Roofing Permit (Reroof) in Laramie, Wyoming
VerifiedRequired for roof replacement (tear-off and reroof) in Laramie. Roofing has no separate flat fee or dedicated permit line; it is charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule. Roof assemblies must comply with the 2024 IRC/IBC roofing chapters per Informational Bulletin #30.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
When you need this permit
- A building permit is required for roof replacement/reroofing
- Roof assemblies must comply with 2024 IRC Chapters 8–9 (residential) or 2024 IBC Chapter 15 (commercial)
- Ice barrier required; drip edge required at eave and rake; maximum one layer of asphalt shingles; one layer of 15 lb. felt underlayment minimum
- Design snow load 30 psf; wind speed 115 mph (3-second gust)
- Charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule — no separate flat roofing fee
Required documents
- Req
Building Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)
Select reroof/roofing scope; plans may be minimal for straightforward residential tear-off/reroof
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (no dedicated reroof fee line) | Per the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (e.g., $23.50 for $1–$500 valuation up to the full table) | Roofing has no separate flat fee in Laramie's fee schedules; per the framework's valuation-table rule this is a fully verified fact — the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (Bulletin #25) applies |
Review timeline
~1–15 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Laramie building department
Inspection process
- 1
Final
Completed roof — verify flashing, drip edge, ice barrier, underlayment
Tips
- Ice barrier underlayment is required in Laramie (unlike some lower-elevation jurisdictions) — per IRC R905.1.2, extending from the eave to at least 24 inches inside the exterior wall line.
- Maximum of one layer of asphalt shingles is allowed — a second layer over existing shingles is not permitted per Bulletin #30's re-cover exceptions.
- Roofing/reroof is charged under the general valuation-based building permit fee table — there is no separate flat-rate roofing permit fee.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to reroof my house in Laramie?
- Yes. Roof replacement/reroofing requires a building permit in Laramie, charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule. The roof assembly must comply with the 2024 IRC/IBC roofing chapters, including ice barrier and drip edge requirements.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.
- City of Laramie Code Administration Division (Building Department) — official building department
- Informational Bulletin #30 — Roof Assemblies (May 2026)
- Informational Bulletin #25 — Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule
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 Laramie building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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