Roofing Permit (Re-Roofing) in Arvada, Colorado
Required for residential and commercial roof replacement in Arvada. Replacement of up to 100 sq ft of roofing material per year is treated as maintenance and does not require a permit. Commercial roofs are currently governed by Chapter 15 of the 2018 IBC as amended (2024 IBC effective July 1, 2026); properties in an identified wildfire risk zone that replace more than 25% of the roof covering will additionally need to comply with the new Arvada Wildfire Resiliency Code once it takes effect.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
When you need this permit
- Replacement of roofing material up to a total of 100 sq ft per year is considered maintenance and does not require a Re-Roofing permit
- If only one face/side of a roof is damaged, that portion may be replaced alone if allowed by the manufacturer's installation instructions and applicable code
- All commercial roofs must be installed per Chapter 15 of the 2018 IBC (as amended) and manufacturer installation requirements for the wind speed at the site (136/150 Vult depending on location relative to Highway 93)
- Energy code upgrades required where sheathing is exposed during re-roofing and no cavity insulation exists: insulate above sheathing to R30ci, or below to R38 (flat) / R49 (attic)
- A duty-rated ladder (minimum 200 lb capacity, extending 3 ft above the roof edge) must be provided on-site for all roofing inspections, including a second-story ladder if applicable
- Re-roofing that replaces more than 25% of roof covering on a property within an identified wildfire risk zone will require compliance with the Arvada Wildfire Resiliency Code once it takes effect July 1, 2026
Required documents
- Req
Roofing Permit Application (eTRAKiT)
Online or in-person application; licensed contractors log in with their AEC contractor number
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing Permit Fee — valuation-based | Per Table 18-1 (valuation-based schedule) plus Use Tax | Residential and Commercial re-roofing use Table 18-1 of the Building Fee Schedule; the City directs applicants to its online Fee Calculator for a project-specific estimate — no separate flat re-roof dollar figure is published |
Review timeline
0–1 business days
Arvada’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Mid-Roof
Only required for flat (1:12 or lower slope) roofs or special roofing materials such as heavy tile
- 2
Final Roofing
Required for all re-roofing permits; ladder must be on-site and roof must be free of rain, frost, or snow at time of inspection
Tips
- Small repairs (up to 100 sq ft of roofing material per year) don't require a permit at all in Arvada — but full or partial-face tear-offs beyond that threshold do.
- You must provide a duty-rated ladder (200 lb minimum capacity, extending at least 3 ft above the roof edge, set at least 3 ft from any roof corner) for every roofing inspection, including a second ladder for second-story access if applicable — failure to provide one can trigger a re-inspection fee.
- If your property falls within an identified wildfire risk zone under the new Arvada Wildfire Resiliency Code (effective July 1, 2026), re-roofing that replaces more than 25% of the roof covering will trigger additional structural-hardening compliance requirements — verify your address against the City's wildfire risk map before budgeting your project.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to re-roof in Arvada?
- Yes, for any roofing replacement beyond 100 sq ft of material per year. Smaller repairs are treated as maintenance and don't require a permit. Apply via eTRAKiT (arvadapermits.org); fees are valuation-based per Table 18-1.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.
- City of Arvada — Building Safety Division — official building department
- City of Arvada — Re-Roofing
- City of Arvada — Building Code Adoption: Significant Changes (Wildfire Resiliency Code re-roofing threshold)
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Arvada building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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