Do I need a permit to install or re-roof my house?

It depends on what you are planning to do. If you are simply applying a new layer of shingles you do not need a building permit.  If you are replacing or repairing any portion of the wood sheathing supporting the shingles or structural members like rafters or trusses, a building permit is required.  You might need to obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) if your home is located in a historic district. When recovering an existing roof, the new roof covering cannot be installed without first removing all coverings when the existing roof has two or more layers of any type of roofing to keep from overloading the roof structure.

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1. What should I consider when hiring a general contractor to work on my house?
2. Do I need a permit to install or re-roof my house?
3. Do I need a permit to build a fence?
4. Do I need a building permit to put a shed in my yard?
5. What residential building codes does the Division of Building Inspection enforce?
6. Do I need a permit to install a swimming pool or hot tub?
7. Can I put new shingles over the existing ones?
8. What is the frost line depth; how deep should I dig my footing?
9. How long do I have to make repairs to a house that has been cited as a nuisance?
10. After a permit is issued, can I do the work on my house or do I need to hire someone?
11. What do I need to obtain a permit to build a deck?
12. What do I need to obtain a permit to add a garage?
13. What do I need to obtain a permit to build an addition to my house?
14. Do my plans need to be prepared by an Architect or an Engineer?
15. How long does it take to get a permit?
16. How many copies of plans are required for permit review?