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9,033 permits tracked · 60,002 code violations · Updated 2026-05-13

PermitGrab tracks 1,848 active contractors who pulled 9,033 building permits in New York City, NY as of 2026-05-13. Live tracking of 60,002 code violations in the same area. Updated daily from municipal open data APIs.

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9,033 permits tracked · 1,848 contractors · Updated 2026-05-13

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Date Type Address Details Contractor / Status
2019-12-26 Sprinklers FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD Sprinkler work filed in conjunction with Alt-1 application #121206630 F.S. WORKS INC
2019-11-12 Plumbing EAST 235 STREET FILING TO INSTALL NEW PLUMBING FIXTURES CAPE PLUMBING INC
2019-11-07 Structural VYSE AVENUE VYSE AVENUE Structural work to be performed for New 4 Story Building as per plans. Filed in … TARGET CONSTRUCTION LLC
2019-10-18 Construction Fence RIVERSIDE DRIVE RIVERSIDE DRIVE ERECT 8' HIGH WOOD CONSTRUCTION FENCE DESIGN PROCURE BUILD LLC
2019-10-01 Mechanical Systems GRAND CONCOURSE Proposed replacement of air handling units and piping. All as per plans filed h… ACS SYSTEM ASSOCIATES INC
2019-09-20 Plumbing EAST 35 STREET APPLICATION FILED for Plumbing work in conjunction with Alt.1 321979150 JODOM MECHANICAL, INC
2019-09-06 Construction Fence JEFFERSON AVENUE JEFFERSON AVENUE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION FENCE FILED HEREWITH IN CONJUNCTION WITH NB JOB #321958841 NYC BUILDING SOLUTIONS CO
2019-08-30 Structural COLUMBIA HEIGHTS Structural roof repair and structural repair throughout exiting 1 family house. … ROCKAWAY CUSTOM CABINETS
2019-08-27 Construction Fence WARREN STREET WARREN STREET INSTALLATION OF TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FENCE AS PER PLAN. NO CHANGE IN USE, EGRE… BUSKO REALTY CORP
2019-08-05 Sidewalk Shed WEST 23 STREET WEST 23 STREET INSTALLATION OF HEAVY DUTY SIDEWALK SHED DURING BUILDING ALTERATION , FILED SEPA… SKYLINE SCAFFOLDING GROUP
2019-03-22 Construction Fence SYLVATON TERRACE CONSTRUCTION FENCE UNITED LAND COSTRUCTION I
2019-03-05 Sidewalk Shed ELDERT LANE ELDERT LANE INSTALLATION FOR SIDEWALK SHED AS PER PLAN STEEL SYSTEMS LLC
2019-02-13 Construction Fence KINGS HIGHWAY KINGS HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FENCE RANDAZZO CONSTRUCTION GRO
2019-02-08 Sidewalk Shed MONTROSE AVENUE MONTROSE AVENUE INSTALLATION OF SIDEWALK SHED AS PER PLANS. SIDEWALK SHED LIVE LOAD 300 PSF SHAL… PLATINUM SERVICES NY LLC
2018-12-12 Construction Fence NORTH HENRY STREET Proposed installation of temporary construction equipment (fence), filed in conj… SEASON BUILDERS CORP
2018-09-25 Sidewalk Shed EAST 51 STREET INSTALLATION OF HEAVY DUTY SIDEWALK SHED DURING BUILDING ALTERATION, FILED SEPAR… SKYLINE SCAFFOLDING GROUP
2018-09-20 Sidewalk Shed EAST 53 STREET INSTALLATION OF HEAVY DUTY SIDEWALK SHED DURING BUILDING ALTERATION, FILED SEPAR… SKYLINE SCAFFOLDING GROUP
2018-08-03 Sidewalk Shed GRAND CONCOURSE INSTALLATION OF HEAVY DUTY SIDEWALK SHED AS PER PLANS. NO CHANGE IN USE, EGRESS … SPIRE SCAFFOLDING & HOIST
2018-06-09 Sidewalk Shed AMSTERDAM AVENUE AMSTERDAM AVENUE INSTALLATION OF HEAVY DUTY SIDEWALK SHED DURING BUILDING ALTERATION, FILED SEPAR… SKYLINE SCAFFOLDING GROUP
2018-05-05 Sidewalk Shed LINDEN BOULEVARD INSTALLATION OF TEMPORARY HEAVY DUTY SIDEWALK SHED AS PER PLANS. NO CHANGE IN US… ALPHA SCAFFOLDING INC
2018-05-03 Sidewalk Shed EDGECOMBE AVENUE INSTALLATION OF TEMPORARY HEAVY DUTY SIDEWALK SHED AS PER PLANS. NO CHANGE IN US… ALPHA SCAFFOLDING INC
2017-11-11 Sidewalk Shed BRUCKNER BOULEVARD BRUCKNER BOULEVARD INSTALLATION OF HEAVY DUTY SIDEWALK SHED DURING BUILDING ALTERATION, FILED SEPAR… SKYLINE SCAFFOLDING GROUP
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Permit Types in New York City — 7,961 permits by category
Construction Activity in New York City

New building permits in New York City, New York indicate upcoming construction projects. Contractors can identify subcontracting opportunities by monitoring recently issued permits for residential renovations, commercial buildouts, and new construction. Early outreach to permit holders often results in higher close rates before projects go to competitive bid.

About New York City Building Permits

New York City, New York processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 9033+ New York City building permits — updated daily from official city sources.

Every new construction project in New York City requires a building permit before work can begin. These public records include the project address, scope of work, estimated cost, and often the general contractor's name — making them valuable leads for subcontractors looking for new projects in New York City.

How Contractors Use New York City Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in New York City use building permit data to find projects before they hit traditional lead services. When a new commercial buildout or residential renovation permit is filed, it signals upcoming work that needs subcontractors.

Instead of competing for shared leads on HomeAdvisor or Angi, contractors who monitor New York City building permits can reach out to general contractors the day a permit is issued — before anyone else calls. This first-mover advantage leads to higher close rates and better project selection.

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Frequently Asked Questions about New York City Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in New York City?

PermitGrab currently tracks 9033 building permits in New York City, New York. Data is pulled daily from the official municipal open-data source and includes permit number, address, permit type, contractor, status, and estimated value where available.

How fresh is the New York City permit data?

Most cities refresh their open-data portals on a 24-hour cadence, so new permits typically appear in PermitGrab within 1–3 days of filing. New York City is collected on every daemon cycle; if the upstream source has a known delay we note it on the page.

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Contractors find leads in New York City by filtering PermitGrab by trade and ZIP code, then contacting the permit applicant (owner or general contractor) directly. Pro subscribers get verified phone numbers and can set up saved-search email alerts so new matches land in their inbox the same day they’re filed.

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Real estate investors
Code violations in New York City = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Every New York City GC who pulled a permit this week is sourcing labor and materials right now. Phone numbers included.
Home service companies
A New York City addition or remodel signals an HVAC, plumbing, or warranty upsell window. Reach owners while the project is fresh.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in New York City are the highest-intent solar lead signals. Owner-occupant filter built in.
Insurance agents
New York City renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
Material suppliers
Lumber, drywall, roofing, fixtures — every New York City permit is a parts list. Build a route by job type and value tier.