Is a permit required to do a small roof repair in San Antonio?

Is a permit required to do a small roof repair in San Antonio?

Joe S.Pro Member
Investor · San Antonio · Member since 2020 · 3k+ posts · 3k+ votes

I have a house that I've owned for a couple of years in San Antonio Texas. There is a tree that has limbs that has rubbed a few shingles on the roof. I do not need to do a roof replacement only do a couple of repairs by replacing some shingles in a couple of small areas. The reason why am asking this question is because it is my understanding that San Antonio is targeting sellers/investors that are putting their houses on the market through the MLS. I do plan on selling this house in the near future.

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Seth TeelPro Member
Investor · San Antonio, TX · Member since 2012 · 596 posts · 587 votes
6y

@Joe S.

Permit is required only if you will be replacing/repairing more than 50% of the total roof. From what you're describing, it doesn't sound like you'd need to get a permit.

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  • Specialist · Plano, TX · Member since 2020 · 2k+ posts · 861 votes
    6y

    If the repair will be altering the look and aesthetic of the roof, then probably so. Cities tend to have specific looks they stick to. I would check first before you commit to anything. 

  • Seth TeelPro Member
    Investor · San Antonio, TX · Member since 2012 · 596 posts · 587 votes
    6y

    @Joe S.

    Permit is required only if you will be replacing/repairing more than 50% of the total roof. From what you're describing, it doesn't sound like you'd need to get a permit.

  • Joe S.Pro Member
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    Investor · San Antonio · Member since 2020 · 3k+ posts · 3k+ votes
    6y
    Originally posted by @Marlen Weber:

    If the repair will be altering the look and aesthetic of the roof, then probably so. Cities tend to have specific looks they stick to. I would check first before you commit to anything. 

     It will not alter the look or anything of that nature. It is doubtful that anyone would even be able to tell. 

  • Joe S.Pro Member
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    Investor · San Antonio · Member since 2020 · 3k+ posts · 3k+ votes
    6y
    Originally posted by @Seth Teel:

    @Joe S.

    Permit is required only if you will be replacing/repairing more than 50% of the total roof. From what you're describing, it doesn't sound like you'd need to get a permit.

     Thanks brother Seth :-)

  • Investor · San Antonio, TX · Member since 2019 · 576 posts · 307 votes
    6y

    For just doing minor patch work like this you will not need a permit from Bexar County / San Antonio.

  • Wholesaler, Rehabber and Landlord · San Antonio, TX · Member since 2014 · 2k+ posts · 2k+ votes
    6y

    When you go to sell the house, make sure that you do not say, "New Roof Replacement in 2020". LOL

    It is when you advertise the repairs done to the house that they check for permits. OR if your pictures show shiny new faucets and everything new, they will check.

  • Specialist · Plano, TX · Member since 2020 · 2k+ posts · 861 votes
    6y

    @Joe S. Good to know. Great question to ask, tons of info on here as well. 

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