Building Permits in Brooklyn, New York
16,114 recent building permits filed in Brooklyn. Updated daily from public records.
16,114 permits
Proposed installation of heavy duty sidewalk shed as per plans. live load 300 lbs per square feet. sidewalk shed shall comply with chapter #33 of the nyc building code. no change in use, occupancy, or...
Herewith filed a construction fence, application is in conjunction with nb#321700780
General construction
8' Construction Fence
School playground upgrade including installation of new concrete and asphalt pavements, new safety surface and play equipment.
Legalize the replacement of retaining wall in the rear yard, No change in use, occupancy or egress. Remove violation No. 35578387M; 35568462Y
General construction as well as proposed elevator shaft as per plans submitted.
Temporary construction fence work only.
Install sprinkler system in conjunction with New Building Application No. 321327863
Plumbing application in conjunction with 340797668
Subsequent filing excavation and foundation design horizontal and vertical enlargement to existing one-family residence with cellar in conjunction with primary application number B01193007-I1. No chan...
Construction fence installation for proposed construction work
Roof drain replacement throughout and install 2 new drains on second floor roof
No work is being proposed under this application. alt gc application is being filed in conjunction to bis alt 1 job# 321920025. application filed to create tpp filing to satisfy requirements
File plumbing work type. install new plumbing fixtures at cellar 1st and 2nd floor. general construction work was filed under job#b01353953-i1.
Provide 1 new Split system for Auditorium IDF room and replace 4 gravity ventilators provide Temporary AC units. And exhaust Fans.
Installation of a temporary wooden construction fence
Alt-1 file to conversion existing warehouse to auto body repair shop.
Installation of 200 ft of Temporary Construction Fence , at the building , No change of Use or Egress Or Occupancy of the building.
Decommission and abandon in place existing indirect domestic water heaters, recirculation pump, and associated piping with valves; provide new domestic water and gas piping from the cel to a new boile...
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.