Permitting Timelines We have found that depending on the complexity and usage of your structure you can anticipate an average of 6-12 months to gather information, submit documentation, and obtain your building permits.
On average, it takes about 1-3 months to get a building permit in NYC. Permitting timelines depend on the type of permit you applied for. Current timelines for the DOB to review an initial permit application are: Alt1 (standard filing): 3-4 months.
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A New York State licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) must submit construction plans to obtain a permit. A Department plan examiner will review the plans for any legal/zoning objections. When objections are satisfied, the Department will approve the application.
If work has been performed without a permit and an applicant seeks a permit for the unpermitted work before a notice of violation is issued, the penalty for such unpermitted work is $600 when performed on a one-family or two-family dwelling or $6,000 when performed on a building other than a one-family or two-family ...
No State-Level Licensing for General Contractors In New York, the onus is on the contractor to navigate the local licensing landscape, ensuring compliance with the specific requirements of each municipality where they intend to work.