- Roofing permits on record
- 51
- Adopted code
- None (unincorporated)
- Snapshot
- October 30, 2026
How many roofs are replaced in Ellis County?
Hail Pro has 51 roofing permits on record for Ellis County, TX, including 24 issued in the past 12 months; the latest was issued September 16, 2026. Each permit is linked to its property, so the last re-roof date shows on the property card in Hail Pro.
| Permit data | Ellis County, TX |
|---|---|
| Roofing permits | 51 |
| All building permits | 1,816 |
| Roofing permits, past 12 months | 24 |
| Records since | 2015 |
What building code applies to roofs in Ellis County?
Unincorporated Ellis County has no county building code: Texas counties apply the residential code only to new homes and large additions (Local Government Code 233.151 to 233.154), and cannot require a permit for a re-roof there. Cities inside the county set their own rules.
The adopted code and roofing requirements (design wind speed, snow load, underlayment, ice barrier, impact rating, tear-off rules) for 1 city in the county are in Hail Pro.
Do you need a permit to replace a roof in Ellis County?
Not in unincorporated Ellis County, where the county cannot require one. Inside a city, check that city's building department; most Texas cities require a permit for a full re-roof.