Introduction

Welcome to PermitZap

NYC construction permit intelligence platform. Search, filter, and monitor 950,000+ permit filings with AI-powered alerts and analytics.

What is PermitZap?

Instant access to NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) permit data:

  • Search & Filter 950,000+ permit filings with advanced filters
  • Create AI Alerts that automatically match new permits to your criteria
  • Lookup Addresses across 150,000+ tracked addresses
  • Analyze Companies across 55,000+ tracked companies
  • Export Data to CSV for analysis
  • Collaborate with team workspaces

Who Uses PermitZap?

Contractors & Construction Companies

Monitor competitor activity, find new business opportunities, and track project trends.

Real Estate Developers

Research locations, identify development opportunities, and analyze market activity.

Market Researchers

Export and analyze construction data for market intelligence and reporting.

Compliance Professionals

Monitor permits for regulatory compliance and risk management.

Quick Start

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Key Features

🔍 Advanced Search & Filtering

Search through all NYC DOB permit filings with powerful filters:

  • Date ranges (preset or custom)
  • Permit types (Alteration, New Building, Demolition, etc.)
  • Cost ranges
  • Property types and stories
  • Filing statuses
  • Borough and address

🤖 AI-Powered Alerts

Create alerts using natural language:

  • "Major alterations in Manhattan over $1M"
  • "New buildings in Brooklyn with 10+ stories"
  • "Projects by XYZ Construction Company"

🏢 Company Intelligence

  • Search 55,000+ companies by name or license
  • View leaderboards ranked by job count or pass rate
  • Analyze company performance metrics
  • See complete project histories

📍 Address & Building Lookup

  • Search across 150,000+ tracked addresses
  • View all permits at a location
  • See building history and cumulative costs
  • Track project timelines

📊 Data Export

Export filtered permit data to CSV with all fields included for your own analysis.

Understanding the Data

Two primary data sources from NYC Open Data:

  1. Permit Filings (950,000+) - Early-stage construction activity
  2. Issued Permits (750,000+) - Fully approved permits

Earliest possible visibility into NYC construction activity.

Need Help?

  • Browse the Features section for detailed guides
  • Check out Concepts to understand permit data
  • View Use Cases for industry-specific workflows
  • Read the FAQ for common questions

Ready to dive in? Start with Getting Started →

Quick Start