Building Permits in Brooklyn, New York
16,160 recent building permits filed in Brooklyn. Updated daily from public records.
16,160 permits
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...
8' Construction Fence
Four-story residential building - 21 dwelling units
Installation of 8ft contruction fence.
Application filed to show conversion of 5 familyhouse to 3 family house as per plans filed herewith. change to certificate of occupancy requested.
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.
Proposed interior renovation on cellar, 1st, 2nd & 3rd floors and 4th floor. partition works as per plans. no change use or occupancy.
Herewith filing architectural work for facade repairs, new ramp and railing as per plans. no change in use, egeress or occupancy.
SUBSEQUENCE PLUMBING WORK WITH DOBNow GC JOB#: B01366750-I1. CAP &REMOVE PLUMBING FIXTURES & INSTALL NEW PLUMBING FIXTURES AS PER PLAN SUBMITTED. NO CHANGE TO USE, EGRESS OR OCCUPANCY.
Installation of solar pv system on the existing rooftop and carport. no changes to the egress, use or occupancy
Convenience opening in masonry wall between 711 and 713 Brighton Beach Avenue.
INSTALLATION OF PLUMBING FIXTURES AND ASSOCIATED PIPING IN CONJUNCTION WITH GC JOB #b01267948-i1. NO CHANGE IN USE, OCCUPANCY OR MEANS OF EGRESS.
Upper vale-civil/sitework improvements at prospect park-vale of cashmere. no change to use, egress, or occupancy.
General renovation of an existing 2 story 2-family building with repair/replace/new partition, door, ceiling, floor, window, painting work as per plan, structure work with replace steel beam and excav...
Installation of construction fence.
Interior renovation work, horizontal enlargement and conversion from one family to two families
Plumbing work type filed in conjunction with alt job:b01034419-i1
Plumbing work filed in conjunction with new single family building. install new plumbing fixtures & related components.
Install hvac system for 2nd-4th floor for the building in subsequent with job#b01146694, in order to remove ecb violation#39129793j. no change in use, egress and occupancy.
Cap and remove existing one oil boiler and oil tank in cellar and install 16 gas boilers and 16 gas hot water heaters for existing 16 apts. existing use16 apt co# B55519 . No change in use occupancy o...
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.