Billboard, Building Sign, or Awning Permit

Need something else?

Building Sign Complaint to report a problem with a building sign
Awning, Canopy, Marquee, or Storm Enclosure Complaint to report a problem with an awning, canopy, marquee, or storm enclosure

You can get required permits for billboards, building signs, and awnings. Illuminated signs, billboards, and marquees require an extra permit that you must renew each year.

How to Apply

Online

To apply for a permit, you can electronically file through DOB NOW.

An eFiling account is required to submit filings in DOB NOW.

File a job through DOB NOW.

In Person

You can download the PW1 Plan/Work Approval Application form online, and submit it to the DOB Borough office where the work is being done.

Download PW1 Application form.

Find a DOB Borough Office.

Get Help

Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675) for help.

Starting on June 3, 2024, all existing and new DOB NOW users are required to have an NYC.ID account.

Users will complete a one-time process of creating an NYC.ID account
An NYC.ID account is required to access DOB NOW:
- Build
- Safety
- BIS Options
- Licensing
DOB NOW: Inspections and eFiling account registration is not changing and will not require an NYC.ID account

See NYC.ID announcement.

Billboard, Building Sign, or Awning Permit

NYC.ID Account