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Do I Need a Permit?

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Project Advocate Program

Project Guidelines for Owners

Obtaining a Permit

Permits by Type

Plan Examination

Guide to BIS, DOB NOW & eFiling

Permit Renewal

After Hour Variances

Job Status

What to Expect During an Inspection

Certificate of Occupancy


Guide to BIS, DOB NOW & eFiling

What is a BIS job filing?

Through the Building Information System (BIS) mainframe, customers submit a job filing directly to a DOB borough office. Using BIS, you can search for general information on a property in the city including recorded complaints, violations, actions, applications, and inspections Information searches about tradespeople licensed by the Department is also available through BIS. Find out more about BIS.

What is DOB NOW?

DOB NOW is the Department’s self-service online tool that provides customers with the ability to manage more robust online accounts, making it easier to submit applications, make payments, schedule appointments, check the status of an application or inspection, pull permits, make renewals, and have virtual interactions with DOB staff. These efforts reduce the number of in-person visits to Department offices and will replace the current Building Information System (BIS) mainframe system. Find out more about DOB NOW.

What is eFiling?

eFiling is an online portal for submission of applications in the Buildings Information System (BIS) through the Development HUB or a borough office. eFiling allows the user to submit a PDF of their filing online instead of physically coming into a DOB borough office. Find out more about eFiling.

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