Contractor Licensing in Glen St. Mary, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, contractors performing construction work must be licensed under Chapter 489 of the Florida Statutes. A contractor is defined as any person who undertakes to, offers to, purports to have the capacity to, or does himself or herself construct, repair, alter, remodel, add to, subtract from, improve, move, wreck, or demolish any building or structure, or portion thereof, including moving, adding to, altering, repairing, improving, or demolishing mobile homes, or to do roofing, asbestos abatement, or pool/spa construction work.[^1]

The specific trade classification and whether licensure applies depends on the scope of work performed. You must determine your contractor classification under state law before proceeding.

How to Get Licensed

1. Determine Your Classification: Identify your contractor type under Fla. Stat. § 489.105 (General Contractor, Specialty Contractor, Building Contractor, or Roofing Contractor).

2. Meet Qualifications: You must satisfy experience, education, and character requirements set forth in Fla. Stat. § 489.113. This statute outlines mandatory qualifications for practice and restrictions on licensure.

3. Pass the Examination: Apply for licensure by examination through the Construction Industry Licensing Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. The Board administers exams and issues licenses. You must pass the required examination for your contractor classification.[^2]

4. Submit Application: Direct your application to the Construction Industry Licensing Board as specified in state statute.

5. Maintain Compliance: Once licensed, comply with all restrictions on practice outlined in Fla. Stat. § 489.113.

For detailed examination schedules, fees, and application procedures, contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board through the state.

Local Requirements

Glen St. Mary is located in Baker County. For local permitting and code requirements specific to Glen St. Mary, consult the Glen St. Mary Municipal Code.[^3] Local amendments, permit procedures, and town-specific restrictions may apply beyond state law.

Contact the Glen St. Mary Building Department for:
- Local permit requirements
- Site-specific code amendments
- Proof of licensure documentation needed for permits in the town

Exemptions

The following are exempt from licensure under Fla. Stat. § 489.103:

• Owners performing work on their own property (with limitations)
• Employees of licensed contractors performing work under direct supervision
• Certain maintenance and repair activities not constituting "construction"
• Persons performing work explicitly exempted by statute

Review Fla. Stat. § 489.103 in full to determine if your specific activity qualifies for an exemption.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Phone: 850-487-1395
- Website: https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/construction-industry/

References

[^1]: Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
[^2]: Fla. Stat. § 489.111 — Licensure by examination; Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
[^3]: Glen St. Mary Municipal Code — https://library.municode.com/fl/glen-st-mary-town-florida

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