§ 78-84. Required residential roof materials.

This section shall pertain to all residential districts.

(1)

Pitched roofs shall be tile or metal with "s" shape or similar design to resemble tile.

(2)

A roof shall be considered pitched if it has a slope greater than 2½ inches in 12 inches.

(3)

A roof shall be excepted from the provisions of this section if:

a.

The slope is equal or less than 2½ inches in 12 inches.

b.

On existing homes as of June 1988.

c.

On additions or auxiliary buildings to existing homes with existing pitched roofs covered with materials which were approved at the time of original construction.

(4)

Metal with factory finish and that has received a "Notice of Acceptance" from Miami-Dade County and that is labeled "Miami-Dade County Product Control Approved" may be used as alternative roofing material for all residential districts, subject to review and approval of the planning and zoning department in accordance with the following:

a.

The color of the roof shall be similar to clay tiles in the city or as determined by the planning and zoning department.

b.

The details, color, and manner of installation shall be consistent with the architectural design, style and composition of the residential structure.

c.

The use of a metal roof is architecturally compatible with the established scale, context, and character of the surrounding area.

d.

Any substantial change from existing materials in place shall require the approval of the city staff for aesthetics and harmony with other buildings in the proximity thereof.

e.

Metal roof is permitted if the slope is greater than two and one-half inches in 12 inches with "s" shape or similar design to resemble tile.

(5)

Flat roofs are permitted on additions to existing pitched roof structures providing:

a.

The structure is located in the rear of the building and shall be situated so that it is between the prolongations of the sidelines thereof.

b.

Metal or fabric roofs are permitted to cover porches, patios, in residential districts, providing:

1.

The area covered by the metal or fabric roof shall not exceed the permitted impervious area.

(Ord. of 9-25-06; Ord. No. 2010-09, § 1, 6-15-10; Ord. No. 2018-09, § 1, 8-21-18)