborhood tends to have distinct project types, so adjust your pitch accordingly.
What is the average building permit value in Brooklyn?
The average permit value in Brooklyn is $104,831. This gives you a baseline for estimating project scope and bid size when you're reviewing new filings. Actual project costs vary widely depending on permit type and scope. Renovation and commercial permits typically run higher, while smaller plumbing and electrical permits may run lower. Use this average to prioritize which leads justify your sales effort.
How often is Brooklyn permit data updated?
DigPermit updates permit data daily from public records sources. This means you're always working with current information, not data that's weeks or months old. Daily updates give you the speed advantage over competitors who check permit records manually or infrequently. Set up daily alerts so new opportunities hit your inbox automatically, keeping your lead pipeline fresh.