San Francisco, CA homeowner guide
Roof & Storm Damage in San Francisco, California
San Francisco storm roof work should distinguish replacing covering from repairing damaged framing or decking. The City’s online reroof pathway is limited to work without plans or structural-component replacement. Record the affected assemblies and any interior leakage so the contractor and DBI can identify the correct permit rather than treating every storm job as a simple reroof.
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Roof permit requirements
San Francisco states that installing, repairing, or removing roofing material requires a permit, subject to the code exemptions it links. The online reroof application is for licensed C-39 contractors and excludes structural component work such as framing or decking and sheathing replacement.
Damage notices
If DBI issued a Damaged Building Notice after the storm, contact the inspector and follow the access restrictions and repair directions. Structural damage may require professional evaluation. A reroof application does not override an unsafe-area restriction or authorize unrelated structural reconstruction.
Issues to assess in San Francisco
- ✓Storm damage to roof covering
- ✓Leaks at damaged roof assemblies
- ✓Possible damage to sheathing or structural supports
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- ✓Record visible damage from a safe ground-level position.
- ✓Obtain a scope distinguishing covering, decking, and structural work.
- ✓Confirm permit requirements before permanent reconstruction and dry affected interiors.
General safety
- ✓Never climb onto a damaged or wet roof.
- ✓Stay clear of downed power lines and report them to your utility.
- ✓Keep away from rooms under a sagging ceiling.
- ✓Watch for broken glass and exposed nails.
Do not fit structural work into a reroof application
San Francisco’s online reroof application excludes structural work such as framing, decking, and sheathing replacement. Before accepting a storm-repair proposal under that route, ask the C-39 contractor exactly what will be replaced. If the estimate includes those components, have the contractor establish the appropriate permit process rather than treating everything as roofing material.
San Francisco reroofing permit ↗Questions before agreeing to repairs
- Does your estimate include decking or sheathing?
- Is structural work excluded from this application?
- Who will establish the correct permit route?
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Roof & Storm Damage in San Francisco: FAQ
How does roof permit requirements affect this repair in San Francisco?+
San Francisco states that installing, repairing, or removing roofing material requires a permit, subject to the code exemptions it links. The online reroof application is for licensed C-39 contractors and excludes structural component work such as framing or decking and sheathing replacement.
What should I check about damage notices before proceeding?+
If DBI issued a Damaged Building Notice after the storm, contact the inspector and follow the access restrictions and repair directions. Structural damage may require professional evaluation. A reroof application does not override an unsafe-area restriction or authorize unrelated structural reconstruction.
Official San Francisco resources
Sources checked 2026-10-21. These are public-agency resources, not partners or endorsements. Current alerts, service instructions and restrictions can change.
Before wet-material cleanup
Electrical safety, documentation and drying decisions →Roof & Storm Damage guide
Full roof & storm damage emergency guide →Other California cities
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