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Over-the-counter (OTC) permits
The Department of Building Inspection reviews every building permit application for life safety and building code compliance. We provide over-the-counter review for simple permit applications. Drop-in at the Permit Center to submit your application.
How it works
Services
Find your project type
Most fees to legalize existing awnings are being waived through July 1, 2025.
Follow this simplified process to get a permit for alterations to existing laundromats
Submit an application
Permit processing
Recheck your plans with the plan checker from your first review. Email your plan checker to coordinate a time to meet.
Find building permits for current and past construction projects in our permit tracking system.
Bring these documents to get your building permit issued.
Request to extend or withdraw your unissued building permit application
Instant online OTC permits
Related permits
We are open for fire-only scopes of work.
Apply for a permit to use part of the street or sidewalk for building construction and other construction related work.
Get a permit to plant a tree on the sidewalk.
