Verified 2026-05-01
Electrical permit for panel, service, or electrical system modification
NYC DOB's electrical owner requirements describe electrical systems work as installation, alteration, or repair of wiring, apparatus, appliances, and main control or cutoff equipment. The same guidance says no installation or modification to electrical systems can be performed without a permit, so electrical panel, service, breaker, or related wiring work should use the DOB electrical permit process.
Official application