Building Permits in Bronx, New York
6,382 recent building permits filed in Bronx. Updated daily from public records.
6,382 permits
Full demolition to a three story house
Proposed temporary construction fence outside the property line but within 3 feet of the property line
Installation of temporary overhead protection as per plans. no change in use, egress or occupancy.
Herewith filing plumbing work as per plans. No Change of use, egress or occupancy.
Sprinkler specifications filed in conjunction with gc application x01194449-i1
PL work as per plans
New detention tank and trench drain and associated piping. Removal of existing drain.
It is proposed to file for soe work as shown on plans for the proposed new school.
Application filed herewith to convert an existing two story + basement three family buidling into a ten family
Filing for innovation and removal of violations(39136639r & 39136640y) where different electric lines and partition was created at cellar. bring back cellar to its original condition for legal use of...
Proposed 8ft construction fence. no change to use, egress or occupancy under this application.
Foundation work filed in conjunction with NB application X01065781-I1.
Plumbing application filed herewith in conjunction to alt-co application x01241040-i1
Filing for change of use from e-business to i-1 institutional. demo and install of non-load bearing partitions, finishes & fix as per plans. install of mechanical units and assoc equipment as per plan...
Filing Two Temporary Dry Standpipe system with compressor and one FDC siamese connection in conjunction with NB # X00969702-I1.
Full demolition to a one story garage
The plans enclosed depict the proposed structural repair & reinforcement at the 1-story building located at 809 east 140 street, bronx, ny 10454
Proposed 8ft high temporary construction fence.
Temporary enclosure system for adjoining property protection
Filing of existing 2-family home to show interior renovations as per plans and correction open violations. no change in use, egress or occupancy. no change in bulk
BRONX has serious construction activity right now. We're tracking 408 permits filed in just the last 30 days, with 523 total permits on file. Other work dominates the permit types (271 permits), but roofing (71 permits) and renovation (77 permits) are solid categories with steady opportunity. For contractors looking to bid, this volume means consistent leads coming through. The action isn't spread evenly across the borough. Zip code 10462 leads with 54 permits, followed by 10463 (42 permits), 10458 (41 permits), 10452 (37 permits), and 10456 (34 permits). If you're a roofer, plumber, electrician, or general contractor, these five zones are where you'll find the most active projects right now. The permit mix in these areas runs the full spectrum: roofing jobs, plumbing work, commercial builds, and renovation projects. The average permit value in BRONX sits at $119,509. That's substantial enough to justify bidding time and effort, especially when you multiply it across the number of active projects. Roofing contractors should pay attention to the 71 roofing permits filed. Plumbers have 32 permits specifically tagged as plumbing work. The "other" category (271 permits) captures work that often needs multiple trades, so monitoring this category helps you identify jobs that need your services. DigPermit pulls this data directly from public records and updates daily. Contractors who monitor permits as soon as they're filed get the advantage of being first to reach property owners and developers. In a competitive market, a one-day lead on the competition matters for landing bids.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in BRONX?
Monitor building permit filings as they happen. BRONX averages 408 new permits per month, so there's consistent opportunity. Check the most active zip codes first: 10462, 10463, 10458, 10452, and 10456. When a permit is filed, property owners and contractors start receiving bids within days. The faster you see a permit and reach out, the better your chance of being considered. DigPermit updates daily from public records, so check frequently if you're serious about capturing leads.
What are the most common permit types in BRONX?
The breakdown is clear from current data. Other work leads with 271 permits, followed by renovation (77 permits) and roofing (71 permits). Commercial permits (33) and plumbing permits (32) round out the top five. If you're a roofing contractor, the 71 roofing permits represent real opportunity in BRONX right now. Plumbers have a solid pipeline with 32 permits. Renovation work is the second-largest category, so general contractors and renovation specialists should be actively monitoring these filings.
Which zip codes in BRONX have the most building permits?
Five zip codes account for the highest activity: 10462 leads with 54 permits, 10463 has 42 permits, 10458 has 41 permits, 10452 has 37 permits, and 10456 has 34 permits. These five zones represent your best hunting ground for active projects. If you're new to BRONX or looking to focus your bidding efforts, start in these areas. The combination of permit volume and diversity of work types makes these zones reliable sources for consistent bids.
What is the average building permit value in BRONX?
The average permit value in BRONX is $119,509. That's a meaningful project size that justifies investment in bidding. With 408 new permits filed in the last 30 days, you're looking at substantial dollar volume flowing through the borough. Projects at this value level typically involve multiple trades and sustained work, not quick one-day jobs. Factor this into your estimating and scheduling decisions.
How often is BRONX permit data updated?
DigPermit updates permit data daily from public records. This means new filings appear in the system on the same day they're recorded. For contractors, this is critical. Being the first to know about a permit gives you days of advantage over competitors who check less frequently. Set up alerts or check daily if you're actively bidding in BRONX. The contractors who win bids consistently are the ones monitoring permits closest to the filing date.