Roof shingles may be replaced without a permit. Alterations to roof structure require a building permit. No heat/hot water complaints can be made through Westchester County Department of Health. http://www.westchestergov.com/health/Complaint_bureau.htm

With cedar shake roofs - Most roofs start telling you they need to be replaced when the shakes start to crumble under your feet or when you start finding them in your yard after a wind storm. With composition shingles - These usually wear out in a more discreet way. Granules start coming off leaving black patches showing. Shingles also start to curl at the ends. In general, some people think if a roof leaks they need to replace it. Unless it's an older roof, leaks can usually be repaired. See similar questions...

Only if you are replacing more than 25% of the roof shingles or if the construction involves structural work, such as replacing rafters. See similar questions...

If the building is residential and you are only changing the roof covering and not the sheathing, you do not need a Building Permit; for all other work, you need a Building Permit. If the building is commercial, you must get a Building Permit, no matter what you are doing. See similar questions...

In order to ensure a safe design, and to accommodate for additional loads, such as snow. Existing decks are not designed to support such loads. See similar questions...

Two layers of shingles are allowed on your roof without a permit. If you take off the shingles down to the sheathing and sheathing must be replaced a permit is needed. See similar questions...

Repairs such as pumping out your septic tank or de-rooting your lines do not require a permit. Other, more extensive work may require a permit. Visit the Septic Tank Permit Process page for permit requirements. See similar questions...

Ans: No. Building permits are not required for replacing a roof, windows, or siding. Only when you are changing the actual structure such as roof pitch, trusses, or window and/or door way size. Call the Building Department if ever in doubt. Ans: No it is not permissible for anyone to live in a newly constructed home that has not been completed and inspected. A final certificate of occupancy must be obtained before anyone may move in or stay overnight. See similar questions...

In order to ensure a safe design, and to accommodate for additional loads, such as snow. Existing decks are not designed to support such loads. See similar questions...

Yes, a building permit is required. The permit can be issued over the counter and only takes a few minutes. The cost of the permit is based on the valuation of the work, including material and labor costs. Do I need a permit to install a spa and hot tub?If it is a plug cord connected spa/hot tub, the only permit required is for any new electrical work needed to operate the spa/hot tub. See similar questions...

Replacing a 3 foot fence with a new 3 foot fence has the same requirements as installing a new 3 foot fence. Replacing a fence higher than 3 feet requires a permit and inspections. If you are only repairing an existing fence, this is considered general maintenance and no permit is required. See similar questions...

Provided the substrate is in good condition, StreetPrint? can be applied as an overlay to existing concrete, asphalt, or stone base. If the existing driveway is asphalt, in good condition, the pavement can be reheated and StreetPrint? can be applied. See similar questions...

The exact measurements of your existing sign. This is very important if the sign is to fit within an exisiting frame or bracket. Also required is a good quality photograph of the sign that needs to be replaced. See similar questions...

Analogue broadcasts will continue until at least 2008, and possibly longer, so your current TV can be used until then. The price of digital TVs will be way outside most people's budget for a long time, and most people keep their TVs for 8 - 12 years by which time the price of digital sets might be more realistic. See similar questions...

Not necessarily, leaks can come from several areas of the roof. It could be a maintenance problem like caulking at flashings or pipes. Most roof systems are designed to last about twenty years. See similar questions...

The City does not require a permit if you are only replacing the shingles; however, Santa Rosa County requires a permit. If you make changes to the roof line, a permit form the City will be required. See similar questions...

Yes, if you are repairing more than 25% of your roof or replacing the entire roof. The permit fee varies depending on the valuation of the job being completed. Please call the Inspector at City Hall during his office hours if you have any questions. See similar questions...

A:A PV system can be installed on any well-structured roof. Typically asphalt shingles are easiest to work with, while slate is the most difficult. If your roof is older and needs to be replaced in the very near future, you may want to replace it at the time the PV system is installed to avoid the future cost of removing and reinstalling your PV system. PV systems are also available that integrate PV cells into the roofing materials themselves. See similar questions...