Coral Gables architectural standards require tile profiles consistent with the city’s established Mediterranean and Colonial Spanish design character. Barrel tile, also called S-tile, is the most common profile and the most broadly approved across Coral Gables neighborhoods. Flat tile and low-profile concrete tile are also permitted in many areas, though approval depends on the specific design district and the Board of Architects review. Clay and concrete are both acceptable base materials. Clay tile carries a price premium due to its superior color permanence and lower moisture absorption over the life of the roof.
Haven Home Remodeling Group specifies tile products that carry a Miami-Dade NOA (Notice of Acceptance), which certifies the tile has been tested and approved for installation in the High Velocity Hurricane Zone. The NOA documentation is a mandatory component of the building permit application for any Coral Gables roof replacement. Haven submits the tile specification, the NOA reference, and the architectural elevation to the Board of Architects as part of the approval package and coordinates any requested revisions before the project advances to the permitting stage.