Do I need a permit to re-roof my home?

Re-roofing a house is considered maintenance and does not generally require a permit. However, if structural damage is found on your house, a permit may be required to replace any roof structural members (this does not include the plywood or OSB sheathing that goes down on the roof rafters or trusses). The West Allis municipal code only allows two layers of roofing material on a house, so if you have two layers already, they will have to be removed before installing the new roofing material. The amount of attic ventilation on your house cannot be reduced through a re-roofing project.

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1. What should I do if my contractor did not obtain a permit?
2. Can I do construction work myself or must I hire a licensed contractor?
3. If I do not need a permit, may I construct my project however I want?
4. Do I need a permit to construct a basement rec-room?
5. Do I need a permit to construct a fence and are there any requirements?
6. Do I need a permit to re-roof my home?
7. Do I need a permit to re-side my home?
8. Do I need a permit to construct a storage shed?
9. Do I need a permit to replace my water heater?
10. Do I need a permit to replace my windows?
11. I want to remodel my kitchen. What permits will I need?
12. I want to replace the light fixtures on the outside of my home. Do I need an electrical permit?
13. My neighbor's yard is a mess. Can the City force them to clean it up?
14. Who is responsible for cleaning snow and ice from fire hydrants?
15. Who is responsible for clearing snow and ice from sidewalks?