Building Permits in Brooklyn, New York
16,114 recent building permits filed in Brooklyn. Updated daily from public records.
16,114 permits
Prop. interior renovation of 1st flr and cellar & 3 piece of bath flr as an accessory use of 1st flr in an exist 2 family dwell no work to be done at 2nd flr (no part of this application) no change in...
Installation of temporary sidewalk shed, construction fence at staging areas, and pipe scaffold as per plans. installation shall comply with chapter 33 of the 2022 nyc building code. no change in use,...
Storm drainage for roof of new 1-story rear addition. Minor plumbing modifications at existing house per plans
Convert the front part of 1st floor of an existing 4-story commercial building to place of worship. obtain new certificate of occupancy.
Installation of temporary sidewalk shed, construction fence at staging areas, and pipe scaffold as per plans. installation shall comply with chapter 33 of the 2022 nyc building code. no change in use,...
Filing for interior work to install commercial exhaust hood inside existing (eating & drinkingestablishment). work also to install floor tiles, and interior finishes throughout. work asper plans.
Minor partition work with general carpentry in apt 2. No Change to use, bulk or egress
Installation of 8 feet high construction fence to secure the staging area and instsall new equipment. no change in use, egress, or occupancy.
Parapet repair as per plans. All work to be completed above the roof line. No change to occupancy, use, or egress.
Plumbing work type hereby filed subsequent to the Alt. GC application B00876369-I1
Installation of PV system on existing roof no change to egress or use of occupancy
Construction of fence as per plans filed herewith. no change in use, egress and occupancy.
Installation of temporary shoring to support sidewalk vault as per plans filed herewith.
Install exterior illuminated wall sign (dunkin')
Install exterior illuminated wall sign (dunkin')
Replace all existing roof drains with new roof drains, piping and insulation. replace all existing scupper drains & piping. replace vent piping.
Installation of temporary sidewalk shed, construction fence at staging areas, and pipe scaffold as per plans. installation shall comply with chapter 33 of the 2022 nyc building code. no change in use,...
Interior renovation at 2nd floor related to construction of new partitions, finishes, doors and ceiling as indicated on plans filed herewith, no change in use egress or occupancy under this applicatio...
General renovation of 2-family building with removing partition, repairing ceiling, new floor tiles, partition, door, replacing windows, beams and new rear area way as per plan. no change in use, egre...
Installation of solar pv system. no change to use, egress, or occupancy.
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.