Date: October 3, 2022
To: Construction Industry
From: Charlotte County Community Development Director/Building Official
Subject: Roofing Permits
In accordance with DBPR Emergency Declaration 2022-03, Certified and Registered General, Building and Residential Contractors are not required to subcontract roofing jobs in Charlotte County. Registered contractors are not limited to the jurisdiction they are registered and may work in all the county’s listed in the emergency declaration.
Roofing permits may be obtained online or in the office by contractors registered with the County or as an owner-builder. Owner-builders must personally appear to obtain a permit according to Florida statutes.
Roof covering or sheathing damage that is less than 100 square feet will not require a permit.
Roofs that have damage to the rafters, trusses or structural elements will need a renovation permit obtained by a general, building or residential contractor.
If the existing roof covering was installed before March 1, 2009 and more than 25% of the roof covering is damaged, the whole roof covering will need to be replaced.
If the existing roof covering was installed after March 1, 2009, the owner may elect to repair only the damaged area and not the whole roof.
No permits are required for tarping a roof and securing the structure.