Roofing Permit (Re-Roof) in Santa Fe, New Mexico
VerifiedRequired for commercial and residential roof replacement in Santa Fe, submitted via a dedicated Construction Application & Checklist for Re-Roof Submittals. Commercial re-roof projects require professional (NM-licensed design professional) seals; residential projects follow the same online CSS submittal process.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
When you need this permit
- Submit online via the Citizen Self-Service (CSS) portal (santafenm-energovpub.tylerhost.net) — re-roof permits must be submitted online
- Document submittals (2 sets): Roof Plan showing type of roof system, roof slope, and roof drainage; manufacturer's specifications and installation instructions
- All commercial re-roof projects require professional seals certifying: the structure can sustain the additional dead load of the new roof system, the roof deck is structurally sound, roof drains/drainage are sufficient, the existing roof system is securely attached to the deck, the existing roof assembly above the deck is dry/not deteriorated, and fire-retardant requirements are maintained
- Escarpment Overlay District pre-approval required if applicable
- Historic Preservation District pre-approval required if the property is within one of the City's five historic districts
Required documents
- Required
Construction Application & Checklist — Commercial and Residential Re-Roof Submittals
City of Santa Fe Land Use Department's dedicated re-roof application form (MASTERBP_REROOF_APPLICATION), capturing roofing square footage, roof pitch, number of existing layers, and roof classification (A, B, or C)
- Required
Roof Plan
Type of roof system, roof slope, and roof drainage (2 copies)
- Required
Manufacturer's Specifications and Installation Instructions
For the roofing system/materials being installed (2 copies)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based | Assessed on construction valuation using the same primary building permit fee table as new construction | City of Santa Fe Planning and Land Use Schedule of Fees, effective 01/01/2021; the re-roof application form has dedicated fields for Plan Check Fee, Water Budget Fee, and Permit Fee, all computed per the published Schedule of Fees |
| Administrative Fee | $40.00 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
Review timeline
~1–3 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Santa Fe building department
Inspection process
- 1
Roof Assembly Inspection
Covers decking, application of roof systems, and application of roof coatings for new and re-roofs; per NMAC 14.5.3.9.B(4)
- 2
Final Inspection
Per IRC Section 109.1.6, as referenced by NMAC 14.5.3.9.B(11)
Tips
- Re-roof permits in Santa Fe must be submitted online through the CSS portal — there is no in-person-only submittal path for this permit type.
- Commercial re-roof submittals need a professional (NM-licensed design professional) seal addressing structural adequacy, deck condition, drainage, attachment, and fire-retardancy — budget time to obtain this before applying.
- Confirm whether your property sits in a Historic Preservation District or the Escarpment Overlay District before applying; both require separate pre-approval submitted with the re-roof application.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I submit a re-roof permit application in person in Santa Fe?
- No — per the City's Re-Roof Construction Application & Checklist, re-roof permits must be submitted online via the Citizen Self-Service (CSS) portal.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-02.
- City of Santa Fe Planning, Land Use and Housing Department — Building Division (Permitting) — official building department
- City of Santa Fe — Construction Permit Submittal Checklists
- Construction Application & Checklist — Commercial and Residential Re-Roof Submittals (PDF)
- City of Santa Fe Planning and Land Use Schedule of Fees (PDF, effective 01/01/2021)
- NMAC 14.5.3 — Construction Industries General Provisions, Inspections
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 Santa Fe building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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