Mounting in Brooklyn
What should I check before mounting in Brooklyn?
For mounting in Brooklyn, start with the item weight, wall type, and exact spot. Share photos and ask what fixings the job needs. Check building rules before drilling. If the work touches a landmark, check city permit rules too. HandyFox availability depends on your address and a pro who can take the job.
Check the wall and the address
As of 2026-10-19, the city district maps list Brooklyn Heights and Fort Greene as historic districts in Brooklyn. Check the map for your exact building. A nearby district name is not proof that your home is in it.
Describe the item
For shelves, send their depth and the weight they need to hold. Include photos of trim, pipes, and any old holes. Ask the building owner about drilling rules.
Separate indoor and outdoor work
Say if a shelf will sit on an outer wall. If the job would change the outside of a protected building, check the permit rules first.
As of 2026-10-19, city landmark rules require permits for work that changes a protected building’s exterior. That includes parts not seen from the street. Interior landmark spaces have rules too.
For a HandyFox request, describe the item and wall. The pro can accept, decline, or discuss the work. See how it works.