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New construction roofing in Citrus Park, FL
21.7 percent of homes in Citrus Park were built in 2010 or later, which makes new construction roofing a regular job here. Builders and owners in this unincorporated community should know which code edition applies to their permit and what inspections come before the roof is closed in.
Updated October 2026
Citrus Park figures this page uses
- Share of homes built 2010 or later
- 21.7%
- Median year homes were built
- 1993
- Housing units (ACS 5-year)
- 11,587
Code timing
Determining which code edition governs a new roof permit
Because Citrus Park is unincorporated, the Hillsborough County building office handles its permits. Since December 31, 2023, the 2023 Florida Building Code, Eighth Edition, has governed construction. Any application filed on or after December 31, 2026 must comply with the Ninth Edition, which becomes effective that day.
That date matters for a builder planning a subdivision phase. A permit filed before the cutoff stays under the older edition, while one filed after it must meet the new rules. Permits also expire if work does not start within six months of issue, so plan the roof phase against those clocks.
What inspectors check
Deck, underlayment and fastening on new homes
For shingle and metal roofs on a new home, the code gives three dry-in options. One is a full deck covering of self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen. Another is a strip of membrane or tape over every deck joint with an approved underlayment over the whole roof. The third is two layers of approved felt-type underlayment fastened at set spacing.
Ring shank nails are the required fastener for roof sheathing. Drip edge at the eaves and gables is fastened closer together where design wind speeds are 110 mph or higher, and tile must go over solid sheathing.
Sequencing
Coordinating the roof with the build and its inspections
Framing must be finished, including the roof framing and bracing, before the sheathing inspection can be requested. Schedule that inspection right after all roof and wall sheathing and fasteners are complete, and before roofing starts.
Before the first inspection, a Notice of Commencement needs to be both recorded and posted at the job site. The permitting office also needs a copy before that inspection when the direct contract is above the statutory threshold.
Questions
New construction roofing in Citrus Park: questions
What is the 25% roof rule in Florida?
The 25% rule limits how much of an existing roof can be repaired, replaced or recovered in any 12-month period without bringing the entire roof system up to current code. If not more than 25 percent of the total roof area is touched, the rest of the roof can stay as it is. A roof is treated differently under the 25 percent rule exception only if that roof was built, repaired or replaced in compliance with the 2007 Florida Building Code or any later edition, and the 2007 code took effect March 1, 2009. For a permit question on your roof in Citrus Park, confirm the details with the Hillsborough County building office.
Source: 2023 Florida Building Code, Building, 8th ed., Chapter 15 (UpCodes viewer, unofficial transcription), read Oct 5, 2026
Who issues roof permits for new construction in Citrus Park?
Citrus Park is an unincorporated community, so the Hillsborough County building office issues roof permits here. The county permit search lists permit records for the area. Builders can also use a licensed private provider for plan review or inspections if the fee owner authorizes it in writing.
Source: Hillsborough County - Building Permits & Records (unincorporated Hillsborough County), read Oct 5, 2026
Who is allowed to install a new roof on a home here?
A general contractor who lacks a roofing certificate or registration must assign the roofing work to a subcontractor. Asphalt or fiberglass shingles may be installed by a builder only on a new structure that the builder itself is constructing. Roofs made of tile, metal, or membrane must be assigned to a certified or registered roofing contractor. Many of the older homes in the area were built around 1993, so a roof replacement on one of them is a common job that falls under these same rules.
Source: Florida Statutes, section 489.113 (2026), read Oct 5, 2026
Does a new home in Citrus Park have a builder warranty?
Yes, Florida law requires a builder to warrant a newly constructed home for one year against defects in equipment, material or workmanship that cause a material code violation, and this applies to new homes in Citrus Park. The clock begins with whichever comes first: original conveyance of title or initial occupancy. Ordinary wear, settling, defects the owner caused, and natural disasters fall outside coverage. The rule took effect July 1, 2025. Citrus Park has a mix of housing, with about 11,587 housing units in the area according to the American Community Survey, so buyers of newer homes should review their builder's written terms carefully.
Source: Florida Statutes, section 553.837 (2026), read Oct 5, 2026
Do new homes here need gutters and downspouts?
Buildings with eaves projecting less than 6 inches need gutters and downspouts, though gable end rakes and roofs sitting above another roof are exempt. Downspout outlets must sit at least 1 foot away from the building's sidewall. Builders should confirm the exact layout with the Hillsborough County building office.
Source: 2023 Florida Building Code, Residential, 8th ed., Chapter 3 (UpCodes viewer, unofficial transcription), read Oct 5, 2026
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