Sections 1, 2, 4 and 12 are required for all applications.
All sections: an Initial Permit and a Renewal Permit with changes complete all sections.
Renewal without changes: a Renewal Permit without changes completes sections 1, 3, 4, 7 - 12.
Concrete: if the approved work includes 2,000 cubic yards or more of concrete, complete sections 10 and 11.
Required if applicable: sections 7, 8, 10 and 11.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Form PW2 |
| Form Length | 3 pages |
| Fillable? | Yes |
| Fillable fields | 172 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 29 min |
| Edition | 11/22 |
| Who submits | Only the applicant of the PW2 |
| Matches the agency's file | Yes, checked October 2, 2026 |
| Other names | PW2, PW-2, PW 2, Form PW2, NYC PW2, DOB PW2, Work Permit Application |
| Official source | Form PW2 (Rev 11/22), NYC Department of Buildings |
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