Building Permits in Brooklyn, New York
16,114 recent building permits filed in Brooklyn. Updated daily from public records.
16,114 permits
Combining lots and buildings 5910, 5912 and 5916 20 Avenue. Hub consultation conducted.
Interior renovation of 1 family brownstone at basement, 001, 002 and roof. minor structural work as per plans. no change in use, bulk, occupancy or egress.
Facade restoration and leak mitigation as per plans
Proposed interior renovation of an existing 2 family dwelling, partition and plumbing work as per plan. no change in use, egress or occupancy.
Sub-Slab Depressurization System for New School Building
Installation of temporary sidewalk shed as per plans. sidewalk shed shall comply with chapter 33 of the 2022 nyc building code. no change in use, egress or occupancy under this application.
Full demolition one (1) story garage.
File to install new AC units conjunction GC B01365701-P1, no change in use, egress or occupancy.
Subsequent application filed herewith for plumbing work type, installation of new plumbing fixtures, coldand hot water pipes, and gas lines, in conjunction to alt job b01138866-i1
Extension of elevated deck at rear (exterior patio)
Store interior renovation for coffee shop including replacement of store front, non-bearing partitions, ceiling tiles, cabinetry, equipment, furniture, lighting fixtures and floor & wall finishes. no...
Renovation of an existing building at cellar, 1st and 2nd floor. No change in use, egress or occupancy under this application.
Temp. construction fence
#508 - Mechanical work related to Fire restoration of existing apartment. No change to use egress or occupancy.
#507 - Water damage restoration of existing apartment. Plumbing to be filed subsequently. No change to use egress or occupancy.
Plumbing specifications filed in conjunction with bis application 340803045
#508 - Fire restoration of existing apartment. Plumbing and Mechanical work to be filed subsequently. No change to use egress or occupancy.
Subsequent fence application filed herewith.
Application filed herewith for minor interior renovation to existing residence. all plumbing filed under separate dob now application.
Work filed to show the interior renovation and change to layouts in apartment 1L and construction of new porch for 1L and 1R. No change in use, egress and 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.