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License Types

License Deactivation

Replacement License/ID Guidelines

Exams & Qualifications

Applications & Forms

Disciplinary Actions & Surrenders

Licensing Insurance Guidelines

Special Inspection Registration

Corporate Documents Guide

Licensing Frequently Asked Questions

Business Address Verification


License Types

UPDATES

Licensure Information

For updated information regarding qualifications for licensure, please consult the Chapter 4 of the 2022 NYC Administrative Code.

New License Application Requirement

New License Application Service Notice - As of September 7, 2021, all new license applications are required to be submitted online at nyc.gov/dobnow. See the New License Application User Guide for step-by-step directions.

License Renewal Service Notice – all licenses/registrations expiring during the state of emergency are extended.

License Renewal Applications Service Notice – applications to renew a license/registration are required to be submitted online at nyc.gov/dobnow. See the Licensing Renewal Application User Guide for step-by-step directions.

Operations

Initial and Change request applications can be mailed or dropped off to the Licensing Unit. In-person services remain for approved new licensees and plate/seal pick up only. Drop off and in-person service hours are from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm.

COVID-19: DOB Response

The Department issues licenses and registrations to individuals working with our Department and/or within the construction trades in New York City. Learn the standing of Design Professionals, Skilled Trades, or Registrants by using our online search tool.

License or Registration

Concrete Safety Manager

Concrete Testing Laboratory

Construction Superintendent

Contractor

Electrician

Elevator Licenses & Helper Card

Filing Representative

Gas Work Qualification

General Contractor Registration

High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer

Hoisting Machine Operator

Limited Hoisting Machine Operator

Lift Director Registration

Oil Burner Equipment Installer

Plumbing and Fire Suppression (Master and Journeyman)

Professional/Inter-Agency Identification Card

Rigger

Safety Registration

Sign Hanger

Site Safety Professional

Special Inspection Agency

Welder

Contact

Licensing & Exams Unit
280 Broadway, 1st Floor
New York, NY 10007
(212) 393-2259
licensingdob@buildings.nyc.gov

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Exams & Qualifications