Roof Replacement Permit in Brevard County, Florida
Permit required
Yes, a permit is required
Before repairing or replacing roof covering (shingles, tiles, metal, skylights) on a site-built home in unincorporated Brevard County
Issued byBrevard County Planning and Development Department, Building Permits Division
By Mario Bailey, verified against official sources
Quick answer
Brevard County requires a Residential Reroof permit for the repair or replacement of roof covering such as shingles, tiles, metal, or skylights, with no permit required for reroofing work on mobile homes or tiny houses on wheels. It is processed as an 'Expedited Permit' that does not require county staff plan review, so a licensed contractor can obtain it directly online. This applies only to unincorporated Brevard County; incorporated cities have their own building departments. Separately, a Florida statute effective July 1, 2026 (Ch. 2026-63, F.S. 553.79(1)(g)) lets an owner request a written building-permit exemption for work on a single-family residence valued under $7,500, with documentation; it does not name roofing specifically, it excludes electrical, plumbing, mechanical, gas, and structural trade work and flood-hazard parcels, and it prohibits splitting a project to qualify. Brevard's own reroof page, last confirmed via archive from September 2025 before the exemption took effect, does not mention this state exemption.
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When a permit is usually needed
Before repairing or replacing roof covering (shingles, tiles, metal, skylights) on a site-built home in unincorporated Brevard County
What a roof replacement permit costs in Brevard County
How Brevard County compares in Florida
| Jurisdiction | Permit needed? | Threshold |
|---|---|---|
| Alachua County | It depends | area of roof repair or replacement |
| Brevard Countythis page | Permit required | Any size |
| Broward County | It depends | under F.S. 553.79(1)(g) (HB 803, ch. 2026-63, effective 2026-07-01), work valued at less than $7,500 on a single-family dwelling qualifies for exemption upon a written exemption request with documentation of the nature and value of the work; the exemption excludes electrical, plumbing, structural, mechanical, and gas work and any property in a flood hazard area; the statute does not name roofing, so a non-structural reroof under that value can qualify; confirm with Broward County Building Code Division. |
| Charlotte County | Permit required | Roof repairs less than 100 square feet (one square) where the work does not include repairs to trusses or rafters do not require a permit. |
| Clay County | Permit required | Any size |
| Collier County | Permit required | Collier County's locally adopted building code amendment exempts from permit only the repair of any roof covering not exceeding $1,500.00 in value of materials and labor, or repair work not exceeding two roofing squares (200 square feet) in extent; this exemption is for roof repair, not for roof replacement/reroofing (removing and replacing the covering), which requires a standard Reroof permit. |
| Hernando County | Permit required | Roof repairs covering less than 100 square feet of existing roof are exempt from a building permit; this exemption does not extend to a full roof replacement |
How to apply in Brevard County
In Brevard County, a residential reroof permit application is lighter than for structural work: you state whether the scope is a full tear-off (roof replacement) or an overlay (roof recover), describe the covering material and its manufacturer instructions, and note the condition of the existing deck, since those facts determine which code path applies.
What most roof replacement permit applications include:
- State on the application whether the job is a roof replacement, which strips all existing layers down to the bare deck, or a roof recover, which leaves the old covering in place under specific conditions, since the two scopes are governed differently (IRC R908.3).
- For Brevard County, a recover is only an option where the new covering follows the roof covering manufacturer's approved instructions or is a self-supporting system, such as standing-seam metal, that does not rely on the existing roof for support (IRC R908.3.1).
- Full tear-off must be scoped on the application instead of a recover when the existing roof is water soaked or deteriorated, is slate, clay, cement, or asbestos-cement tile, or already carries two or more layers of roof covering (IRC R908.3.1.1).
- For Brevard County, the materials and installation methods described on the application must comply with the reroofing requirements of the roof-assemblies chapter (IRC R908.1).
- If the scope reuses existing slate, clay, or cement tile, damaged or broken pieces cannot be listed for reinstallation, and any rusted or deteriorated flashings, edgings, outlets, or vents uncovered during tear-off must be scoped for replacement (IRC R908.5).
General submittal guidance from IRC Section R908 Reroofing (text as adopted in the 2020 Residential Code of New York State, based on the 2018 IRC). Source. Brevard County Planning and Development Department, Building Permits Division sets the exact checklist for Brevard County.
Where to apply in Brevard County:
Brevard County Planning and Development Department, Building Permits Division
- 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Room A114, Viera, FL 32940
- Phone: (321) 633-2187
- Email: Building.Licensing@BrevardFL.gov
Roof Replacement Permit in Brevard County compared with nearby Florida localities
| Locality | Permit needed? | Threshold | What each Florida schedule says | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brevard County | Permit required | Any size | ...Reroof Permit Application fee table lists a Building Code Review fee of $75.00 for... | |
| Alachua County | It depends | area of roof repair or replacement | Flat fee: Roof: New Residential $220.00, Roof: Repair Residential $220.00, per the... | |
| Broward County | It depends | under F.S. 553.79(1)(g) (HB 803, ch. 2026-63, effective 2026-07-01), work valued at less than $7,500 on a single-family dwelling qualifies for exemption upon a written exemption request with documentation of the nature and value of the work; the exemption excludes electrical, plumbing, structural, mechanical, and gas work and any property in a flood hazard area; the statute does not name roofing, so a non-structural reroof under that value can qualify; confirm with Broward County Building Code Division. | Structural permit with a roofing-specific minimum: the greater of a $250 minimum base... | |
| Charlotte County | Permit required | Roof repairs less than 100 square feet (one square) where the work does not include repairs to trusses or rafters do not require a permit. | At application: building fee of 0.004 x ICC valuation (if valuation is $50,000 or more)... | |
| Clay County | Permit required | Any size | FY24/25 Building Fee Schedule: 'Roofing per 100 square feet' $10.00 |
Inspections and closing out your permit
In Brevard County, most residential reroofs get two to three field inspections keyed to the scope of work: a deck or nailing check when sheathing is exposed or replaced, a final on the completed covering and flashings, and in some high-wind regions a dedicated check of mitigation measures added during tear-off.
- In Brevard County: where the covering is fully removed and the sheathing is exposed, replaced, or added, inspectors check the deck and its nailing before any new roofing goes down, since the structural framework must be able to carry the new covering's loads (IRC R908.2).
- In Brevard County: an overlay is only approved where it meets one of the code's listed recover conditions, such as installation in accordance with the covering manufacturer's approved instructions (IRC R908.3.1).
- In Brevard County: flashings disturbed or replaced during the job are checked against the approved manufacturer's installation instructions, and metal flashing that will receive bituminous material must be primed before installation (IRC R908.6).
- In Brevard County: a final inspection confirms the completed roof covering and its fasteners were installed as required for that material and per manufacturer instructions before the permit is closed (IRC R905).
- In Brevard County: in some regions with strengthened wind provisions, reroofing an older single-family home also triggers inspection of supplemental deck-nailing and a secondary water barrier added during tear-off, on top of the base reroofing requirements (Florida Building Code, Residential R908.7 Mitigation).
- In Brevard County: reinstalled existing slate, clay, or cement tile is checked against reuse limits at inspection, and any rusted, damaged, or deteriorated flashings, edgings, outlets, or vents found during tear-off must be replaced rather than reinstalled (IRC R908.5).
Schedule each inspection in advance and pass the final before you use the work or close the permit. Request inspections through the Brevard County permit portal or by phone at (321) 633-2187.
Inspection sequence from IRC Section R908 Reroofing and Section R905 Roof Coverings (2021 International Residential Code). Source. An open permit left un-inspected can surface later in a title search or home sale.
Your Roof Replacement Permit checklist for Brevard County
- Confirm the requirement. Yes, a permit is required. Usually needed: Before repairing or replacing roof covering (shingles, tiles, metal, skylights) on a site-built home in unincorporated Brevard County.
- Budget the fee. Brevard's Residential Reroof Permit Application fee table lists a Building Code Review fee of $75.00 for the first $1,000 of job value plus $3.25 per $1,000 thereafter, plus a $25.00 Application Processing Fee and state surcharges of 1.5% (BCA) and 1% (FBC); no Land Development, Natural Resources, or Zoning Review line items are listed for reroofs, unlike some other residential permit types. No effective date is shown.
- Apply. In Brevard County, a residential reroof permit application is lighter than for structural work: you state whether the scope is a full tear-off (roof replacement) or an overlay (roof recover), describe the covering material and its manufacturer instructions, and note the condition of the existing deck, since those facts determine which code path applies. Start at the Brevard County permit portal.
- Keep the office details handy. Brevard County Planning and Development Department, Building Permits Division. Phone: (321) 633-2187. Address: 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Room A114, Viera, FL 32940.
- Plan for inspections. In Brevard County, most residential reroofs get two to three field inspections keyed to the scope of work: a deck or nailing check when sheathing is exposed or replaced, a final on the completed covering and flashings, and in some high-wind regions a dedicated check of mitigation measures added during tear-off.
Compiled from the official sources on this page. Last checked .
Frequently asked questions
- Do you need a roof replacement permit in Brevard County?
- Brevard County requires a Residential Reroof permit for the repair or replacement of roof covering such as shingles, tiles, metal, or skylights, with no permit required for reroofing work on mobile homes or tiny houses on wheels. It is processed as an 'Expedited Permit' that does not require county staff plan review, so a licensed contractor can obtain it directly online. This applies only to unincorporated Brevard County; incorporated cities have their own building departments. Separately, a Florida statute effective July 1, 2026 (Ch. 2026-63, F.S. 553.79(1)(g)) lets an owner request a written building-permit exemption for work on a single-family residence valued under $7,500, with documentation; it does not name roofing specifically, it excludes electrical, plumbing, mechanical, gas, and structural trade work and flood-hazard parcels, and it prohibits splitting a project to qualify. Brevard's own reroof page, last confirmed via archive from September 2025 before the exemption took effect, does not mention this state exemption. Always confirm with the Brevard County Planning and Development Department, Building Permits Division before starting.
- How much does a roof replacement permit cost in Brevard County?
- Brevard's Residential Reroof Permit Application fee table lists a Building Code Review fee of $75.00 for the first $1,000 of job value plus $3.25 per $1,000 thereafter, plus a $25.00 Application Processing Fee and state surcharges of 1.5% (BCA) and 1% (FBC); no Land Development, Natural Resources, or Zoning Review line items are listed for reroofs, unlike some other residential permit types. No effective date is shown. Contact the office for current amounts.
- Where do you apply for a roof replacement permit in Brevard County?
- You can apply through the Brevard County permit portal or contact the Brevard County Planning and Development Department, Building Permits Division directly. The links are listed on this page.
- Can a homeowner pull a roof replacement permit themselves in Brevard County?
- Under Florida law (F.S. 489.103(7)(a)-(c)): Florida lets you pull your own permit as an owner-builder under section 489.103(7), Florida Statutes, which exempts property owners from the contractor licensing law when they act as their own contractor and provide direct, onsite supervision of all work not performed by licensed contractors. The exemption covers building or improving a one-family or two-family residence or a farm outbuilding for your own occupancy or use, and commercial buildings only up to a $75,000 cost, and the property may not be built or improved for sale or lease. If you sell or lease the property within 1 year after completing the work, the law presumes it was built for sale or lease, which violates the exemption. To qualify, you must personally appear and sign the building permit application and sign a state-prescribed disclosure statement acknowledging that you are the party legally and financially responsible for the construction, that you must provide direct, onsite supervision, and that unlicensed people you use must be your own employees, bringing federal tax withholding and workers' compensation obligations. You may not hire an unlicensed person to act as your contractor and may not delegate supervision to anyone who is not licensed for the work being done; if these requirements are violated, the local permitting agency shall withhold final approval, revoke the permit, or pursue unlicensed-activity remedies. A separate narrow branch of the exemption also lets an owner take over and complete a permit on a one-family or two-family residence when the original contractor substantially completed the project. Confirm how Brevard County applies this before you apply.
From the Library
What else needs a permit in Brevard County
Every other permit type we have verified for this jurisdiction, with the rule that applies here.
| Project | Permit needed? | Threshold | Typical fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Permit | Permit required | Any size | Not published |
| Electrical Permit | It depends | Permits are required for the installation or replacement of electrical wiring, meter cans, and breaker panels; this does not include changing fixtures that do not require moving or changing wiring. | ...Electrical Permit Application fee table lists a Building Code Review fee of $75.00... |
| Fence Permit | It depends | Permit not required for repair or replacement of less than 50% of an existing fence using the same size and material in the same location. | Brevard's Residential Fence Permit Application fee table lists a $25.00 Application... |
| HVAC Permit | Permit required | Any size | ...Permit Application fee table lists a Building Code Review fee of $75.00 for the... |
| Plumbing Permit | It depends | Permits are required for the installation or replacement of water, sewer, or gas piping and systems; this does not include changing like-for-like water heaters or fixtures such as sinks. | ...Plumbing Permit Application fee table lists a Building Code Review fee of $75.00... |
| Pool Permit | It depends | Permits are issued for in-ground pools and spas, and for above-ground pools with a depth of 24 inches or greater. | ...Pool Permit Application fee table lists a Building Code Review fee of $75.00 for... |
| Shed Permit | It depends | A permit is required for an accessory structure (shed) over 100 square feet. | ...permit category, whose fee table lists a Building Code Review fee of $75.00 for the... |
| Solar Permit | Permit required | Any size | ...Permit Application fee table lists a Building Code Review fee of $75.00 for the... |
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Code references
National and state model-code sections the general guidance on this page is drawn from. They are not Brevard County documents; the office above sets the local rules.
How this roof replacement permit page for Brevard County was verified. 2 official sources: brevardfl.gov, brevardfl.gov. Last checked by Mario Bailey, not confirmed with Brevard County Planning and Development Department, Building Permits Division. Rules change; confirm before you build. How we verify.
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