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Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services.
This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Florida.
FICO score of 660 or better. If qualifying a business, a credit report on the business to be qualified is also required.
Insurance Requirements:
$300,000 liability insurance and $50,000 property damage insurance.
Bond Requirements:
If the applicant's credit score is below 660, a bond or letter of credit in the amount of $20,000 is required for Division I applicants and $10,000 for Division II applicants. 50% of the bond or letter of credit requirement may be met by completion of a 14-hour financial responsibility course approved by the Board.
$249 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $149 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period.
How to Apply:
Domestic Applicants:
Appoint an individual to qualify for the Contractor License for your business matching the qualifications on page 4 of the application.
Appoint a second individual to qualify for the Contractor License for your business matching the qualifications on page 4 of the application.
Obtain public liability and property damage insurance in the amounts determined by the rule of the Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Obtain workers’ compensation insurance or filed for an exemption with the Division of Workers’ Compensation.
Foreign Applicants:
Appoint an individual to qualify for the Contractor License for your business matching the qualifications on page 4 of the application.
Appoint a second individual to qualify for the Contractor License for your business matching the qualifications on page 4 of the application.
Obtain public liability and property damage insurance in the amounts determined by rule of the Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Obtain workers’ compensation insurance or filed for an exemption with the Division of Workers’ Compensation.
Required Attachments:
Credit report containing a credit score (FICO derived) on applicant from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency, which includes a public records statement that records have been checked at local, state, and federal levels.
Credit report on business to be qualified from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency, which includes a public records statement that records have been checked at local, state, and federal levels.
Electronic fingerprints
Supporting legal documentation, if necessary.
Proof of satisfaction of liens, judgments, and discharge of bankruptcy, if applicable.
If appointing a new qualifying agent: $249 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $149 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period.
Due:
A business organization that loses its qualifying person has 60 days from the date the qualifier terminated his affiliation within which to appoint another qualifying person.
Law:
FL Admin Code 61G4-15.009
Notes:
If a company has more than one qualifier in each of its classifications, it may simply notify the board that the qualifying agent is no longer associated with its license. Otherwise, the entity must appoint a new qualifying agent.
Companies can obtain a temporary, nonrenewable license that will allow them to continue working for up to 60 days to complete any existing contracts.
$145 if applying between September 1 of an odd-numbered year through April 30 of an even-numbered year and $245 if applying between May 1 of an even-numbered year and August 31 of an odd-numbered year.
Credit report containing a credit score (FICO derived) on applicant from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency, which includes a public records statement that records have been checked at local, state, and federal levels.
Credit report on business to be qualified from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency, which includes a public records statement that records have been checked at local, state, and federal levels.
Electronic fingerprints
Supporting legal documentation, if necessary
Proof of satisfaction of liens, judgments, and discharge of bankruptcy, if applicable
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Florida Registered Mechanical Contractor License
Agency:
Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:
Not Set
Bond Requirements:
If the applicant's credit score is below 660, a bond or letter of credit in the amount of $10,000 is required.
$309 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $209 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period.
How to Apply:
Domestic Applicants:
Appoint an individual to qualify for the Contractor License for your business matching the qualifications on page 4 of the application.
Appoint a second individual to qualify for the Contractor License for your business matching the qualifications on page 4 of the application.
Obtain public liability and property damage insurance in the amounts determined by the rule of the Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Obtain workers’ compensation insurance or filed for an exemption with the Division of Workers’ Compensation.
Foreign Applicants:
Appoint an individual to qualify for the Contractor License for your business matching the qualifications on page 4 of the application.
Appoint a second individual to qualify for the Contractor License for your business matching the qualifications on page 4 of the application.
Obtain public liability and property damage insurance in the amounts determined by rule of the Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Obtain workers’ compensation insurance or filed for an exemption with the Division of Workers’ Compensation.
Required Attachments:
Copy of current local competency card
You may also submit a letter from a local building official testifying that you have met local competency standards and requirements for your specific trade, and you are waiting for state registration.
Credit report containing a credit score (FICO derived) on applicant from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency, which includes a public records statement that records have been checked at local, state, and federal levels.
Credit report on business to be qualified from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency, which includes a public records statement that records have been checked at local, state, and federal levels.
Electronic fingerprints
Supporting legal documentation, if necessary.
Proof of satisfaction of liens, judgments, and discharge of bankruptcy, if applicable.
Due on September 30 of either even- or odd-numbered years depending on last name. Those registering with their state license are nontransferable and expire on August 31 of even-numbered years.
Notes:
Send copies of new or updated Licensing documentation to permitting@cityofbonitaspringscd.org.
Completed affidavit of experience – experience must be verified by a licensed
Contractor. Signature must be notarized.
Three complete credit references.
Resume - must account for last 5 years of employment and correspond with the Affidavit of experience.
If application is for reciprocity, furnish a “letter of reciprocity” verifying passing a Standardized exam prepared, proctored and graded with a minimum score of 75% from the area that sponsored the original examination.**
If applicant wishes to qualify and do business as a corporation or llc, furnish a copy of the election of current officers and corporate documents. (www.Sunbiz.Org)
Application must be complete before it is presented at the construction industry licensing board meeting. Incomplete applications will delay your attendance in front of the board (reciprocity applicants can be processed by staff as long as it is complete).
If the business organization is a corporation, chartered by the state of Florida, include copy of articles of incorporation and election of officers, and fill in below the names and addresses with city & state
Completed affidavit of experience – experience must be verified by a licensed Contractor. Signature must be notarized.
Three complete credit references.
Resume - must account for last 5 years of employment and correspond with the Affidavit of experience.
If application is for reciprocity, furnish a “letter of reciprocity” verifying passing a Standardized exam prepared, proctored and graded with a minimum score of 75% from the area that sponsored the original examination.**
If applicant wishes to qualify and do business as a corporation or llc, furnish a copy of the election of current officers and corporate documents. (www.Sunbiz.Org)
Application must be complete before it is presented at the construction industry licensing board meeting. Incomplete applications will delay your attendance in front of the board (reciprocity applicants can be processed by staff as long as it is complete).
If the business organization is a corporation, chartered by the state of Florida, include copy of articles of incorporation and election of officers, and fill in below the names and addresses with city & state
FICO score of 660 or better. If qualifying a business, a credit report on the business to be qualified is also required.
Insurance Requirements:
$100,000 liability insurance and $25,000 property damage insurance.
Bond Requirements:
If the applicant's credit score is below 660, a bond or letter of credit in the amount of $10,000 is required.
Exam Required?
Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?
Not Set
Qualifying Individual Requirements:
A person will qualify for a certified license by meeting one of the following requirements:
Four year construction-related degree from an accredited college (equivalent to three years experience) and one year proven experience applicable to the category for which you are applying.
One year experience as a foreman and not less than three years of credits from accredited college-level courses.
One year experience as a worker, one year experience as a foreman, and two years of credits from accredited college-level courses.
Two years experience as a worker, one year experience as a foreman, and one year of credits from accredited college-level courses.
Four years experience as a worker or foreman of which at least one year must have been as a foreman.
A veteran will qualify for a certified license by meeting one of the following:
Three years of military service and one year experience as a foreman applicable to the category for which you are applying.
Two years of military service, one year experience as a foreman, and one year experience as a worker or foreman applicable to the category for which you are applying.
One year of military service, one year experience as a foreman, and two years experience as a worker or foreman applicable to the category for which you are applying.
$245 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $145 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period.
Required Attachments:
Credit report containing a credit score (FICO derived) on applicant from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency, which includes a public records statement that records have been checked at local, state, and federal levels.
Electronic fingerprints
Supporting legal documentation, if necessary.
Proof of satisfaction of liens, judgments, and discharge of bankruptcy, if applicable.
Individuals wishing to become financially responsible officers must provide a surety bond in the amount of $100,000. An irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of $100,000 may be submitted in lieu of a surety bond. Applicants will need to provide proof of financial stability and responsibility by submitting personal credit reports.
Exam Required?
Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?
No
Requirement Notes:
An applicant must have a background check as part of the licensing process. You must submit your fingerprints using a FDLE approved Livescan Service Provider immediately after submitting your application for licensure.
Credit report on applicant from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency, which includes a public records statement that records have been checked at local, state, and federal levels.
Bond or Irrevocable Letter of Credit for Financially Responsible Officer.
Proof of satisfaction of liens, judgments, and discharge of bankruptcy, if applicable.
Electronic fingerprints for applicant.
Supporting legal documentation, if necessary.
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Florida Fire Inspector I Certification
Agency:
Florida Regulatory Licensing Section - Bureau of Fire Prevention - Division State Fire Marshall
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:
No
Exam Required?
Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?
No
Qualifying Individual Requirements:
To be certified as a Firesafety Inspector I in the State of Florida, an individual must successfully complete a minimum of 225 hours of basic certification training (classes listed below) for Firesafety Inspectors, or have received equivalent training in another state, and pass a state written examination.
Documentation of training is to be submitted with the required Application for Firesafety Inspector Certification Examination on FCDICE online or Form DFS-K4-1023 along with all other supporting documents, at least 10 business days prior to the scheduled test date.
Renewal of certification is subject to the affected person completing a proper application for renewal and meeting all of the requirements, which must include completion of at least 54 hours during the preceding 4-year period of approved Continuing Education (CEU) as required by the rule of the department.
Florida Lead Abatement Individual License
Not required
Lead Services Individual licensure is not required on the State level in Florida.
Florida does not have a state-issued lead abatement license; instead, these licenses are administered federally by the EPA.
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