Under NYC's 2025–2026 sidewalk shed laws, permits now expire after 90 days — and dormant sheds draw escalating monthly fines. Enter your permit date and status to see your expiry countdown and fine exposure.
Based on Local Laws 48–51 of 2025
Updated for 2026 enforcement
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Permit details
Three quick inputs for your risk profile
Find the issue date on your DOB permit or in DOB NOW. Under LL48, permits now expire 90 days from issuance.
Permit status
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90-day permit window
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From issue date
Est. monthly fine if lapsed
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Dormant-shed penalty
90-day exposure
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If left uncorrected
Your position in the 90-day permit cycle
Day 0
Day 0 Permit issued
Day 60 File renewal / progress report
Day 90 Permit expires
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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimated guidance based on NYC Local Laws 48–51 of 2025 governing sidewalk shed permits (90-day permit cap, progress-report renewals, and escalating penalties for dormant structures). Fine estimates are approximate and depend on shed age, frontage, building classification, and DOB enforcement. Permit timelines vary by project. This tool is informational only and is not legal advice — confirm your specific obligations with the DOB or a licensed professional.
