Roofing permits in City of Kirkland: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a roofing / re-roof permit in City of Kirkland, Washington — when one is required, what it costs, how long review takes, what documents are required, and which inspections you can expect. Cited to Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com..
Free lookup, no account needed — your lot polygon, zoning, setbacks and overlays, cited to City of Kirkland's source.
When does a roofing / re-roof need a permit in City of Kirkland?
A re-roof tear-off-and-replace using the same type of roofing is exempt provided the roof sheathing is not altered; an overlay is exempt up to 2 total layers of roofing material. Changing roof sheathing, structure, or material type requires a permit.
In the source's own words
“Re-roofing (tear off and replace) using same type of roofing provided roof sheathing is not altered.”Source ↗verified 2026-09-24
Required submittals
- scope description
- manufacturer underlayment + flashing details
Inspection sequence
- mid-roof / underlayment
- final
Contractor specialties needed
general
Who can do this work in City of Kirkland?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout City of Kirkland and King County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the roofing / re-roof permit with Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com., carries the project through review and inspections, and performs the construction. Call (206) 410-5100 for a City of Kirkland roofing / re-roof quote.
Notes & caveats
Underlayment per R905. Ice/water shield required (most WA climate zones) at eaves + valleys (R905.1.2). Cool-roof / WSEC R-value of insulation may be triggered if removing decking.
How to apply yourself
- 1. Confirm your parcel's zoning & overlays. Run an address lookup for your City of Kirkland roofing / re-roof — we'll pull your specific lot polygon, zoning, setbacks, and any shoreline/ECA/historic overlays.
- 2. Assemble submittals (2).
- 3. Submit through the city portal: Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com. ↗
- 4. Track review. Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (Flat fee or valuation-based, per the city's fee schedule. Apply via https://mybuildingpermit.com.) and pick up the permit. Inspection card travels with the job.
Or have Kolmo do it
We pull roofing / re-roof permits in City of Kirkland every month. We prepare the drawings and submittals, file with Apply via MyBuildingPermit.com., handle reviewer comments, and build the project.
Licensed WA general contractor KOLMOL*753JS · bonded & insured
Roofing permits in City of Kirkland — FAQ
When does a roofing / re-roof need a permit in City of Kirkland?
A re-roof tear-off-and-replace using the same type of roofing is exempt provided the roof sheathing is not altered; an overlay is exempt up to 2 total layers of roofing material. Changing roof sheathing, structure, or material type requires a permit.
How much does a roofing / re-roof permit cost in City of Kirkland?
Current fee per the City of Kirkland fee schedule: Flat fee or valuation-based, per the city's fee schedule. Apply via https://mybuildingpermit.com.. Plus ancillary plan-review/tech-surcharge fees per city schedule.