Re-Roofing Permit in Greeley, Colorado
VerifiedRequired for residential and commercial re-roofing in Greeley. Reviewed against 2021 IRC Chapter 9 roofing provisions as adopted; uses the Colorado Chapter ICC 'Single Family Residential Re-roofing' guide as the basic plan-submittal reference. Governed by the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee Schedule.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
When you need this permit
- Building permit required for re-roofing under Greeley's adopted 2021 IRC / 2021 IBC (roofing is not on the Sec. 22-33 permit-exempt work list)
- Roofs with slopes below 2:12 require a low-slope roof membrane (not standard asphalt shingles); slopes 2:12 to 4:12 require 19-inch lapped underlayment; slopes 4:12 and greater require one layer of underlayment, per the Colorado Chapter ICC Re-Roofing guide referencing 2021 IRC Chapter 9
- Ice barrier (self-adhering underlayment) required per 2021 IRC R905.1.2 in areas with a history of ice damming; drip edge required at eaves/gables covering a minimum 2 inches onto the roof deck
- Attic/roof-cavity ventilation required per IRC R806.2 (1/150 net free vent area, reducible to 1/300 with proper intake/exhaust and vapor retarder in cold climate zones)
- Shingle fastening: 4 nails per strip standard, 6 nails per strip in high-wind areas (designated wind speed over 90 mph) — relevant given Greeley's 115 mph adopted design wind speed
- Installations above 7,500 feet elevation require additional ice/water protection measures per manufacturer instructions (not directly applicable at Greeley's ~4,650 ft elevation, but the Colorado Chapter guide flags it for reference)
Required documents
- Required
Building Permit Application (Roofing)
Submitted online through eTRAKiT
- Optional
Single Family Residential Re-roofing Building Guide
Colorado Chapter ICC basic plan-submittal guide under the 2021 IRC, linked from the City's Building Inspection Resources page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (same schedule as new construction) | $23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the City's 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule Table 1-A | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule |
| Minor Plan Review Fee (utility/accessory-scale reroofs under 1,000 sq ft) | $75.00 flat | City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule, item 7 |
Review timeline
10–10 business days
Greeley’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Mid-Roof / Final
Verification of ice barrier, underlayment, flashing, and drip edge installation, and final completed roof covering per approved plans and manufacturer instructions
Tips
- No dedicated published re-roof-specific fee table exists; re-roof permits are governed by the same general valuation-based Building Permit Fee Schedule that applies to all building permits (Secs. 22-33, 22-34), with the $75 minor-review fee applicable to smaller residential reroof scopes (verify exact valuation tier with Building Inspection at 970-350-9830).
- The City's Building Permits and Inspections page does not publish a re-roofing-specific review timeline; re-roofing is an alteration to an existing structure (not new construction), so it is governed by the same 10-working-day 'Additions/remodels plan review' track published on that page.
- Below 2:12 slope, standard asphalt shingles are not allowed — a low-slope membrane product is required.
- Greeley's adopted 115 mph basic wind speed exceeds the 90 mph threshold that triggers the Colorado Chapter ICC guide's 6-nail-per-strip high-wind shingle fastening pattern — confirm fastening schedule with your roofing manufacturer and the Building Inspection Division.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to re-roof my house in Greeley?
- Yes. Re-roofing requires a building permit; it is not on Greeley's list of permit-exempt work (Greeley Municipal Code Sec. 22-33). The City references the Colorado Chapter ICC 'Single Family Residential Re-roofing' guide as a basic 2021 IRC plan submittal.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
- City of Greeley Building Inspection (Community Development) — official building department
- Building Permits and Inspections | City of Greeley
- Single Family Residential Re-roofing Building Guide (PDF)
- Greeley Municipal Code Sec. 22-33 — Work exempt from permit
- City of Greeley 2024 Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF)
- Greeley Municipal Code Sec. 22-34 — Building permit valuations (governing fee basis)
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 Greeley building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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