Wellington Roofing Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Roofing Permit checklist for Wellington

Reroof Packet — Wellington-specific Reroof Checklist (FBC 8th Edition 2023)
Includes Roof Material Worksheet for ALL proposed roofing systems
Submit application by email to BuildingDocs@WellingtonFL.gov → ProjectDox
Contractor must be registered — FL DBPR or PBC CILB roofing license required
GotchaInsurance cert holder: 'Village of Wellington / 12300 Forest Hill Blvd / Wellington, FL 33414'
NOC required for job value > $5,000 — recorded AND posted before first inspection
NOT in HVHZ — Wind-Borne Debris Region (WBDR standards apply)
FL Product Approval with valid FL# numbers required — NOT Miami-Dade NOA
Shingles must resist 130 mph wind speed (ASTM D3161 Class F or D7158 Class H)
Different roof pitches may require different FL Product Approval numbers — each pitch needs its own
Reroof plan review: 1 working day — 24-HOUR TURNAROUND (fastest in Wellington)
Roof Determination: 4 working days if needed
GotchaRe-roofing over existing space-sheathed decks is NOT permitted — must replace
GotchaExisting plywood must be re-nailed: minimum 8d ring-shank nails at 6" OC before underlayment
GotchaTile In-Progress inspection must be scheduled BEFORE 20% of tile is applied — missing this = failed inspection
GotchaFoam applicators must be properly licensed/certified
Roofing plan showing ALL pitches with FL Product Approval number for EACH pitch
Plywood thickness must be indicated on plans
Manufacturer installation specifications specific to the proposed job
If roof-over (existing shingles not removed): product approval must indicate compatibility
Hurricane Mitigation Affidavit — required upon COMPLETION of re-roof
Contractor affidavits + engineer certification CAN BE ACCEPTED with SUFFICIENT PHOTOGRAPHIC EVIDENCE (Wellington unique — for roof sheathing/metal/flat roofs)
Fees based on construction value per standard formula
Must print ONE set of approved plans for Permit Box or job site

Requirements change. Confirm the current checklist with the Wellington building department before you submit. See every permit type on the Wellington permit requirements page.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a Notice of Commencement in Wellington?

Florida law requires a recorded Notice of Commencement when the contract price is greater than $5,000 ($15,000 for repair or replacement of an existing heating or air conditioning system). Timing can vary, so confirm with the Wellington building department whether it is due at application or before the first inspection.

What gets a roofing application rejected in Wellington?

Insurance cert holder: 'Village of Wellington / 12300 Forest Hill Blvd / Wellington, FL 33414'. Re-roofing over existing space-sheathed decks is NOT permitted — must replace. Existing plywood must be re-nailed: minimum 8d ring-shank nails at 6" OC before underlayment.

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