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Property or Business Owner

The average property or business owner comes to the Department of Buildings (DOB) for a variety of services. Either to obtain building records, meet with a Project Advocate to assist in resolving technical/operational issues related to a project or property, or maybe it’s to get information on finding a licensed professional, or obtain direction for a future project. Whatever the reason, the Department is here to help you.

DOB promotes the safety of all people that build, work, and live in New York City. We are committed to providing efficient service to all New Yorkers to meet the safety and permitting needs of residents across all five boroughs and that includes your project.

Additional Assistance

Our borough offices are open on the first and third Tuesday of the month from 4:00pm to 7:00pm for Buildings After Hours. Homeowners, tenants, small business owners, and building managers may attend Buildings After Hours to:

plan for a home renovation or construction project

address an open violation on a property

obtain more information about a property

use online resources including the Buildings Information System (BIS) and DOB NOW.

Get additional information and operating hours.

Get Information on

Using BIS, DOB NOW & eFiling

Obtaining a Permit

After Hour Variances

Job Status

Inspections

Resolving Issues

Certificate of Occupancy

Get general operational, administrative, and technical requirements related to your project by construction permit type. The information explains the project process from pre-approval to the pre-permit and ongoing work phase, to project close-out and final sign-off.

Find the answers to frequently asked questions:

Can I do the construction myself? Do I need a permit for this project?

How do I get a permit?

Where can I get information on choosing an architect or engineer?

I think my electrician’s license is revoked. How can check it?

I received a violation, what do I do?

How do I get my Certificate of Occupancy?

Are there any recent Department of Buildings service changes?

Additional Information

Project Guidelines for Owners

DOB NOW: Build Statements & Signatures Quick Guide

Info for Property Owners

Info for Business Owners

Service Updates

Helpful Links

Forms & Applications

DOB Glossary

DOB Acronyms

DOB Borough Offices

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