Date: June 20, 2024
Issuance and Cannot be Renewed or Reissued
Holders of Limited Gas Work Qualifications will be required to apply for and obtain a Full Gas Work Qualification to continue performing gas work in New York City after the expiration of their Limited Gas Work Qualifications. Full Gas Work Qualifications do not expire.
Per the NYC Administrative Code Section 28-423.1, gas work can only be performed in New York City by:
- • a Licensed Master Plumber (LMP); or
- • a person working under the direct and continuing supervision of an LMP if the person holds a Full Gas Work Qualification or holds a Limited Gas Work Qualification and is performing the work under the direct supervision of a person who holds a Full Gas Work Qualification or an LMP.
How to Obtain Full Gas Work Qualification
1. Review the Full Gas Work Qualification requirements on the Gas Work Qualification page on the part Department’s website. Full Gas Work Qualification requires a minimum of 5 years of full-time experience performing gas work under the direct and continuing supervision of an LMP, where at least 1 year of experience was in New York City.
2. Schedule a Gas Work Qualification Examination by completing an LIC41: Written Examination Application form and selecting Gas Work Qualification. Accepted applicants will receive an email from the exam administrator in 2 to 3 weeks with instructions on how to schedule the exam.
3. Pay the $585 exam fee in-person by money order at the Central Cashier (280 Broadway, 1st Floor)
4. Drop-off or mail the completed LIC41 with receipt of payment to:
NYC Department of Buildings
Attention: Licensing & Exams Unit
280 Broadway, 1st Floor
New York, NY 10007
5. Once you have passed the exam, use a NYC.ID account to login to DOB NOW: Licensing and select +New License. If you need to create an account, visit nyc.gov/dobnowtips. Complete the application and upload the required documents, including the Gas Work Qualification Exam Score Report.
Additional Information
The NYC Construction Codes can be found on the Codes page at nyc.gov/buildings.
DOB NOW Inquiries & Support
To submit an inquiry about DOB NOW, visit the DOB NOW Help Form at nyc.gov/dobnowhelp.
