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Homes in Long Beach
Across the City of Long Beach, the Census Bureau counts 16,630 homes. The median was built in 1961, 48% before 1960. 66% are owner-occupied and 38% are single-family detached houses. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $696,400.
Utility gas 70%, fuel oil 9%, electricity 17%: that is how occupied homes here are heated (Census Bureau estimates for 2020-2024).
Permits
The City issues building permits for the whole city. The City of Long Beach Building Department is the office ((516) 431-1005). Our City of Long Beach permit guide covers how to apply.
Trades we match in Long Beach
| Trade | What the town says |
|---|---|
| Heating and cooling | Central heating and air conditioning work in Long Beach, oil and gas included, needs a City permit. |
| Plumbing | Every plumbing job in Long Beach needs a City permit. |
| Electrical | Electrical jobs in Long Beach need a City permit. |
| Water damage repair | Long Beach requires a floodplain development permit for any development in a special flood hazard area. |
| Basement waterproofing | Long Beach floodplain permits must show the lowest floor's elevation, basement or cellar included, for new or substantially improved structures. |
| Fences and decks | Long Beach requires a permit for any new or replacement fence. |
| Junk removal and demolition | Demolishing a one- or two-family house in Long Beach costs $300.00, plus $500.00 to shut off water and sewer. |
| Siding | New siding in Long Beach needs a permit from the Building Department. |
| Driveways, pavers and masonry | Driveway repaving or replacement, and curb cuts, need a Long Beach permit. |
| Tree service | Long Beach owners and occupants maintain trees and shrubs between their property line and the street. |
| Sewer and drain lines | Long Beach sewer service is run by the Public Works Division of Sewer Maintenance, (516) 705-7418. |
| Water heaters | Only a City-licensed plumber may do plumbing in Long Beach; homeowners cannot do it themselves. |
| Pools and pool service | Installing a pool, hot tub or sauna in Long Beach requires a City permit. |
| EV chargers | Long Beach bars homeowners from their own electrical work and requires a City-licensed electrician. |
| Home security and smart home | Long Beach alarm owners must file system details with the Police Department within 10 days of installation. |
| Handyman services | A handyman needs a Long Beach contractor license to obtain a building permit, since only licensed contractors or homeowners can. |
| Dumpster rental | Long Beach license fees are $265.00 for demolition and excavation contractors and for carting businesses. |
| Sheds | Sheds are among the most commonly obtained permits in Long Beach. |
How Revival helps
Request a free call. Revival goes over the job and the permit with you, checks licenses and insurance, and introduces up to two vetted, licensed pros as they join our network in Nassau County. You choose who to hire, and you never pay Revival.
Trades in Long Beach
- HVAC Contractors in Long Beach
- Plumbers in Long Beach
- Electricians in Long Beach
- Water Damage Repair in Long Beach
- Basement Waterproofing in Long Beach
- Fence and Deck Builders in Long Beach
- Junk Removal and Demolition in Long Beach
- Siding Contractors in Long Beach
- Driveway and Paver Contractors in Long Beach
- Tree Service in Long Beach
- Sewer and Drain Service in Long Beach
- Water Heater Installers in Long Beach
- Pool Builders and Pool Service in Long Beach
- EV Charger Installers in Long Beach
- Home Security Installers in Long Beach
- Handyman Services in Long Beach
- Dumpster Rental in Long Beach
- Shed Builders in Long Beach
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Questions homeowners ask
Who issues building permits in Long Beach, NY?
The City of Long Beach Building Department issues building permits for the City of Long Beach.
How old are the homes in Long Beach?
The median home in the City of Long Beach was built in 1961, and 48% were built before 1960, according to Census Bureau estimates for 2020-2024.
How does Revival find a licensed pro in Long Beach?
Request a free call. Revival goes over the job and the permit, checks licenses and insurance, and introduces up to two vetted, licensed pros as they join our network. You choose who to hire.
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from these official pages. Rules and fees change, so confirm with the office before you file anything.
Checked 2026-11-03. Facts come only from the official pages listed, read on that date.
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