To better serve you, we’ve launched our new eFiling system for virtually all construction job application filings. Our user-friendly, interview-style process assists applicants in preparing our newly-revised PW-1, Schedule A and Schedule B forms online for initial and subsequent filings. Because of this system upgrade, the PC Filing system is no longer available. Click here to use the new system to file your application, and view the  fact sheet (41 kb) for more information.

The Department of Buildings launched the pilot program providing customers the option to renew select no-change permit renewals online on February 22, 2005. Building on the success of that pilot, the Department is expanding its online service offerings, known as “eFiling”. This program has two components: Registration and eFiling. Want to know more? Check out the eFiling Frequently Asked Questions.

Step 1: Register

Customers must register to use eFiling. Anyone who has a valid and active general contractor tracking number or license number with the Department of Buildings is eligible for an eFiling account. You must provide your license and/or contractor information and submit it to the Department of Buildings for activation. Simply fill out the registration form online, print it, and then send it to us with the appropriate signatures and seals for review. You will be notified of your activation status via e-mail. There is also an  eFiling User Guide (2,979 kb) on the registration process.

Individuals who are not a licensee or general contractor may register online as a “Preparer”. As eFiling expands to other areas, Preparers will be able to create applications online and send them to licensees or contractors for submittal. For more preparer information, see  eFiling User Guide (2,979 kb).

Step 2: eFile! Login

Once activated, use the login username and password that you selected to login to eFiling. The eRenewal portion of this program is for select no-change permit renewals. Permits that may not be renewed online for this pilot include:

• Demolition permits
• Curb cut permits
• Homeowner permits
• Pre-BIS permits
• No-work permits
• Shed permits
• NB permits that do not have an active EQ Fence permit
• Permits that require a civil penalty or additional fee

Electrical Permits that may not be eFiled include:

• Signs
• If "Adequate Wiring Program" Special Certification/Approval Applies.
• Applications for Non-Building addresses (BusShelter,Telephone Booth,News Stand,Street Lighting,SubStation,etc.)

You will be able to process the applications, pay by credit card, and print the permit from your computer. The option to process in person or via mail will still be available. There is also an  eFiling User Guide (2,979 kb) on the efiling process.

Consider eFiling Today!

The Department is working constantly to expand and improve eFiling. Stay tuned for updates.