NYC Department of Buildings

The Department of Buildings promotes the safety of all people that build, work, and live in New York City by regulating the lawful use of over one million buildings and construction sites across the five boroughs. With a focus on safety, service, and integrity, the Department enforces the City’s Construction Codes, Zoning Resolution, and the New York State Multiple Dwelling Law.

The Department enforces compliance with these regulations and promotes  worker and public safety through its review and approval of building plans,  permitting and licensing functions, and inspections. In addition to Code and  Zoning compliance review, emergency response and professional analysis of  accidents to prevent future incidents, the Department has strengthened its  education and outreach programs to provide the construction industry, property  owners and tenants with a heightened understanding of safety awareness.

The Department is committed to providing efficient service to all New  Yorkers by continuously assessing the equitable distribution of resources to  meet the safety and permitting needs of residents across all five boroughs;  enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our City safer.