Building Permits in Queens, New York
10,604 recent building permits filed in Queens. Updated daily from public records.
10,604 permits
File pl worktype in conjunction with job#q01115205
Enlargement of existing one story garage. no change in use, occupancy or egress.
This application is filed to do facade repair work for the local law 11 and also to dismiss the violations related to this.
Chute Installation
Sitework as per plans filed
Renovation and enlargement of Emergency Department
Ps 139q - replace 12 rooftop hvac units. no change in egress, use or occupancy.
Conversion of single room occupancy building to 1 family house, renovation on the level of the cel, 1st, 2nd & 3rd floors and proposed porch at rear. change to co requested.
Ps 139q - patching of interior partitions and walls, patching at roof to support hvac equipment replacement. no change in use, egress or occupancy.
CelL: 2pc bathroom, 2 new combo boilers,AD,FD. First fL: Relocate kitchen (gas stove, sink) relocate 1 bath , add new 3pc bath, propose W. machine, gas dryer and D. washer. Second fl: Relocate kitchen...
Installation of temporary fence filed in conjunction with #440554302 as per plans filed herewith. See comment#24
Interior Alteration / Renovation due to age
facade repairwork as per plans filed herewith. no change to use, egress or occupancy.
Provide new sleeves and link seal fittings at water service piping sanitary piping and fresh air intake piping as shown on drawings remove and reinstall piping as shown on drawings for concrete waterp...
Provide link seal fittings in existing sprinkler water service piping penetrations
This application is being filed for curb cut
File pl worktype in conjunction with nb job#q00792147
Restore the front yard planting area to its legally required condition to remove the violation # 39133324z. no change in use, egress, or occupancy under this applocation.
Interior renovation of store including a commercial kitchen with kitchen hood and duct work
installation of construction fence to protect site, during full demolition
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.