The DOB reinstatement fees for old applications and expired permits will be changing on March 21, 2011

Approved / Disapproved Applications: “More than one year, but less than two years in approved or disapproved status with no relevant code / zoning changes and no permits issued during this period.” Fee: A full filing fee as outlined in Table 28-112.2 of the NYC Administrative Code – SEE TABLE 28-112 2

First Permit Issued with No Work Started: “More than one year since issuance of permit with no work started, but less than two years.” Fee: A full filing fee as outlined in Table 28-112.2 – SEE TABLE 28-112 2

First Permit Issued with Work Partially Completed: “More than one year since issuance of permit with work partially completed, but less than two years.” Fee: $100.00 renewal fee & a percentage of the full filing fee – SEE TABLE 28-112 2

Last Permit Has Expired, but Work has been Completed is Awaiting DOB Inspections for Signoff Fee: No reinstatement fee required. Permit Renewal- $100.00 for each work type – SEE TABLE 28-112 2

Last Permit Has Expired, but Work has been Completed and No DOB Inspection is required Fee: No reinstatement fee required

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS AND EXPIRED PERMITS OVER TWO YEARS OLD CANNOT BE REINSTATED & MUST BE RE-FILED.

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