Building Permits in Queens, New York
10,604 recent building permits filed in Queens. Updated daily from public records.
10,604 permits
New plumbing work associated with NB Q01190694
Installation of construction fence as per the plans filed herewith. no change in use, occupancy or egress.
Subsequent filing support of excavation plans in conjunction with nb job# 402415356
Relocate existing fixtures and add one (1) additional restroom within the commercial suites per filed plans.
PLUMBING WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH NB APP # Q01277435 AND INSTALLATION OF 25 SPRINKLER HEADS. (The 3-fixture bathroom statement is mentioned in the comment section of the Certificate of Occupancy as BB...
Installation of pipe scaffold for jhs 158q at 46-35 oceania street, queens in conjunction with alt# q01095088, q01036467 as indicated on plans. there will be no change in the use, egress, or occupancy...
Sh/ps87q - for temporary construction equipment(shed) submitting on behalf of contractor, related to dob # q01002065, q08031940 no change in use, occupancy or egress
Exterior restoration as per plans filed herewith. no change to use, egress or occupancy.
Renovation of all living spaces, including replacement of interior doors, and demo/change of interior non-load bearing walls.
File pl & sp worktype in conjunction with job#q01222568
New dunkin' donuts store on 1st floor of an existing building. replace existing ceiling & floor tiles, lighting fixtures, & wall finishes. install new interior non-load bearing partitions. install new...
Proposed new vertical extension and horizontal extension for a new c.o. two family dwelling.
Replacement (1) new low pressure boiler. replacement (1) new gas burner. straight gas only. no change in means of egress use group or occupancy.
Reconnect existing low pressure gas line. straight gas only. no change in means of egress use group or occupancy.
Exterior restoration as per plans filed herewith. no change to use, egress or occupancy.
Plumbing herewith filed in conjunction with NB# 402458050. Due to time limitation examiner requested to file the amendment associated with the NB application through DOB Now. Under this application no...
full demolition of existing one story building.
Exterior restoration as per plans filed herewith. no change to use, egress or occupancy.
Foundation & earthwork in conjunction with proposed one family dwelling dob job # q00978237-i1
Application filed to renovate the existing 2nd floor - Unit B with modification of non bearing partitions with new finishes as per the plans filed herewith; No change to Use, Egress or Occupancy
QUEENS has 757 new permits filed in the last 30 days, showing steady construction activity across the borough. With 963 total permits on file, there's consistent work available for contractors who know where to look. The permit filings cover major renovations and commercial projects. The most active zip codes right now are 11101 (52 permits), 11354 (44 permits), 11355 (41 permits), 11365 (36 permits), and 11366 (35 permits). These neighborhoods account for a significant portion of new work. Roofing leads the specialty trades with 202 permits, followed by plumbing with 150 permits. If you work in these trades, these zip codes are your best targets for new leads. Average permit values in QUEENS sit at $218,813, which means jobs here have real budget. The most common permit category is "other" work (342 permits), but roofing (202), plumbing (150), and renovation (127) are where most specialty contractors find their bids. By monitoring permit filings in your trade, you can contact property owners and GCs before your competitors do. DigPermit updates QUEENS permit data daily from public records. Getting leads early matters. The contractors who bid first and fastest typically win the work. Having access to permits filed yesterday, not last week, is what separates active shops from slow ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in QUEENS?
Monitor building permit filings in your trade daily. QUEENS files an average of 25 new permits per day, so there's regular opportunity. When a permit is filed, the property owner and general contractor are committed to the work. You can reach out to them directly with a bid before they've locked in pricing with other contractors. Set up alerts for your specialty trade in your target zip codes - 11101, 11354, and 11355 are your most active areas right now.
What are the most common permit types in QUEENS?
Other work leads with 342 permits, but that's a catch-all category. The actionable numbers for contractors are: roofing (202 permits), plumbing (150 permits), renovation (127 permits), and commercial work (42 permits). If you're a roofer, plumber, or renovation contractor, QUEENS has consistent volume. If you're looking for commercial projects, the volume is lower but the values are typically higher.
Which zip codes in QUEENS have the most building permits?
11101 leads with 52 active permits, followed by 11354 (44 permits), 11355 (41 permits), 11365 (36 permits), and 11366 (35 permits). These five zip codes account for a significant share of all permitting activity. Focus your outreach and marketing in these areas first. If you service multiple trades, you'll find the densest concentration of leads in these neighborhoods.
What is the average building permit value in QUEENS?
The average permit value in QUEENS is $218,813. This is substantial work with real budgets attached. Projects of this size typically involve multiple trades and professional GCs. If you're pricing bids, keep this average in mind - it indicates you're competing for quality work, not small jobs. Larger permit values also mean property owners and GCs are serious about completing projects on time and on budget.
How often is QUEENS permit data updated?
DigPermit pulls QUEENS permit data directly from public records on a daily basis. Permits filed today appear in the system within 24 hours. For contractors trying to win bids, this speed matters. You get a one-day window before most other contractors see the same permits. Checking the feed daily and bidding immediately gives you a real competitive advantage over shops that only check weekly.