Roofing Permits in Surrey
What Surrey homeowners should know about permits for roof work.
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Key information from official sources. Always confirm with the municipality.
Building permits for major roof work
Surrey requires building permits for significant roofing projects. Contact the Building Division to determine if your specific project needs a permit.
Confirm requirements before starting
Permit requirements depend on scope. The Building Division can clarify whether your roofing project needs a permit.
Insurance may require permits
If re-roofing after storm damage or for an insurance claim, your insurer may require proof of permitted work. Check with your insurance company.
What Usually Requires a Permit
Full roof replacement
Contact Building Division to confirm.
Structural changes
All structural work needs permit.
Skylights
Roof penetrations require permit.
Solar panels
Building and electrical permits.
Roof additions
Decks, dormers, etc.
What Typically Doesn't Require a Permit
Minor repairs
Small fixes to existing roof.
Gutters
Replacement or repair.
Moss removal
Maintenance.
Cleaning
Service work.
How Permits Work
- 1Call Building Division at 604-591-4441 to confirm requirements.
- 2Contractor can apply on your behalf.
- 3Online applications for registered contractors.
- 4Provide scope of work description.
- 5Obtain permit before starting work.
Inspections
- •Permitted work requires inspections.
- •Contact Building Division for scheduling.
- •Keep permit accessible on site.
- •Final inspection confirms compliance.
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Always confirm requirements with the city.