NYC Construction Permit Expediting

A construction permit from the NYC Department of Buildings grants legal permission to perform construction or alteration work on a property. We help owners, developers, and contractors obtain DOB permits quickly and keep projects compliant with building codes and zoning regulations.

What Is a Construction Permit?

A construction permit is a legal document issued by DOB authorizing work on a building or site. It confirms that proposed construction complies with NYC Building Code, zoning resolution, and safety standards. Starting work without a valid permit can result in violations, stop work orders, fines, and required demolition of unapproved work.

Types of Construction Permits in NYC

• New Building (NB): New construction on vacant or developed lots
• Alteration Type 1 (ALT1): Major changes to use, occupancy, or egress
• Alteration Type 2 (ALT2): Multiple work types without change of use or egress
• Alteration Type 3 (ALT3): Single work type in one building department discipline
• Demolition permits: Full or partial demolition of structures
• Supplemental permits: Plumbing, electrical, and mechanical work filed with the main job

Steps to Obtain a Construction Permit

• Project assessment: Determine permit type, scope, and zoning compliance for the proposed work.
• Professional plans: Licensed architects or engineers prepare drawings, specifications, and required filings.
• Application submission: File the permit application with DOB through DOB NOW with all supporting documents.
• Plan review: DOB reviews the application for code, zoning, and safety compliance.
• Permit issuance: Once approved, DOB issues the permit and work may begin per approved plans.
• Inspections & sign-off: Required inspections are scheduled throughout construction until final approval.

When You Need a Construction Permit

• New building construction or major renovations
• Structural changes, additions, or change of use
• Legalizing prior unpermitted construction work
• Work cited on a DOB violation or stop work order
• Projects requiring Certificate of Occupancy upon completion

How We Help

• Permit type guidance: We identify the correct DOB filing for your project scope.
• Expedited filing: We prepare and submit applications through DOB NOW and track review status.
• Violation clearance: We file permits as part of resolving work-without-permit violations.
• Coordination with professionals: We work with architects, engineers, and contractors on complete filings.
• Inspection support: We help schedule DOB inspections and obtain sign-offs through project completion.

Related Services

• LAA Permit — limited alteration applications
• Plumbing Permit — plumbing permit applications
• Certificate of Occupancy — CO filing and approval
• Stop Work Order — lifting DOB stop work orders
• File Certificate of Correction — same-day DOB filing
• Contact Us — speak with a licensed NYC building expeditor