Engineering Licensing in June Park CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Engineering work in June Park CDP is regulated under Florida state law. Any person who offers to perform, or performs, professional engineering services—including design, consultation, or responsible charge of engineering projects—must hold a valid license from the State of Florida.

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "professional engineer" means a person who, by reason of their knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences, and the principles of engineering, is qualified to engage in the practice of professional engineering. The specific scope of regulated work is defined in § 489.105 and enforced through § 489.113, which sets qualifications and restrictions on practice.

How to Get Licensed

1. Apply to the State Board: The Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107) oversees professional engineer licensure. You do not apply locally in June Park; you apply to the state board.

2. Meet Education and Experience Requirements: Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, applicants must meet specific education (typically a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program) and work experience requirements under the direct supervision of a licensed engineer.

3. Pass the Professional Engineer (PE) Exam: You must pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, gain required work experience, and then pass the PE exam administered by the state.

4. Military Credit: If applicable, Fla. Stat. § 489.1131 allows credit for relevant military training and education toward licensure requirements.

Contact the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) for current application procedures, exam schedules, and fees.

Local Requirements

Permit and project work in June Park CDP falls under Brevard County jurisdiction and the June Park Municipal Code. Before beginning any engineering project, contractors must:

• Obtain building permits from the appropriate county or municipal permitting authority
• Comply with all provisions in the June Park Municipal Code

Contact the June Park Building Department or Brevard County Building Department to determine permitting requirements and any local amendments to state law.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 exempts certain work from licensure requirements, including:

• Routine maintenance and repairs
• Work performed by full-time employees of private companies (not offering services to the public)
• Certain utility company employees
• Work on single-family residential structures under specified conditions

Review § 489.103 in full to determine whether your specific work qualifies for exemption.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE)
- Phone: 850-521-0500
- Website: https://fbpe.org/

References

• Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.1131 — Credit for relevant military training and education
• June Park Municipal Code

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