Building Permits in Queens, New York
10,604 recent building permits filed in Queens. Updated daily from public records.
10,604 permits
Proposed renovation & addition on the left side of the house. In addition to: Interior 1st fl remodel & addition of 780 SF (filed under an old Alt 1 402310717, status was permit partial prior to Revok...
Erect construction fence.
Application being filed to renovate existing first floor.
Replace existing gas boiler, hot water heater and dryer in the cellar. construct a new three-fixture bathroom in the cellar. replace existing residential stove on first floor and install new plumbing...
Plumbing realted to a proposed beauty salon at first floor of an existing mixed use building. a separate certificate of occupancy application is being filed for the change of use group.
Job filed herewith of plumbing work for interior renovation of an ex. commercial 2-story structure, incl. new, replaced and relocated plumbing fixtures as per plans. no change in use, egress, or occup...
Install the new wood shed at rear yard to cdre ecb violation#39168060y. no change in use, occupancy or egress.
HVAC tenant fit-out including installation and replacement of air conditioning and ventilation equipment, associated ductwork and piping, and related controls within the existing ground-floor tenant s...
Installation of temporary heavy duty sidewalk shed as per plans. no change in use, egress or occupancy. sidewalk shed shall comply with chapter #33 of 2022 the nyc building code. live load 300psf.
Supported Scaffold Installation as per plans filed herewith. No change in use, egress or occupancy.
Installation of pipe scaffolding as per plans. pipe scaffolding shall comply with chapter # 33 of the 2022 code. no change in use occupancy or egress under this application.
Proposed installation of temporary pipe scaffold as per plans. work shall comply with chapter #33 of 2022 the nyc building code. no change in use, occupancy, or egress under this application.
Proposed installation of temporary pipe scaffold as per plans. work shall comply with chapter #33 of 2022 the nyc building code. no change in use, occupancy, or egress under this application.
Installation of temporary 8 ft. construction fence around perimeter of lot.
Installation of temporary heavy duty sidewalk shed as per plans. no change in use, egress or occupancy. sidewalk shed shall comply with chapter #33 of 2022 the nyc building code. live load 300psf.
Use of Telehandler for SOE and foundation construction. This application is filed in conjunction with NBQ01118133-I1
Sidewalk Shed Installation as per plans filed herewith.
This filing is for an Amended Certificate of Occupancy for the 2nd and 3rd floors only. The scope includes minor interior work such as door relocation, wall opening modifications, and painting. The or...
Install 8'-0 height construction fence as per plan. no change to use, occupancy or egress.
Application filing for minor renovation at cellar, 1st and 2nd floor for existing two family home as per plan. no change of ues, egress and 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.