Roofing Permit 101: Do You Need One for Your Florida Roofing Project?

It may be tricky to know if you need a permit for the roofing work being done on your home. Do you need one if repairs are being made? What about if it’s a reroof? 

Whether you need a new roof or your roof needs repairs that involve structural changes or alterations, you’re going to need a roofing permit.

The good news is if you hire a roofing company to complete your reroof or repairs, they’ll take care of the roofing permit for you.

But let’s talk about roofing permits and why you may need one.

What is a roofing permit? Why do you need one?

A roofing permit is a building license required before construction work can start on commercial or residential properties. The permit includes scope of work, materials used, and expected timeline for the project. 

It also ensures that the roofing work meets all required building codes and safety regulations. And depending on the region or agency, there may be inspections required during different phases of the project.

A roofing permit is issued either to the property owner or a licensed contractor (depending on who submits the application). A benefit of hiring a licensed roofing contractor to complete your roof repairs or reroof is they’re familiar with the permitting process. And they’ll make sure the permit is closed out properly with a final inspection by the county.

Who issues a roofing permit in Miami-Dade County and Broward County? 

The municipality where the building or home is located is the governing body for the issuance of a permit. 

For example, in Miami Dade or Broward County, it can be the county. But if your suburb is incorporated, then they will most likely have their own building department. The same is true across the state of Florida.

Who signs a roofing permit?

The building owner/homeowner and contractor are the ones who sign the permit application.

How long can it take to get a roofing permit?

The time it takes to get a permit can vary depending on factors like the complexity of the project, the completeness of the application, and the workload of the permitting agency.

Most permits are issued within 2 weeks after submission. But some municipalities can take over 8 weeks to issue a permit. It’s dependent on every municipality.

But delays can happen. And this is often because the permit application or documentation is not complete. Having a roofing contractor take care of the permit will help reduce any possible delays.

Ready to put a new roof on your home? Or need roofing repairs?

M3 Roofing has you covered! We’ll take care of all your roofing needs and make sure your roofing permit gets processed successfully.

At M3 Roofing, we have a team of dedicated, professional roofogists that can help with your roof. We love to educate our customers. And we want to empower you to make educated decisions about your roof.

Send M3 Roofing a message or call the office – (305) 265-5000 – to set up a roof inspection today. 

We service homes throughout Miami-Dade and Broward County.