Re-Roofing Permit in Roswell, New Mexico
VerifiedRequired for all new roof installations, re-roofs, and applications of roof coating systems on residential and commercial buildings in Roswell, per 14.5.2.8(E) NMAC. Excludes manufactured/mobile homes, which are permitted through the state office. Reviewed by the City of Roswell Building & Inspections Division.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
When you need this permit
- All new roof installations and re-roofs require a building permit and inspections
- All applications of roof coating systems require a building permit and inspections
- Does not include manufactured/mobile homes — permits for those are available through the state office
- Must describe existing roof type and re-roofing installation in detail on the application
- Installation detail submitted must not be deviated from without approval from the building inspector
- Permit must be posted on the job site
Required documents
- Required
Re-Roofing Permit Application
City of Roswell form; email to permits@roswell-nm.gov
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Re-Roofing Permit Fee | Valuation-based per the City of Roswell Building Fee Schedule (applicant enters Re-roofing Contract Cost on the application; the application does not print a flat re-roof-specific fee, and cross-checking the fee schedule confirms Roswell uses the same valuation-tiered Building Permit Fee table for re-roofs as for other building permits) | Re-Roofing Permit Application (DocumentCenter/View/5821) and City of Roswell Building Fee Schedule (DocumentCenter/View/26127) |
Review timeline
~1–3 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Roswell building department
Inspection process
- 1
Decking Inspection
Required at minimum upon removal of the existing roof, per 14.5.2.8(E)(3) NMAC
- 2
Final
Required for the roof system or roof coating system application upon completion; call the building inspector directly at (575) 637-6293 to schedule
Tips
- Roof coatings require a permit in Roswell just like full re-roofs — do not assume a coating-only job is exempt.
- Manufactured/mobile home re-roofs are NOT covered by this city permit — apply through the state (NM CID) instead.
- You must call the building inspector directly at (575) 637-6293 to schedule the required final inspection.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to re-roof my house in Roswell?
- Yes. Per 14.5.2.8(E) NMAC, all new roof installations, re-roofs, and roof coating applications require a building permit and inspections in Roswell, except for manufactured/mobile homes, which are permitted through the state office.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-02.
- City of Roswell Community Development — Building & Inspections Division — official building department
- Re-Roofing Permit Application (PDF)
- Checklist for Residential Plans (PDF, cites 14.5.2.8 NMAC roofing provisions)
- Residential Permits | City of Roswell
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 Roswell building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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