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POSTED 1/22/2026 *** IMPORTANT INFORMATION***
The following permit type changes will take effect on FEBRUARY 1, 2026:
Permit type 0104 (currently used/labeled for “Major Installations – Steam”) will be deactivated.
o Permittees will no longer be able to apply for/obtain this permit type.
Permit type 0108 (previously used/labeled for “Installation of Poles”) will be repurposed and will instead be used solely for the purpose of “Cores and/or Borings” operations (currently included in the 0126 (Test Pits, Cores or Boring) permit type.
o Installation of Poles will continue to be covered under existing permit type 0181.
Permit type 0126 (currently used/labeled for “Test Pits, Cores or Boring”) will be redesignated for the sole purpose of “Test Pits” operations.
o Permittees shall apply for the repurposed 0108 permit type for “Cores and/or Borings” operations.
o Current active 0126 permits used performing cores/borings (not test pits), will not be Renewed/Re-Issued. If core/boring operations need to continue beyond the existing 0126 permit Work End Date, Permittee MUST apply for the repurposed 0108 permit type.
o Current active 0126 permits used for performing test pits (not cores/borings) can still be Renewed/Re-Issued using the same 0126 permit type.
Permit type 0152 (currently used/labeled for “St Opng/Insta/Test Pits/Monit Well/Pipe”) will be redesignated for the sole purpose of “Spill Response/Cleanup” operations.
o The remaining label text of this permit type will be removed.
o Permittees performing Test Pit operations must apply for the 0126 permit type. o Permittees performing monitoring well installation must apply for the 0153 permit type, which is being redesignated solely for “Installation of Monitoring Wells”.
Permit type 0153 (currently used/labeled for “St.Opng/Install. Test Pit/Monit Well/Pipe”) will be redesignated for the sole purpose of “Installation of Monitoring Wells” operations.
o The remaining label text of this permit type will be removed.
o Permittees performing Test Pit operations must apply for the 0126 permit type.
Permit type 0155 (currently used/labeled for “Regrade/Replace Street Hardware/Casting”) will be deactivated.
o Permittees will no longer be able to apply for/obtain this permit type.
o Permittees performing hardware regrade operations must instead apply for the existing 0173 (Regrade Hardware) permit type for ALL hardware regrade operations.
If you currently have any of the above listed permit types active, they will continue to be valid through their current Work End Date. However, should you need to Renew/Re-Issue these permits, you may need to apply for a different permit type as indicated above.
The following permit type changes will take effect on FEBRUARY 1, 2026:
Permit type 0104 (currently used/labeled for “Major Installations – Steam”) will be deactivated.
o Permittees will no longer be able to apply for/obtain this permit type.
Permit type 0108 (previously used/labeled for “Installation of Poles”) will be repurposed and will instead be used solely for the purpose of “Cores and/or Borings” operations (currently included in the 0126 (Test Pits, Cores or Boring) permit type.
o Installation of Poles will continue to be covered under existing permit type 0181.
Permit type 0126 (currently used/labeled for “Test Pits, Cores or Boring”) will be redesignated for the sole purpose of “Test Pits” operations.
o Permittees shall apply for the repurposed 0108 permit type for “Cores and/or Borings” operations.
o Current active 0126 permits used performing cores/borings (not test pits), will not be Renewed/Re-Issued. If core/boring operations need to continue beyond the existing 0126 permit Work End Date, Permittee MUST apply for the repurposed 0108 permit type.
o Current active 0126 permits used for performing test pits (not cores/borings) can still be Renewed/Re-Issued using the same 0126 permit type.
Permit type 0152 (currently used/labeled for “St Opng/Insta/Test Pits/Monit Well/Pipe”) will be redesignated for the sole purpose of “Spill Response/Cleanup” operations.
o The remaining label text of this permit type will be removed.
o Permittees performing Test Pit operations must apply for the 0126 permit type. o Permittees performing monitoring well installation must apply for the 0153 permit type, which is being redesignated solely for “Installation of Monitoring Wells”.
Permit type 0153 (currently used/labeled for “St.Opng/Install. Test Pit/Monit Well/Pipe”) will be redesignated for the sole purpose of “Installation of Monitoring Wells” operations.
o The remaining label text of this permit type will be removed.
o Permittees performing Test Pit operations must apply for the 0126 permit type.
Permit type 0155 (currently used/labeled for “Regrade/Replace Street Hardware/Casting”) will be deactivated.
o Permittees will no longer be able to apply for/obtain this permit type.
o Permittees performing hardware regrade operations must instead apply for the existing 0173 (Regrade Hardware) permit type for ALL hardware regrade operations.
If you currently have any of the above listed permit types active, they will continue to be valid through their current Work End Date. However, should you need to Renew/Re-Issue these permits, you may need to apply for a different permit type as indicated above.
POSTED 07/21/2025: A new stipulation MTAEPP will be introduced on July 23, 2025 to require permittees to coordinate with MTA EPP when working when adjacent to MTA assets. Before starting any work, an email must be sent to epp-publicagency@mtacd.org with the following subject line: DOT Permit and [add full street address, including city, state and BBL]. The email must include a copy of your NYC DOT permit, along with your contact information (including name, company, email address, and phone number). You cannot commence your work until you receive written approval from EPP. Additional information can be found at www.mta.info/epp. The first phase deployment will include J and Z subway lanes.
POSTED 5/29/2025
***NEW NYCSTREETS APPLICATION INTERFACE***: NYCSTREETS Permit application interface was updated to collect data regarding the location of the work area. It now includes five checkboxes to indicate whether the work obstructs the parking or moving lane, sidewalk and/or bike lane. Detailed explanation is provided in the tooltips for each checkbox.
***NEW NYCSTREETS APPLICATION INTERFACE***: NYCSTREETS Permit application interface was updated to collect data regarding the location of the work area. It now includes five checkboxes to indicate whether the work obstructs the parking or moving lane, sidewalk and/or bike lane. Detailed explanation is provided in the tooltips for each checkbox.
POSTED 5/29/2025: NEW HOLD TYPE IN NYCSTREETS, DFP HOLD, (DEPLOYABLE FLOOD PROTECTION HOLD). More information can be found on the FAQ page in NYCStreets. Click on HELP and scroll to the bottom of the page to HOLDS information.
POSTED 9.8.2023: **IMPORTANT** Update to the Insurance & Indemnification requirements. The DOT Highway Rules Section 2-02 (3) were updated in July 2023. See Section 2-02(3) here: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/newyorkcity/latest/NYCrules/0-0-0-61155 Going forward, all Permittees must comply with the updated requirements when submitting their CGL Insurance documents for renewals. Send all inquiries to constructionpermits@dot.nyc.gov
POSTED 6/16/2023
Effective Monday July 3, 2023, the permit offices in Brooklyn, Queens & Staten Island are reducing their hours. Brooklyn & Staten Island offices will be open on WEDNESDAYS ONLY, Window Hours 8:30a-3:30p. Queens office will be open TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY ONLY, Window Hours 8:30a-3:30p.
Effective Monday July 3, 2023, the permit offices in Brooklyn, Queens & Staten Island are reducing their hours. Brooklyn & Staten Island offices will be open on WEDNESDAYS ONLY, Window Hours 8:30a-3:30p. Queens office will be open TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY ONLY, Window Hours 8:30a-3:30p.
POSTED 6.14.22 -Sidewalk Pedestrian Ramps
The New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT) and the New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) have officially released revisions to the New York City Department of Transportation Standard Detail of Construction Drawing # H-1011 Sidewalk Pedestrian Ramps. Please note that Drawing # H-1011 has been replaced with Drawing #s H-1011-1 through H-1011-9. For more information regarding the latest revisions, please contact pedramp@dot.nyc.gov While we recommend that the implementation of pedestrian ramp solutions included in these revisions are used immediately, the official inclusion of these drawings is applicable to all permits issued on or after June 27, 2022.
The New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT) and the New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) have officially released revisions to the New York City Department of Transportation Standard Detail of Construction Drawing # H-1011 Sidewalk Pedestrian Ramps. Please note that Drawing # H-1011 has been replaced with Drawing #s H-1011-1 through H-1011-9. For more information regarding the latest revisions, please contact pedramp@dot.nyc.gov While we recommend that the implementation of pedestrian ramp solutions included in these revisions are used immediately, the official inclusion of these drawings is applicable to all permits issued on or after June 27, 2022.
POSTED 8.24.21: EMAIL SERVICE FOR SUMMONSES
The Department of Transportation, HIQA Summons Unit is now offering permittees the option on having their summonses emailed. This new service allows for summonses to be served contactless, received faster, eliminate the need to pick-up a summons from a borough office or waiting to receive a summons from the Secretary of State. Interested parties should email SummonsUnit@dot.nyc.gov for more details. We encourage all permittees to apply for this service as we continue to make our operations paperless.
The Department of Transportation, HIQA Summons Unit is now offering permittees the option on having their summonses emailed. This new service allows for summonses to be served contactless, received faster, eliminate the need to pick-up a summons from a borough office or waiting to receive a summons from the Secretary of State. Interested parties should email SummonsUnit@dot.nyc.gov for more details. We encourage all permittees to apply for this service as we continue to make our operations paperless.
POSTED 11.30.2021 - Beginning Wednesday, December 1, 2021, the 0135-Final Restoration Only permit type will be renamed 0135-C.A.R. Restoration. Following this change, for all 0135-C.A.R. Restoration requests submitted, Permittees will be required to provide a valid Corrective Action request (C.A.R.) number, prior to permit application submittal. Permittees will also be required to provide a completed HIQA Cut Form. Failure to provide the completed HIQA Cut Form will result in application rejection. For any questions regarding the HIQA Cut Form, please contact HIQA via email at vmaniscalco@dot.nyc.gov or jyacca@dot.nyc.gov.
PLEASE VISIT THE STREET WORKS MANUAL WWW.STREETWORKSMANUAL.NYC ALL PERMIT MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES, FORMS AND APPLICATIONS CAN BE FOUND HERE!! Forms are in APPENDIX B.
Work Zones & ADA Compliance: NYCDOT has a strong commitment to ensuring pedestrian accessibility within the public right of way. Please review informational document at http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/downloads/pdf/work-zones-ada-compliance.pdf and ensure that all work is conducted in accordance with local, State and Federal standards to maintain an accessible path of travel.
FYI**FYI**Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Noise Mitigation Notice ** FYI**FYI
As of May 5, 2018, all Noise Mitigation Plans must now be made publicly available on the DEP website as per Local Law 10 of 2018. The DEP has new fillable forms that must be emailed to the DEP. Note, these forms must still be made publicly available at the work site by conspicuously posting the plan. The on-line forms are printable for you to post as well as submit to DEP by e-mail. For more info and/or to submit a Noise Mitigation plan, visit the DEP website: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dep/html/noise/construction-noise.shtml If you have any questions, please contact the DEP directly.
As of May 5, 2018, all Noise Mitigation Plans must now be made publicly available on the DEP website as per Local Law 10 of 2018. The DEP has new fillable forms that must be emailed to the DEP. Note, these forms must still be made publicly available at the work site by conspicuously posting the plan. The on-line forms are printable for you to post as well as submit to DEP by e-mail. For more info and/or to submit a Noise Mitigation plan, visit the DEP website: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dep/html/noise/construction-noise.shtml If you have any questions, please contact the DEP directly.
Any construction work occurring in the street near a tree may require a permit from the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information go to https://www1.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/infrastructure/permits.shtml
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POSTED 1/10/2019 - Government/Capital Projects: Please be advised, if you need any assistance regarding your Government Contract/Capital Project Permits or have any questions, concerns or complaints, please send an email directly to governmentcontracts@dot.nyc.gov
***12/5/17 UPDATE: IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING INSURANCE REQUIREMENT***: CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE (COI) HAS BEEN UPDATED. SAMPLE OF LATEST VERSION OF COI CAN BE FOUND HERE: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/downloads/pdf/insurancecert.pdf
When updating General Liability insurance, all permittees must provide copies of their General Liability insurance policy’s Additional Insured Endorsements (CG 20 37 04 13 & CG 20 26 04 13) or equivalent. The Name of Additional Insured Person(s) or Organization(s) should read: The City of New York, including its officials and employees.
Location And Description of Completed Operations should read: All Locations as per NYCDOT permits. These forms are in addition to the Certificate of Insurance and Certification by Broker that permit applicants must already supply. The agency requires this additional documentation to ensure that permitttees have procured compliant insurance that properly makes the City additional insured on their insurance policies. If you have questions, please contact the Permit office via email at constructionpermits@dot.nyc.gov .
When updating General Liability insurance, all permittees must provide copies of their General Liability insurance policy’s Additional Insured Endorsements (CG 20 37 04 13 & CG 20 26 04 13) or equivalent. The Name of Additional Insured Person(s) or Organization(s) should read: The City of New York, including its officials and employees.
Location And Description of Completed Operations should read: All Locations as per NYCDOT permits. These forms are in addition to the Certificate of Insurance and Certification by Broker that permit applicants must already supply. The agency requires this additional documentation to ensure that permitttees have procured compliant insurance that properly makes the City additional insured on their insurance policies. If you have questions, please contact the Permit office via email at constructionpermits@dot.nyc.gov .
POSTED 12/10/19 - 119- PAVE STREET PERMIT - STIPULATION REVISION: 1/2 + 5' - THE PERMITTEE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MILLING AND PAVING 1/2 + 5 FT OF THE ROADWAY TO A DEPTH OF 3 INCHES AS A MINIMUM RESTORATION REQUIREMENT. THE PERMITTEE IS REQUIRED TO EMAIL THE NYC DOT HIQA BORO OFFICE A MINIMUM OF 4 HOURS PRIOR TO PAVING. (MN – Manhattanbpp@dot.nyc.gov) (BKLYN – Brooklynbpp@dot.nyc.gov) (QNS – Queensbpp@dot.nyc.gov) (BX – Bronxbpp@dot.nyc.gov) (SI – Statenislandbpp@dot.nyc.gov). AT THE REQUEST OF THE BORO ROADWAY REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OFFICE, THE PERMITTEE MAY BE REQUIRED TO RESTORE A LARGER AREA OF THE ROADWAY IF STIPULATED SEPARATELY HEREIN
POSTED 5/10/19 *** IMPORTANT NOTICE***
New Bicycle Lane Stipulation Changes are starting Monday, May 13, 2019. For detailed information on these changes visit: https://www1.nyc.gov/html/dot/downloads/pdf/bike-mpt-guidelines.pdf
New Bicycle Lane Stipulation Changes are starting Monday, May 13, 2019. For detailed information on these changes visit: https://www1.nyc.gov/html/dot/downloads/pdf/bike-mpt-guidelines.pdf