Eagle County Colorado roofing codes are listed below. Minimum sustained wind speed rating for asphalt shingles is 90 MPH with 3 second gusts.

Information Updated On

9/23/2018

Building Department Phone

970.328.8730

Inspection Line

1-866-701-3307

Fax

970-328-7185

Department Website

Current Building Code

2015 IBC/IRC

Current Energy Code

2015 IECC

Requires a Building Permit

Yes

Roof System/Fire Rating required for Residential Dwellings

Class A

Special conditions

Class of roof system/fire rating is dependent upon specific wildfire hazard for property. Call (970) 328-8742- to obtain a hazard rating.

Minimum sustained wind speed rating for Asphalt Shingles

90 MPH 3 second gusts

Inspectors carry ladders for the final

No

Requires midroof (in progress) inspection

No

Maximum number of layers of asphalt shingles permitted

One layer

Maximum number of layers of flat roof material permitted

One layer

Enforces the use of Self Adhering Underlayment (i.e., Ice & Water)

Yes

Underlayment required for 4:12 and above

Per manufacturer installation instructions and wildfire hazard rating

Requires ventilation to meet building codes

Yes

Permits Soffit eave/vents

Yes