Roofing Permit (Reroof) in Lakewood, Colorado
Required for replacement or repair of an existing roof covering in Lakewood (commercial, residential single-family/duplex, and residential 3+ unit buildings). No permit is required for repair of less than 1 square (10 square feet) or roof covering repairs under 100 sq ft, unless the repair requires removal of mechanical/electrical equipment. Applied for in eTRAKiT under Permit Type 'Reroofing'.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
When you need this permit
- eTRAKiT Permit Type 'Reroofing' with subtypes Commercial, Residential Single Family or Duplex, Residential 3 or More Units
- No permit required for repair of less than 1 square (10 sq ft) of existing roof covering
- Roof covering repairs of less than 100 square feet are exempt from permit UNLESS the repair requires removal of mechanical or electrical equipment (per City of Lakewood Exemptions from Permits handout)
- Residential decks and detached structures have separate permit types — reroofing covers roof covering replacement/repair only
- All contractors performing reroofing must be registered with the City of Lakewood
Required documents
- Req
Reroofing Permit Application (via eTRAKiT)
Select Permit Type 'Reroofing' and the correct subtype (Commercial / Residential Single Family or Duplex / Residential 3+ Units)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Reroof — single-family or duplex residential unit (flat fee) | $80.00 | City of Lakewood Building Permit & Inspection Fee Schedule, Flat Fee Permits table (effective Jan 1, 2021, current published version) |
| Reroof — commercial or residential 3+ units | Valuation-based per the standard Building Permit Fee table | Not listed in the Flat Fee Permits table; falls under the standard valuation-based building permit fee tiers per the fee schedule |
Review timeline
~0–0 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Lakewood building department
Inspection process
- 1
Final
Completed roof — flashing, drip edge, underlayment, and installation quality verified
Tips
- Reroofing a single-family or duplex home in Lakewood is a simple flat $80.00 fee — no valuation calculation needed.
- Ground snow load design minimum is 30 psf citywide (non-reducible) per the City of Lakewood Codes and Loads handout — relevant for roofing material/attachment specification.
- Small roof repairs under 100 sq ft are permit-exempt UNLESS mechanical or electrical equipment must be removed to perform the repair.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to reroof my house in Lakewood?
- Yes, for most reroofing work. A residential single-family or duplex reroof is a flat $80.00 permit fee. Repairs of less than 1 square (10 sq ft), or roof covering repairs under 100 sq ft that don't require removing mechanical/electrical equipment, are exempt from permitting.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.
- City of Lakewood — Public Works Department, Permit Counter (Building Division) — official building department
- City of Lakewood Building Permit & Inspection Fee Schedule (effective Jan 1, 2021, current published version) — Flat Fee Permits table
- City of Lakewood eTRAKiT Permit Types info sheet (rev. 2022-01-06) — Roof and Siding section
- City of Lakewood Exemptions from Permits handout
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 Lakewood building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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