Filings NYC — New Buildings & Alterations
BVS prepares and files across all major NYC agencies — from DOB and FDNY to DOT, DEP, and beyond. We manage the full filing lifecycle for every project type.
NYC Agency Filings — All Types, All Agencies
Every construction, renovation, and conversion project in New York City requires filings with one or more city agencies. Whether you're building from the ground up, converting a use group, or installing a fire suppression system, the right filing strategy is critical. BVS handles the entire filing lifecycle across the DOB, FDNY, HPD, DOT, DEP, Parks, and more.
Filing Types We Handle
DOB Filings
All Department of Buildings application types — including New Building (NB), ALT CO, and ALT GC filings. We handle plan exam submissions, examiner objections, and approval through DOB NOW.
Need Help Filing for DOB? →FDNY Filings
Fire Department filings for fire alarm systems, sprinkler installations, fire suppression permits, and Letters of Approval (LOA). We coordinate with FDNY plan examiners to ensure timely approvals.
Need Help Filing for FDNY? →HPD Filings
Housing Preservation & Development filings for lead paint compliance, multiple dwelling registrations, and housing maintenance code certifications.
Need Help Filing for HPD? →DOT Filings
Department of Transportation filings for sidewalk construction, curb cuts, street openings, crane permits, and scaffolding notifications required for street-level work.
Need Help Filing for DOT? →DEP Filings
Department of Environmental Protection filings for sewer connections, water main taps, backflow prevention, grease trap installations, and stormwater management plans.
Need Help Filing for DEP? →Extensions & Enlargements
Filings for building extensions, vertical and horizontal enlargements, and additions — including zoning analysis, FAR calculations, and setback compliance to maximize your development rights.
Need Help Filing for Zoning? →Condo Filings
Condominium conversion and new condo development filings — including condo declarations, offering plans coordination, and DOB applications specific to multi-unit residential projects.
Need Help Filing for New Condo? →Conversions
Change of use and occupancy conversions — from commercial-to-residential, manufacturing-to-commercial, and other use group transitions requiring new Certificates of Occupancy and zoning approvals.
Need Help Filing for Conversions? →Parks & Recreation Filings
Applications and permits required for work adjacent to or within NYC Parks jurisdiction — including tree removal permits, Parks Department approvals, and coordination for projects near green spaces.
Need Help Filing for Parks and Recreation? →Our Filing Process
Scope & Strategy
We review your project scope, existing conditions, and prior filings to determine the correct application types across all relevant agencies.
Application Preparation
BVS prepares complete applications — including forms, compliance narratives, supporting documents, and required attachments for each agency.
Submission & Tracking
We submit through each agency's filing system, track progress, respond to examiner objections, and coordinate with your design team to resolve issues.
Approval & Permits
Once approved, we ensure all stipulations are met, fees are paid, and permits are issued — ready for construction to begin.
Common Filing Challenges
Filings are frequently delayed or rejected due to incomplete applications, inter-agency conflicts, or regulatory misinterpretations. Common issues include:
- •Incorrect application type selection (e.g., ALT CO vs. ALT GC)
- •Missing or outdated Letters of Completion from prior jobs
- •Open violations or stop work orders blocking new filings
- •Zoning objections related to FAR, use, or non-conforming conditions
- •Cross-agency coordination failures (e.g., DOB requiring FDNY sign-off)
- •DEP or DOT approvals needed before DOB can issue permits
- •Incomplete professional certifications or missing signatures
Why Work With BVS on Filings?
Our team has filed thousands of applications across every NYC agency and borough office. We understand the nuances of each filing type, the expectations of plan examiners, and the fastest paths to approval. Whether you're filing a simple alteration or coordinating a multi-agency ground-up project, BVS ensures your filings move forward without unnecessary delays.
Related Guides
Not sure which filing type your project needs? These reference guides break down the process.
What Is a DOB Filing? →
The DOB filing process — DOB NOW: Build, professional certification vs. plan exam, and objections.
What Is an FDNY Filing? →
When FDNY filings are required, the plan-exam process, and acceptance testing.
What Is an HPD Filing? →
Annual property registration, lead paint notices, and window guard filings.
What Is a DOT Filing? →
Street opening, sidewalk, curb cut, and shed permits for work in the public right-of-way.
What Is a DEP Filing? →
Sewer and water connections, backflow prevention, grease traps, and stormwater.
NYC Building Permits Guide →
ALT-1, ALT-2, ALT-3, NB, and DM permits explained — when each applies.
Change of Use Guide →
What triggers a change of use, when a new CO is required, and the ALT-1 process.
Certificate of Occupancy Guide →
How COs and TCOs work, and which filings result in a new one.
DOB NOW: The Online Portal →
How to file, track, and search applications through DOB's digital platform.
Ready to File?
Contact BVS today to get your filings started. We'll assess your project and recommend the right filing strategy across all agencies.