Roofing permits in City of Shoreline: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a roofing / re-roof permit in City of Shoreline, Washington — when one is required, what it costs, how long review takes, what documents are required, and which inspections you can expect. Cited to Shoreline Planning & Community Development.
Free lookup, no account needed — your lot polygon, zoning, setbacks and overlays, cited to City of Shoreline's source.
When does a roofing / re-roof need a permit in City of Shoreline?
A re-roof permit is required; for routine re-roofing the City has standard specifications that, with a site plan, are accepted as the plans. Like-for-like material replacement is typically over-the-counter.
In the source's own words
“For routine projects such as demolition, re-roofing, and driveway, the City has standard specifications that can be followed within certain limitations.”Source ↗verified 2026-10-02
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 Shoreline?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout City of Shoreline and King County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the roofing / re-roof permit with Shoreline Planning & Community Development, carries the project through review and inspections, and performs the construction. Call (206) 410-5100 for a City of Shoreline roofing / re-roof quote.
Notes & caveats
Re-roof permits in Shoreline follow Title 15.05 (adopted 2021 IRC). Like-for-like material replacement is typically over-the-counter. Solar-ready provisions per 2021 IRC R324 + WSEC apply when ≥50% of roof area is replaced.
How to apply yourself
- 1. Confirm your parcel's zoning & overlays. Run an address lookup for your City of Shoreline 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: Shoreline Planning & Community Development ↗
- 4. Track review. Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (Flat fee or valuation-based, per the city's fee schedule. Apply electronically via eTRAKiT (https://www.shorelinewa.gov/government/departments/planning-community-development/permit-center-remote-services/register-for-a-professional-etrakit-account).) 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 Shoreline every month. We prepare the drawings and submittals, file with Shoreline Planning & Community Development, handle reviewer comments, and build the project.
Licensed WA general contractor KOLMOL*753JS · bonded & insured
Roofing permits in City of Shoreline — FAQ
When does a roofing / re-roof need a permit in City of Shoreline?
A re-roof permit is required; for routine re-roofing the City has standard specifications that, with a site plan, are accepted as the plans. Like-for-like material replacement is typically over-the-counter.
How much does a roofing / re-roof permit cost in City of Shoreline?
Current fee per the City of Shoreline fee schedule: Flat fee or valuation-based, per the city's fee schedule. Apply electronically via eTRAKiT (https://www.shorelinewa.gov/government/departments/planning-community-development/permit-center-remote-services/register-for-a-professional-etrakit-account).. Plus ancillary plan-review/tech-surcharge fees per city schedule.