E-filing for Contractors, Electricians & Licensees:

The new E-filing procedures are an extension of the existing Department of Buildings online system for processing of select permit applications. In addition to the preparation of documents for new applications the system also allows select no-change permit renewals to be processed (eRenewal) and electrical permit applications to be submitted. Additional permit types will be added to the system in the future.

Currently only select no-change permit renewals can be processed online. The following permits CANNOT be renewed:

• Renewals that require civil penalties or any additional fees.
• Renewals of demolition permits.
• Renewals of curb cut permits.
• Renewals of homeowner permits.
• Renewals that have already been submitted and are in progress.
• Renewals of pre-BIS permits and no-work permits.
• Renewals of shed permits.
• Renewals of New Building permits which do not have an active EQ permit or waiver.
• Renewals being handled by expediters.
• Electrical permits (currently not renewable).

E-filing also permits the E-filing of electrical permits. All applications for electrical permits can be E-Filed with the exception of Signs, Applications for Non-Building addresses (BusShelter,Telephone Booth,News Stand,Street Lighting,SubStation,etc.), and if "Adequate Wiring Program" Special Certification/Approval Applies. This is due to supporting documentation requirements. The Department is currently working on expanding its online processing options.