New York FDNY Permits and Certificates

Many New York City businesses need Fire Department approvals to open and operate. We handle the FDNY permits and certificates your space requires, from assembly to cooking operations.

The Fire Department of New York issues permits and certificates for a range of conditions, including places of assembly, cooking operations, and the storage or use of certain equipment and materials. These approvals often gate your opening and tie into your building and occupancy filings. Gerald Franklin Agency and Warren Kalyan identify which FDNY approvals your space needs, coordinate the applications and inspections, and manage them alongside your other permits.

How We Help

What We Handle

Review of which FDNY permits and certificates your space needs
Place of assembly Fire Department approvals for larger rooms
Permits for cooking operations and related equipment
Coordination of inspections with the Fire Department
Alignment with your building and occupancy filings
A single point of contact across the agencies involved

Details

Common FDNY Approvals

Place of assembly

Assembly spaces need Fire Department sign off tied to occupancy.

Cooking operations

Commercial cooking and its equipment can require FDNY permits.

Certificates of fitness

Certain operations require a certified person on site.

Inspections

FDNY approvals usually involve an inspection we help you prepare for.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which FDNY permits will I need?

It depends on your space and operation, from assembly to cooking to equipment. We review your plans and give you the specific list.

Do assembly spaces need Fire Department approval?

Yes. Rooms that hold larger groups need FDNY sign off tied to their place of assembly. We coordinate both.

Are inspections part of it?

Usually. FDNY approvals often involve an inspection. We help you get ready so it goes smoothly.

Can you coordinate this with my building permits?

Yes. FDNY approvals tie into occupancy and building filings, so we manage them together.

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Ready to Get Started in New York?

Tell us about your business and location. We will confirm exactly what you need and manage the filing to approval.