QHRRP 5000-191

Roofs

 

Review/update responsibility
 Architectural Review Board (ARB)
Revision
 10 Nov 2025 (CH1)
Reference
 CCRE Article V

Florida Statute 720.3035
Roof policy
 The roofs of houses and other structures in Queen’s Harbour, while different in material and color, shall generally have a similarity of form to provide for homogenous character of the community. All exterior roofing material must match or be complimentary if matching is not possible.
Gables
 All gable and hip roofs should have a minimum overall roof slope of 7/12. A roof slope of less than 7/12 may be approved based upon the architectural design of the home.
Flat roofs
 Flat roofing may be considered for two story contemporary or modern architecture homes only and these homes must meet the minimum square footage requirements as defined in QHRRP 5000-203 (Setbacks and Minimum Square Footage Requirements).  Otherwise, flat roofing is acceptable only in minor areas not to exceed 10% of roofing area with primary acceptability in use as a connection to more dominant themes of the roofing mass, for example, breezeways connecting buildings.
Other roofs
 Standing seam metal roofs, Architectural asphalt shingles, slate, concrete and ceramic tile are acceptable roofing materials. Use of other materials including composites is subject to specific approval by the ARB.
Overhangs
 Roof overhangs form an integral part of the architectural character of Queen’s Harbour and should be maximized wherever possible to shelter from both the subtropical sun and rain showers. While in many cases the roof overhangs can incorporate balconies, decks and screened porches, the minimum depth shall be 12-inches with gable ends of 4-inches. All overhangs shall have frieze boards no less than 4-inches. Contemporary or modern architecture homes may be exempted from this requirement subject to review and acceptance by the ARB of the architectural plans and elevations.
Accessories
 All roof accessories such as vent stacks and roof vents shall be painted to match the roof color. Wherever possible, vents shall be located away from the entry elevations. Flashing shall be galvanized except in the case of metal roofs where it shall be of the same material or where sound construction practices dictate other materials. All exposed flashing shall be painted to blend with surrounding materials.
What to submit
 Property owners submit these documents to the ARB for approval…

For… submit…
different color and/or material
  1. Architectural Review Application (QHFORM 5000/1).
  2. checks for the review fee, CIF and deposit.  See QHRRP 5000-020 (Schedule of Fees).
  3. a sample of roof color and material.
  4. picture of existing roof.
same color and material
  1. Architectural Review Application (QHFORM 5000/1).
  2. checks for the review fee, CIF and deposit.  See QHRRP 5000-020 (Schedule of Fees).
  3. picture of existing roof.

Note:  Check with the ARB before starting project to obtain originally approved color and material to ensure the roof is same color and material.
Help
 If you have any questions, please contact the ARB Coordinator at 904.221.8859 or email ARBcoord@qhycc.com.