This week in Williamsburg / East Williamsburg (11211), we tracked 11 newly approved permits across 6 unique properties. Total estimated construction value: $1,162,671. Notable activity includes a major change-of-use renovation on Havemeyer Street and a $179K duplex conversion on Conselyea Street — both strong candidates for policy review or new business outreach.
Insurance Opportunity Spotlight
159 Havemeyer Street has 5 active permits totaling $347,375 for a full building conversion to 3-family residential. This property is transitioning from commercial to residential use — a textbook trigger for new homeowner policies, builder's risk, and umbrella coverage. Owner: Clyburn Group LLC (Benjamin Clyburn). Reach out before the framing goes up.
High-Value Permits (4)
159 Havemeyer Street
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
$347,375
General Construction
Structural
Mechanical Systems
High Value
Proposed interior renovation of change of use of existing building to new 3-family building with 3 dwelling units. No proposed change in bulk. Work on cellar through 3rd floor.
148 Conselyea Street
East Williamsburg, Brooklyn
$179,211
General Construction
High Value
Interior renovation including duplexing Apt 1R as shown on plans filed herewith. Work on cellar and 1st floor.
148 Conselyea Street
East Williamsburg, Brooklyn
$106,050
General Construction
Medium Value
Interior and exterior renovation as shown on plans filed herewith. Work on floors 2 through 3 and roof.
157 Havemeyer Street
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
$52,290
General Construction
Medium Value
Proposed facade restoration of front and rear of building. Additional permit for interior demolition and structural restoration ($9,320).
Commercial Permits (1)
50 Withers Street
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
$30,000
General Construction
Medium Value
Interior renovation of existing eating and drinking establishment on the first floor. To change bar location. No change to use, egress or occupancy.
Scaffolding & Site Preparation (6)
159 Havemeyer Street
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
$5,000
Construction Fence
Standard
Proposed 8' high construction fence. Associated with ongoing 3-family conversion project.
Owner: Benjamin Clyburn (Clyburn Group LLC)
Approved: Mar 3, 2026
154 Skillman Avenue
East Williamsburg, Brooklyn
$9,000
Sidewalk Shed
Supported Scaffold
Standard
Installation of 300PSF sidewalk shed and pipe scaffolding as per plans. All equipment shall comply with Ch #33 of the NYC Code 2022.
Owner: Paramjit Kaur (Titan Services USA Inc)
Approved: Mar 17, 2026
165 Woodpoint Road
East Williamsburg, Brooklyn
$1,000
Sidewalk Shed
Standard
Installation of temporary heavy duty sidewalk shed as per plans. Sidewalk shed shall comply with Chapter #33 of 2022 the NYC Building Code. Live load 300PSF.
Owner: Chris Cielepak
Contractor: Andamio Scaffolding LLC
Approved: Mar 13, 2026
98 Havemeyer Street
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
$9,000
Sidewalk Shed
Standard
Installation of 300PSF sidewalk shed as per plans. All equipment shall comply with Ch #33 of the NYC Code 2022.
Owner: Paramjit Kaur (Titan Services USA Inc)
Approved: Mar 6, 2026
82 Ainslie Street
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
$1
Enclosure System
Standard
Installation of temporary engineered enclosure system as per plans. Work on floors 1 through 5, open space, and roof. No change in use, egress or occupancy.
Owner: Eddie Gazheli
Contractor: Core Scaffold Systems Inc
Approved: Mar 12, 2026