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New construction roofing in Kendall West, FL

Only 2.2 percent of homes in Kendall West were built in 2010 or later, so most roof work here is on older houses. New construction is still going up, though, and a new roof on a new home follows its own sequence of permits, decking, underlayment and inspections. Those steps are set by Miami-Dade's strict hurricane zone rules.

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Updated October 2026

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Permits and inspections

How new roofs are permitted and inspected in Kendall West

Miami-Dade County Regulatory and Economic Resources handles building permits for Kendall West, which is unincorporated. Roof permit applications in the High Velocity Hurricane Zone must carry the product approval or Notice of Acceptance numbers for the roofing system being installed. Ask the building office to confirm the form and current fee schedule before you file.

The inspection sequence for a new home runs from framing through sheathing, then to a dry-in inspection, roof coverings and flashing, and finally a final inspection. Roof sheathing has to be fastened with specific ring shank nails before the dry-in inspection can pass. Planning the roof crew around these inspections keeps the build from stopping.

Codes and product approval

Product approval and the 2026 code edition for Kendall West permits

Miami-Dade's Product Control Section approves or denies roofing products used on the building envelope and certifies the labs that test them. Each approved product carries a Notice of Acceptance with an expiration date. The NOA can be checked by number before the roofing material is ordered.

The Florida Building Code Ninth Edition takes effect December 31, 2026. Permit applications submitted on or after that date must comply with the new edition. Roofs permitted in Kendall West before then follow the edition in force at filing, so the filing date controls which rules apply.

Contractor rules

Who can install a new roof in Kendall West

A general contractor building its own home may install asphalt or fiberglass shingles itself. Tile, metal and membrane roofs must go to a roofing contractor that holds the required certificate or registration. A general contractor may not advertise as a roofer without that certification. Check the license with the state before you sign anything.

The Florida Building Code requires a Notice of Commencement recorded and posted on the job site before the first inspection. Without it, the owner can end up paying twice for the same work. The permitting office will ask for a copy before the first inspection.

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Questions

New construction roofing in Kendall West: questions

What is the 25% roof rule in Florida?

The 25 percent rule limits how much of an existing roof can be repaired or replaced in any 12-month period without replacing the whole roof covering. The current code text sets this limit. Should your current roof have been constructed or repaired under the 2007 Florida Building Code or a newer edition, just the section that was repaired has to satisfy present-day code. Miami-Dade's building office can tell you how it applies to your specific roof.

Source: 2023 Florida Building Code, Building, 8th ed., Chapter 15 (UpCodes viewer, unofficial transcription), read Oct 5, 2026

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Who issues roof permits in Kendall West?

Kendall West is a census-designated place in unincorporated Miami-Dade County, so the county's Regulatory and Economic Resources department issues the permit. Confirm the current forms and fees with the building office before you file.

Source: Miami-Dade County Regulatory and Economic Resources (RER) - Building & Permits, read Oct 5, 2026

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Do I need an inspection before the final on a new roof in Kendall West?

Yes. The code lists a roofing inspection that covers the dry-in, insulation, roof coverings and flashing before the final inspection. Sheathing has its own inspection, either as part of the dry-in or on request once all sheathing and fasteners are complete. Many homes in Kendall West were built around 1986, so older roof decks often get extra attention during review. Ask the building office to confirm the exact sequence for your permit.

Source: 2023 Florida Building Code, Building, 8th ed., Chapter 1 (UpCodes viewer, unofficial transcription), read Oct 5, 2026

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How do I check a roofing product approval?

Use the Florida Building Commission product approval search by FL number, manufacturer or code version. Miami-Dade products carry a Notice of Acceptance with an expiration date, and the NOA must be available at the job site when the building official asks for it. An expired NOA is not valid. Many homes in the area were built around 1986, so older roofs may have products approved under earlier code versions, which is worth checking before you replace them.

Source: Florida Building Commission, read Oct 5, 2026

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