What paperwork does a Florida building department expect on a shingle reroof permit as far as product approvals, and is Miami-Dade different?

Statewide (FBC 2023, Ch. 15 & 1612):

1. Florida Product Approval (FPA) or Miami-Dade NOA for the shingles (Category: Roofing, Sub: Asphalt Shingles).
2. FPA/NOA for Underlayment (synthetic or felt) and Starter/ Hip-Ridge accessories.
3. Roof Deck Attachment Verification: Signed affidavit or photos proving existing deck meets FBC 1507.2.1 (8d @ 6"/12" or re-nailing per Table 1507.2.1.1(1)).
4. Secondary Water Barrier (SWB) Affidavit: Required per FBC 1507.2.9 (self-adhered tape or peel-and-stick over joints) unless deck is concrete.
5. Wind Speed/Exposure Calcs: Site-specific design pressure (ASCE 7-22) matching shingle FPA pressure rating.
6. Contractor’s License & Insurance (Workers’ Comp exemption or cert).

Miami-Dade County (Chapter 16, Implementing Order 8-24):

• NOA Mandatory: Only Miami-Dade Notices of Acceptance (NOAs) are accepted for shingles, underlayment, fasteners, adhesives, and flashings. State FPA numbers are rejected.
• High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) Protocols: Installation must follow the specific NOA’s “Installation Instructions” (often stricter nailing patterns, 6 nails/shingle, specific starter courses).
• Deck Re-nailing: Mandatory inspection before underlayment; 8d ring-shank @ 4" o.c. edges / 6" field (per specific NOA or MDC TAS 117).
• SWB: Self-adhered membrane over entire deck often required per specific shingle NOA, not just joints.
• Permit Submittal: Requires signed/sealed Roofing Permit Application (Form ROOF-1), Product Control Submittal Sheet listing every NOA number, and a Letter of Compliance from the roofer.

Key Difference: Statewide = FPA or NOA. Miami-Dade = NOA only, whole-system listing, stricter nailing/SWB, pre-dry-in inspection mandatory.

For a shingle reroof permit in Florida, the building department typically requires the following paperwork:

1. Product Approval Documentation: - A current Florida Product Approval (FPA) number for the asphalt shingles being installed, issued by the Florida Building Commission (FBC). This confirms compliance with the Florida Building Code (FBC), Section 1507.2 (Asphalt Shingles). - The approval must be specific to the product, manufacturer, and installation method (e.g., nail pattern, underlayment, flashing details). - A copy of the Notice of Acceptance (NOA) from the FBC or an approved entity (like Miami-Dade County Product Control) is usually required.

1. Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions: - Submit the manufacturer’s printed installation guidelines, as the FBC requires installation per manufacturer’s specs (FBC 1507.2.1).

1. Roofing Application Details: - Scope of work (e.g., tear-off vs. overlay, number of layers). - Underlayment type and attachment method (FBC 1507.2.2). - Flashing details at penetrations, valleys, eaves, and rakes.

Is Miami-Dade different? Yes. Miami-Dade County has its own Product Control Section with stricter requirements due to high-velocity hurricane zones (HVHZ).

• Shingles must have a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) — Florida Product Approval alone is not sufficient in HVHZ areas.
• The NOA must specifically list the product for use in Miami-Dade/Broward (HVHZ).
• Additional requirements may include enhanced underlayment (e.g., self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen), specific nail patterns, and edge metal details.
• Always verify with the specific municipality (e.g., City of Miami, Miami Beach) as some may have supplemental rules.

Bottom Line: Statewide: Florida Product Approval + manufacturer specs. Miami-Dade/HVHZ: Miami-Dade NOA is mandatory. When in doubt, submit both — but verify with the local building department. Unpermitted or non-compliant work risks failure in high winds and insurance denial. (References: FBC 2023, Sections 1507.2, 1505; Miami-Dade Code §8-11; FBC Product Approval System) Word count: 248