Building Permits in Brooklyn, New York
16,160 recent building permits filed in Brooklyn. Updated daily from public records.
16,160 permits
Proposed new 3-story 1-family residence
Proposed horizontal & vertical enlargement to an existing 3 story & cellar building.
Plumbing work type filed in conjunction with alt job:b01034419-i1
file PL work for the 001 medical office renovation in conjunction with job #B01348675-I1 , no change in use, egress or occupancy
Suspended Scaffold Installation for Facade Restoration and Inspection
St filed in conjunction with nb b01248951-i1.
Proposed installation of heavy duty sidewalk shed as per plans. live load 300 lbs per square feet. sidewalk shed shall comply with chapter #33 of the nyc building code. no change in use, occupancy, or...
Ch/ps31k for temporary construction equipment(chute) submitting on behalf of contractor, in conjunction with dob # b00448149 no change in use, occupancy or egress
File plumbing work type. install new plumbing fixtures at cellar 1st and 2nd floor. general construction work was filed under job#b01353953-i1.
Mechanical work in conjunction with renovation of 3-story nycha multiple dwelling throughout: provide new hvac system from the cellar to a new prefrabicated heating boiler pod; no changes to use, egre...
Modification / repair of existing legal, non-conforming indirectly illuminated rooftop advertising sign structure and replace two signs with one. no increase in the degree in non-conformity. no change...
Convenience opening in masonry wall between 711 and 713 Brighton Beach Avenue.
Temporary sidewalk shed installation and use as per plans filed herewith. no change to use, egress or occupancy.
Reinforcement of existing electrical equiment foundation footings and piers at the Farragut Substation locations depicted on the cover page of the drawing set.
Decommission and abandon in place existing indirect domestic water heaters, recirculation pump, and associated piping with valves; provide new domestic water and gas piping from the cel to a new boile...
INSTALLATION OF PLUMBING FIXTURES AND ASSOCIATED PIPING IN CONJUNCTION WITH GC JOB #b01267948-i1. NO CHANGE IN USE, OCCUPANCY OR MEANS OF EGRESS.
Four-story residential building - 21 dwelling units
Rooftop solar installation. no change to use, occupancy or egress.
Interior renovation of existing cellar for ex. 1-family house with general construction as per plan filled herewith. no change of use, egress or certificate of occupancy.
install 16 gas boilers in the cellar existing boiler room. no change in use, occupancy or egress. existing co #B55519
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.