How NYC DOB eFiling works for homeowners?
eFiling is an online system from the NYC Department of Buildings that lets you submit applications and paperwork without going to a DOB* office in person. It is used for many jobs that are still processed in the older BIS system, including common residential projects.
For one- and two-family homeowners, eFiling means you and your design professional can upload plans, request approvals, pay fees, and receive permits in one web portal. You can follow the status of your job from your computer or phone instead of calling or visiting the borough office.
eFiling is intended for anyone involved in the NYC permit process, including owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and filing representatives. As a homeowner, you can create an eFiling account, link it to your project, and electronically sign required DOB forms when your architect or contractor asks you to do so
eFiling is for anyone who needs NYC building permits, including everyday homeowners working on their own projects. It is used by:
- Property owners who need permits for renovations, repairs, or new construction on their buildings or homes.
- Licensed design professionals, such as architects and engineers, who prepare and submit plans and applications.
- Contractors and expediters who handle permit filings and approvals on behalf of owners.
Why it helps homeowners
eFiling is an online system from the NYC Department of Buildings that lets you submit permit applications and paperwork without going to a DOB office in person. It is still used for many jobs in the older BIS system, including common residential projects.
For one- and two-family homeowners, eFiling means you and your design professional can upload plans, request approvals, pay fees, and receive permits through a single web portal. You can follow the status of your job from your computer or phone instead of calling or visiting the borough office.
eFiling is for everyone involved in the NYC permit process, including owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and filing representatives. As a homeowner, you can create an eFiling account, connect it to your project, and electronically sign required DOB forms when your architect or contractor asks you to do so.
Using eFiling helps create a clear digital record of your project, which is useful for inspections and later when selling or refinancing your home, because you can show that the work was properly permitted and approved.
Related terms
- DOB NOW:Build
- eFiling/eSubmit conversion
- DOB NOW:Safety
- permit submission
- DOB NOW: BIS
- approval
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