Do I need a permit for a roof replacement in Virginia Beach, VA?

Yes. Virginia Beach lists roofing replacements among projects needing a permit. The state exemption for roof covering does not apply where design wind speed exceeds 100 mph.

Cost

Fee not extracted; see Virginia Beach Permits & Inspections. Unverified, confirm locally

Fee source: https://planning.virginiabeach.gov/permits/building/residential-building-permits

Where to apply

City of Virginia Beach Permits & Inspections (online)

Permitting authority: City of Virginia Beach Planning Department, Permits & Inspections. Virginia uses a statewide building code (USBC); the City enforces it. Properties in the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area, flood zones or the Southern Rivers Watershed may need environmental approvals first. See also: how to apply for a building permit.

Official sources

“Roofing or siding replacements”

Source: https://planning.virginiabeach.gov/permits/building/residential-building-permits

“14.5. Replacement of an unlimited amount of roof covering or siding in Group R-3, R-4, or R-5 provided the building or structure is not in an area where the nominal design wind speed is greater than 100 miles per hour”

Source: https://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title13/agency5/chapter63/section80/

Verified: 2026-10-19 · Status: verified · Confidence: medium