50-State Construction Licensing Compliance Guide
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Iowa Construction Licensing

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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 Iowa.

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Company Licenses

Iowa Construction and Contracting Company Licenses

Iowa Alarm System Contractor License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Licensing Division - Fire Extinguishing and Alarm Systems Advisory Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

The liability insurance must be on the ACCORD form and state the insurer is
aware that the insured is engaged in the business of alarm system installation and/or maintenance. Minimum insurance coverage required: $1,000,000 per occurrence, $500,000 per individual, and $1,000,000 property damage.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Alarm System Contractor Application Packet

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • $200 license fee
  • $50 for each endorsement selected
  • $50 for each responsible managing employee (RME) (minimum: one listed on attached RME Applicant form)
  • $35 criminal history background check for each RME (fingerprint card & waiver statement must be submitted)
Required Attachments:
  • Attach a copy of your current contractor registration certificate. If you are exempt, you must attach written evidence of exemption from the Iowa Division of Labor
  • The liability insurance must be on the ACCORD form and state the insurer is
    aware that the insured is engaged in the business of alarm system installation and/or maintenance. Minimum insurance coverage required: $1,000,000 per occurrence, $500,000 per individual, and $1,000,000 property damage

Registration Renewal

Form:

Alarm System Contractor Application Packet (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

• $200 license fee
• $50 for each endorsement selected
• $50 for each responsible managing employee (RME) (minimum: one listed on attached RME Applicant form)
• $35 criminal history background check for each RME (fingerprint card & waiver statement must be submitted)

Due:

Triennially by September 30. 

Iowa Asbestos Permit

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division
Notes:

A business that removes or encapsulates asbestos is required to hold a permit unless removing or encapsulating asbestos at its own facilities.

Initial Registration

Form:

Asbestos Permit Application

Agency Fee:

$500

Registration Renewal

Form:

Asbestos Permit Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$500

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Iowa Contractor Registration

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division
Insurance Requirements:

A contractor with employees must send a Certificate of Insurance from the workers' compensation insurance company showing the effective date of coverage and listing the "Iowa Division of Labor" as the certificate holder.

Bond Requirements:

Out-of-state contractors must file a $25,000 surety bond at the time of registration.

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$50

Turnaround:

Up to 30 business days

Original Ink:Not Required
Notarization Required?:Not Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Turnaround:

Up to 30 business days

Due:

Annually by the registration anniversary date.

Original Ink:Not Required
Notarization Required?:Not Required
Required Attachments:
  • Certificate of Insurance 
    • A self-insured contractor shall submit a Certificate of Relief from the Iowa Insurance Division. 
  • Fee Exemption Form (if applicable)
  • Out-of-state contractors must file a $25,000 surety bond
    • The bond must be executed ​by a surety company licensed to do business in Iowa 
    • The bond must be issued on the Out-of-State Bond form with the bonding company's seal and two original signatures
    • The bonding company must attach their Power of Attorney (POA) to the form.  Once we have accepted a valid bond, we consider it continuous until we receive a bond cancellation from the bonding company.  
    • If an out-of-state contractor is pre-qualified to bid on projects for the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT), they may submit their DOT-issued pre-qualification letter in lieu of a bond. 

Amendment
Removal/Additional Owner, Officer, Partner or Member

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

A contractor must report to the commissioner any change in the information originally reported on or with the application within 15 working days of the change, except that the contractor must notify the commissioner of changes to workers’ compensation coverage within 10 days prior to any change in coverage.

Law:

IAC 875—150.5(91C)

Iowa Fire Protection System Contractor license

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Licensing Division - Fire Extinguishing and Alarm Systems Advisory Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

the liability insurance must be on the ACCORD form and state the insurer is aware that the insured is engaged in the business of fire protection system installation and/or maintenance. Minimum insurance coverage required: $1,000,000 per occurrence, $500,000 per individual, and $1,000,000 property damage

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Requirement Notes:

The State of Iowa requires all “construction contractors” to register with the Iowa Division of Labor and renew registration annually per Chapter 91C of the Iowa
Code.

Initial Registration

Form:

Fire Protection System Contractor License Application Packet

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • $400 license fee
  • $50 for each endorsement
  • $50 for each responsible managing employee (RME)
Required Attachments:
  • Attach a copy of your current contractor registration certificate. If you are exempt, you must attach written evidence of exemption from the Iowa Division of Labor
  • Liability insurance showing coverage limits and dates on the ACCORD form must be submitted with this application.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Fire Protection System Contractor License Application Packet (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • $400 license fee
  • $50 for each endorsement
  • $50 for each responsible managing employee (RME)
Due:

Annually by March 31.

Required Attachments:
  • Attach a copy of your current contractor registration certificate. If you are exempt, you must attach written evidence of exemption from the Iowa Division of Labor
  • Liability insurance showing coverage limits and dates on the ACCORD form must be submitted with this application.

Iowa HVAC/R Contractor License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees range from $91.75 to $425 depending on when you apply.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$525

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Hydronics Contractor License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by registration date.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Varies by registration date.

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Mechanical Contractor License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees range from $91.75 to $425 depending on when you apply.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$525

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Plumbing Contractor License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board
Insurance Requirements:
  • Liability Insurance in an amount not less than $500,000 with the certificate holder listed as Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board 321 East 12th Street Des Moines Iowa 50319
  • Worker's Compensation Insurance with a Certificate of Relief issued by the Iowa Insurance Division
Bond Requirements:
  • $5,000 surety bond (IDPH)
  • $25,000 surety bond (IWD) for out-of-state contractors only
Qualifying Individual Requirements:

You must have a Master Plumber on Record to be issued this license. 

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:
  • $91.75 to $425 depending on when you apply (does not include contractor registration fee)
  • $50 contractor registration fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:
  • $525 plumbing contractor license fee
  • $50 contractor registration fee
Due:
  • Triennially by June 30
  • The next license cycle will end on June 30, 2026

Local Construction and Contracting Company Licenses

Cedar Rapids General Contractor License

Not required



General Contractor Company licensure is not required on the City level in Cedar Rapids.

Cedar Rapids does not license general contractors; however, a state-issued license is required to perform work and be issued a permit in the city.

Clear Lake General Contractor License

Not required



General Contractor Company licensure is not required on the City level in Clear Lake.

Clear Lake does not issue general contractor licenses, but contractor performing excavation, tree trimming, or sign erection services may need a license.

Fort Dodge General Contractor Registration

Agency:City of Fort Dodge Treasurer's Office (IA)
Bond Requirements:

$5,000 surety bond

Initial Registration

Form:

Building Contractor Registration

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Form:

Building Contractor Registration (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by October 1.

West Metro Alarm/Suppression/Monitoring/Extinguisher/Design Permit

Agency:City of West Des Moines Fire Department (IA)

Initial Registration

Form:

West Metro Alarm/Suppression/Monitoring/Extinguisher/Design Permit

Agency Fee:

$100 for the first permit category + $25 for each additional permit category

Registration Renewal

Form:

West Metro Alarm/Suppression/Monitoring/Extinguisher/Design Permit (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$100 for the first permit category + $25 for each additional permit category

Due:

Annually by January 1.

Cerro Gordo County General Contractor License

Not required



General Contractor Company licensure is not required on the County level in Cerro Gordo County.

Cerro Gordo County does not issue general contractor licenses, but contractors that work in the county right-of-way may need a license.

Individual Licenses

Iowa Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses

Iowa Apprentice Electrician License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$20

Notarization Required?:Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$20

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Iowa Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division

Initial Registration

Form:

Asbestos License Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Form:

Asbestos License Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually

Iowa Asbestos Inspector License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division

Initial Registration

Form:

Asbestos License Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$20

Notes:

requires: Training: 3-day initial training and most recent refresher training certificate.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Asbestos License Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$20

Due:

Annually by the date of training.

Iowa Asbestos Management Planner License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division

Initial Registration

Form:

Asbestos License Application

Agency Fee:

$20

Notes:

Training: 3-day initial inspector training, a 2-day management planner training course and most recent refresher training certificates. Iowa charges a $25 fee for paper applications

Registration Renewal

Form:

Asbestos License Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$20

Due:

Annually by the date of training.

Iowa Asbestos Project Designer License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division

Initial Registration

Form:

Asbestos License Application

Agency Fee:

$50

Notes:

Training: 3-day initial training and most recent refresher training certificate. Iowa charges a $25 fee for paper applications

Registration Renewal

Form:

Asbestos License Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by the date of training.

Iowa Asbestos Worker License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division

Initial Registration

Form:

Asbestos License Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$20

Notarization Required?:Required
Notes:

Training: 4-day initial training and most recent refresher training certificate. Physical Abilities: Passage of a respirator fit test and physical examination in accordance with OSHA Respirator Fit Test signed. Iowa charges a $25 fee for paper applications

Registration Renewal

Form:

Asbestos License Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$20

Due:

Annually by the date of training.

Notarization Required?:Required

Iowa Class A Journeyman Electrician License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$75

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Triennially by December 31.

Iowa Class A Master Electrician License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$375

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$375

Due:

Triennially by December 31.

Iowa Class B Journeyman Electrician License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$75

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Triennially by December 31.

Iowa Class B Master Electrician License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$375

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$375

Due:

Triennially by December 31.

Iowa Electrical Contractor License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees range from $41.64 to $375 depending on when you apply.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$375

Due:

Triennially

Notes:

Follow the instructions on the renewal page to renew your license.

Iowa Fire Alarm Technician License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Licensing Division - Fire Extinguishing and Alarm Systems Advisory Board
Law:
Insurance Requirements:

Liability insurance showing coverage limits and dates on the ACCORD form must be
submitted with this application as verification of employment.

Qualifying Individual Requirements:
  • The QE must provide a copy of the Waiver Agreement to the applicant and maintain the original at the QE within the guidelines set forth in the Iowa User Agreement; Do not send to DCI unless requested.

Initial Registration

Form:

New Alarm System Technician Trainee Application Packet

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • $125 license fee
  • $25 for each endorsement selected
  • $35 criminal history background check (fingerprint card & waiver statement must be submitted)

Registration Renewal

Form:

Renewal Alarm System Technician Trainee Application Packet 

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • $50license fee +$35 criminal history background check (fingerprint card & waiver statement must be submitted) = $85
Due:

Triennially by September 30. 

Iowa Fire Protection System Contractor License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Licensing Division - Fire Extinguishing and Alarm Systems Advisory Board
Law:

Iowa Code Section 100C and the Iowa Administrative Rules 661 Chapter 275

Initial Registration

Form:

Fire Protection System Contractor License Application Form

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • $400 license fee
  • $50 for each endorsement selected
  • $50 for each responsible managing employee (RME) (minimum: one listed on attached RME Applicant form)
Required Attachments:
  • Liability insurance showing coverage limits and dates on the ACCORD form 
  • Copy of your current contractor registration certificate.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Fire Protection System Contractor License Application Form (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • $400 license fee
  • $50 for each endorsement selected
  • $50 for each responsible managing employee (RME) (minimum: one listed on attached RME Applicant form)
Due:

Annually by March 31.

Required Attachments:
  • Liability insurance showing coverage limits and dates on the ACCORD form 
  • Copy of your current contractor registration certificate.

Iowa Fire Protection System Technician License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Licensing Division - Fire Extinguishing and Alarm Systems Advisory Board
Insurance Requirements:

Liability insurance showing coverage limits and dates on the ACCORD form must be submitted with this application as verification of employment.

Initial Registration

Form:

Fire Protection System Technician License Application Form

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • $175 license fee
  • $25 for each endorsement
Required Attachments:
  • Liability insurance showing coverage limits and dates on the ACCORD form must be submitted with this application as verification of employment
  • Proof of certification

Registration Renewal

Form:

Fire Protection System Technician License Application Form (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:
  • $175 license fee
  • $25 for each endorsement selected
Due:

Triennially by September 30.

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of certification
  • Liability insurance

Iowa HVAC/R Apprentice License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees will be prorated based on the date of purchase for an initial Apprentice License. There is an additional $25 fee for paper applications

Notes:

The apprentice license covers all plumbing and mechanical systems trades. In other words, only one apprentice license is needed to practice any of the trade disciplines. Iowa charges a $25 fee for paper applications

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Hydronics Apprentice License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees will be prorated based on the date of purchase for an initial Apprentice License. There is an additional $25 fee for paper applications

Notes:

The apprentice license covers all plumbing and mechanical systems trades. In other words, only one apprentice license is needed to practice any of the trade disciplines. Iowa charges a $25 fee for paper applications

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Journeyman HVAC/R License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$35

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Journeyman Hydronics License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$35

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Journeyman Mechanical License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$35

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Journeyman Plumber License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$35

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Journeyman Sheet Metal License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$35

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Master HVAC/R License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$35

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$240

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Master Hydronics License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$35

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$240

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Master Mechanical License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$35

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$240

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Master Plumber License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$35

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$240

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Mechanical Apprentice License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees will be prorated based on the date of purchase for an initial Apprentice License. There is an additional $25 fee for paper applications

Notes:

The apprentice license covers all plumbing and mechanical systems trades. In other words, only one apprentice license is needed to practice any of the trade disciplines. Iowa charges a $25 fee for paper applications

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Plumbing Apprentice License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

Fees will be prorated based on the date of purchase for an initial Apprentice License. There is an additional $25 fee for paper applications

Notes:

The apprentice license covers all plumbing and mechanical systems trades. In other words, only one apprentice license is needed to practice any of the trade disciplines. Iowa charges a $25 fee for paper applications

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Triennially by June 30.

Iowa Residential Electrician License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$75

Notarization Required?:Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Triennially by December 31.

Iowa Residential Master Electrician License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$375

Notarization Required?:Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$375

Due:

Triennially by December 31.

Iowa Special Electrician License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$75

Notarization Required?:Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Triennially by December 31.

Iowa Unclassified Person (Electrical) License

Agency:Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing - Building and Construction Division - Electrical Licensing and Inspection Program

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$20

Notarization Required?:Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$20

Due:

Triennially by December 31.

Local Construction and Contracting Individual Licenses

Council Bluffs Demolition Contractor Registration

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

Registration required for contractor to demolish non-residential and residential structures.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Biennially by July 1.

Council Bluffs Fence Contractor Registration

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

Registration required for contractor to install and/or repair fences on non-residential and residential properties.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Biennially by July 1.

Council Bluffs Fiber Contractor Registration

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

Registration required for contractor to install fiber conduit and/or cabling.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Biennially by July 1.

Council Bluffs General Contractor Class A License

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

Scope of this license is unlimited non-residential and residential work.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Biennially by July 1.

Council Bluffs General Contractor Class B License

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

Scope of this license is limited to non-residential and residential work not exceeding three stories.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Biennially by July 1.

Council Bluffs General Contractor Class C License

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

Scope of this license is unlimited residential work.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Biennially by July 1.

Council Bluffs General Contractor Class E License

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

Scope of this license is for non-residential and residential roofing.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Biennially by July 1.

Council Bluffs Grading Contractor Registration

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

Registration required for contractor to perform engineered or non-engineered grading work.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Biennially by July 1.

Council Bluffs One Job General Contractor Class A License

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

This is a special license for a general contractor class A. Scope of this license is limited to a single job for non-residential or residential work. Upon the completion of the work this license shall expire. An individual is limited to one special license per calendar year.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$1,000

Renewal Not Required

Not required



Council Bluffs One Job General Contractor Class B License

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

This is a special license for a general contractor class B. Scope of this license is limited to a single job for non-residential and residential work not exceeding three stories. Upon the completion of the work this license shall expire. An individual is limited to one special license per calendar year.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$500

Renewal Not Required

Not required



Council Bluffs One Job General Contractor Class C License

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

This is a special license for a general contractor class C. Scope of this license is limited to a single job for unlimited residential work. Upon the completion of the work this license shall expire. An individual is limited to one special license per calendar year.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$400

Renewal Not Required

Not required



Council Bluffs One Job General Contractor Class E License

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

This is a special license for a general contractor class E. Scope of this license is limited to a single job for non-residential and residential roofing. Upon the completion of the work this license shall expire. An individual is limited to one special license per calendar year.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Renewal Not Required

Not required



Council Bluffs Sign Contractor Registration

Agency:Council Bluffs Building Division (IA)
Notes:

Registration required for contractor to install new signs or modify existing signs.

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Biennially by July 1.

City of Davenport Contractor License

Agency:City of Davenport Public Works (IA)
Bond Requirements:

$5,000 for electrical, HVAC, and plumbing contractors and $25,000 for all others.

Initial Registration

Form:

Complete License Application Form

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on classification:

  • $0 for electrical, HVAC, and plumbing licenses
  • $100 for sub-specialty licenses
  • $200 for residential licenses
  • $300 for commercial licenses

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

Fees depend on classification:

  • $0 for electrical, HVAC, and plumbing licenses
  • $100 for sub-specialty licenses
  • $200 for residential licenses
  • $300 for commercial licenses
Due:

Annually by March 31.

Notes:

Contact the department for a renewal application.

Des Moines Fire Prevention Inspection/Testing and Maintenance Permit

Agency:City of Des Moines Fire Department- Fire Prevention Bureau (IA)

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$45

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$45

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Sioux City General Contractor License

Not required



General Contractor Individual licensure is not required on the City level in Sioux City.

Sioux City does not license general contractors; however, contractors performing work in the city must submit a Contractor Bond Form if the project valuation is in excess of $10,000.

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