Metal roofs in Tampa historic districts are possible, but changing the roofing material on a house in a local historic district usually needs approval first.
Who Reviews It
The City of Tampa's Architectural Review Commission covers Hyde Park, Seminole Heights and Tampa Heights, and the Barrio Latino Commission covers Ybor City. Exterior changes need a Certificate of Appropriateness; call (813) 274-3100 option 3. Seminole Heights' design guidelines say a roof replacement needs a Certificate: staff can approve appropriate materials, but a material that isn't similar to the original goes to a public hearing. The same guidelines note that metal roofing was historically common in the neighborhood.
Profiles That Tend to Fit
- 5V crimp has a long history on Florida houses, including bungalows and cracker-style homes.
- Slate and shake-profile metal shingles can stand in for original slate or wood shingles.
- Bring photos of the house, the product's profile and color, and a sample to the review.
Thinking about metal roofs in Tampa historic districts? A metal roofer in Tampa who has worked in Hyde Park or Seminole Heights will know the process. Call (813) 680-5909.
Sources: City of Tampa historic preservation, Seminole Heights design guidelines.