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  • Add Chemicals to Water Supply Permit

    Apply for or renew a permit to add chemicals to a building's drinking water supply.

  • Asbestos Handler Certification

    Learn how to become certified to handle or investigate asbestos.

  • Boiler Operator Engineer License

    Apply for a stationary or portable boiler engineer's license.

  • Building Plan Exam

    Information on how to schedule a plan examination appointment, register as a plan examiner, or request consultation.

  • Buildings Information System (BIS)

    Learn about a building, past or current construction jobs, and skilled trade license status for a person or business in the City.

  • Certified Asbestos Investigator

    Find a certified asbestos investigator.

  • Commercial Construction Tax Benefit Programs

    Learn about tax benefits for owners and developers who build or make improvements to commercial or industrial properties.

  • Concrete Testing Laboratory License

    Apply for a Concrete Testing Laboratory license.

  • Construction Site Safety

    Learn about construction site safety rules, regulations, and training requirements.

  • Construction Superintendent Registration

    Register as a construction superintendent.

  • Curb Cut Permit

    Apply for a permit to create or modify a curb cut.

  • Department of Buildings ID or Job Penalization Status

    Get help for an applicant with a penalized Department of Buildings ID or Job.

  • DOB NOW

    Learn about DOB NOW services for submitting job filings, inspection requests, compliance filings, and license applications or renewals online.

  • Drywells

    Learn about the design and installation of drywells.

  • Electrical Inspection

    Schedule an inspection of work done by a licensed electrician.

  • Electrician License

    Apply for an electrician's license.

  • Elevator or Escalator Inspection License

    Apply for a license to be a private elevator inspection agency inspector or director.

  • Fence Permit

    Apply for a permit to build or install a fence.

  • Fire Suppression Contractor License

    Apply for a fire suppression contractor's license.

  • Gas Piping System Inspection Certification

    Learn about gas piping system inspection certification and Local Law 152 of 2016.

  • General Contractor Registration

    Request to register one, two, and three-family homes with the Department of Buildings if you're a general contractor you can learn how.

  • Hoisting Machine Operator License

    Apply for the license to operate a hoisting machine.

  • Home Improvement Permit

    Learn what kind of building construction projects and alterations require permits.

  • Hurricane Sandy Recovery

    Learn about Hurricane Sandy Recovery programs and requirements.

  • Lead Safety for Landlords and Construction Professionals

    Learn about safe lead paint work practices for landlords and construction professionals.

  • Licensed Home Improvement Contractor Bumper Sticker

    Request a bumper sticker for home improvement contractors with valid licenses only.

  • No Penalty Deck and Porch Inspection

    Request a free deck and porch inspection for a property owner.

  • No Penalty Retaining Wall Inspection

    Request a free retaining wall inspection for a property owner.

  • No Penalty Sign Inspection

    Request a free no-penalty sign inspection for a property owner.

  • Plumber License

    Apply for a license to perform plumbing work.

  • Private Sewer or Water Main Permit

    Apply for a permit to install a private water main, sewer, or drain.

  • Residential Construction Tax Benefit Programs

    Learn about benefits for owners and developers who build or improve residential units or properties.

  • Rigger License

    Apply for a license to hoist materials and equipment.

  • Scaffold Safety Class

    Find a certification class for scaffold safety.

  • Scaffold Site Safety Inspection

    Schedule an inspection of a scaffold site.

  • Scaffolding Permit

    Apply for a permit to construct pipe scaffolding.

  • Sewer Connection Permit

    Learn about required permit to install, repair, plug, or unplug a sewer connection.

  • Sidewalk Cellar Door Application

    Request permission to install a cellar door in a sidewalk.

  • Sidewalk Construction Permit

    Apply for a permit to repair, install, or replace a sidewalk.

  • Sidewalk Shed Permit

    Apply for a permit to construct a sidewalk shed.

  • Sign Hanger License

    Apply for a sign hanger license.

  • Site Safety Manager Certificate

    Request a site safety manager certification, including insurance requirements and application procedures.

  • Status of Active Street or Sidewalk Construction Permits

    Get the status of an active street construction or sidewalk repair permit.

  • Storefront Improvement Program

    Learn about the Storefront Improvement Program for community groups that are pursuing storefront improvements in their commercial districts.

  • Street Construction Permit

    Apply for a permit to perform construction on a City street or to store construction material or containers on a street or sidewalk.

  • Water Backflow Permit

    Apply for a permit to install and use water backflow preventers.

  • Water Conservation Variance Permit

    Learn about a permit to use water in a way that NYC law does not normally allow.

  • Water Fixtures Permit

    Learn about required permit to install or remove water fixtures.

  • Water Meter Permit

    Learn about required permit for removal, re-setting, or repair of water meters.

  • Water Tap Permit or Sewer Pipe Map

    Apply for a permit to connect or close water taps or wet connections. Get a map of sewer pipes.

  • Welder License

    Apply for a license to perform structural welding.

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