Roofing Permit (Reroof) in Littleton, Colorado

Littleton requires a roofing permit (reroof) for: A permit is required for replacement/removal of more than one square (100 sq ft aggregate) of existing roof covering; equal to or less than one square is deemed 'roof repair' and does not require replacement of the entire roof (Policy #24-001, Section 3); Littleton REQUIRES FULL TEAR-OFF TO DECK for asphalt, metal, or clay/concrete tile roofs — no overlays are accepted on those materials (Policy #24-001, Section 1.1); membrane-type roof overlays ARE permitted under Section 2, but mineral-surfaced roll roofing is NOT permitted anywhere in the City; Roofing materials must be listed/rated for the City's adopted design criteria (Ground Snow Load 40 psf non-reducible, Ultimate Design Wind Speed 136 mph): Asphalt shingles ASTM D7158 Class H (up to 150 mph); Metal roofing UL 580/ASTM E1592 (150+ mph); Clay/concrete tile ASTM C1167 (150+ mph, high-wind install); Manufacturer's specifications demonstrating wind-load compliance must be submitted at permit intake; permits will not be accepted without this documentation; Ice and water barrier underlayment (ASTM D1970) required at eaves of all conditioned structures, extending minimum 2 feet inside the exterior wall line; valley treatment per Policy #24-001 Section 1.4; Asphalt shingles must comply with 2024 IRC Section R905.2.4 / ASTM D3462, nailed with minimum 6 nails per shingle; may not be installed below 2/12 pitch; double underlayment or ice/water barrier required between 2/12 and 4/12 pitch; Roof decks with spaced/board sheathing having gaps exceeding 1/2 inch must be overlaid or replaced with minimum 3/8-inch panel sheathing; a Building Division sheathing-fastening inspection is required before underlayment/covering installation; If City records indicate an existing photovoltaic (solar) system, roof permit issuance is delayed until a City-licensed solar contractor has obtained a separate permit to remove/replace the solar assembly (Policy #24-001, Section 4); Permit must be displayed in a location visible from the street prior to work commencement. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Littleton Building and Code Compliance Division (Community Development Department, Permit Center) at 303-795-3751 before starting work.

Removal/replacement of one square (100 square feet) or less aggregate area of existing roof covering is deemed a 'repair.' Anything greater than that is deemed a 'roof replacement' for code-applicability purposes, per Policy #24-001 Section 3.

Littleton does not publish a plan-review timeline for this permit. Contact City of Littleton Building and Code Compliance Division (Community Development Department, Permit Center) at 303-795-3751 for current turnaround.

You'll need: Roofing Permit Application (eTRAKiT Online System); Manufacturer's Wind/Snow-Load Compliance Specifications. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Littleton requires 2 inspection(s) for a roofing permit (reroof), in order: Sheathing Fastening Inspection (if sheathing overlaid/replaced), Final Roof Inspection. Schedule each through City of Littleton Building and Code Compliance Division (Community Development Department, Permit Center) (303-795-3751).

Apply through City of Littleton Building and Code Compliance Division (Community Development Department, Permit Center) at Littleton Center, 2255 W. Berry Avenue, Littleton, CO 80120. Phone: 303-795-3751, email: permits@littletonco.gov. Office hours: Permit Center: Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Fridays closed; in-person walk-in hours limited to Monday 1:00-4:30 p.m. (no walk-ins after 4:15 p.m.) and Thursday 8:00-11:30 a.m.; Building Inspections staff hours 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. FAX 720-741-0210, eFax 720-384-0601.. Official information: https://www.littletonco.gov/Building-Development.

Littleton, Colorado has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC) — City of Littleton Building Codes and Amendments page; 2024 International Residential Code (IRC); 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC); 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC); 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC); 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC); 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — Littleton uses the International Plumbing Code, not the Uniform Plumbing Code; 2024 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC); 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC); 2024 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC); 2024 International Fire Code (IFC); ICC A117.1-2017 Standard with Supplement 1 — Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities; NFPA 70 National Electrical Code, 2026 Edition ("2026 NEC"); 1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings (International Conference of Building Officials); Colorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code, adopted by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs and Colorado Energy Office effective June 1, 2023; Littleton City Code Title 4, Chapter 1 — local IRC amendments including adopted Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (Table R301.2): Ground Snow Load 40 psf (non-reducible), Ultimate Design Wind Speed 136 mph; Littleton City Code Title 3, Chapter 16 — Contractor Licensing (license/registration required to obtain permits within city limits, effective July 1, 1985). Local amendments apply — see the Littleton overview page for the full list.

No. Per City of Littleton Roof Covering Installation and Inspection Requirements Policy #24-001, the City requires full tear-off to the deck for asphalt, metal, and clay/concrete tile roof coverings; no overlays are accepted on those materials.