Sewer/Water Licensing in Mims CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida law regulates persons who design, install, construct, or maintain water and sewer systems. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, a "contractor" in this context includes anyone performing work that affects public or private water supply, wastewater treatment, or distribution systems.

Work requiring licensure includes:
- Installation of water lines and connections
- Installation of sanitary sewer lines and connections
- Repair or alteration of existing water/sewer infrastructure
- Backflow prevention device installation
- Water treatment system design and installation

How to Get Licensed

Florida regulates construction trades through the Construction Industry Licensing Board under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. To obtain a water/sewer contractor license:

1. Meet qualifications per Fla. Stat. § 489.113: You must demonstrate competency through either four years of experience in the trade within the past 10 years, or completion of an accredited educational program plus experience.

2. Pass the state exam: The Construction Industry Licensing Board administers exams covering Florida Statutes Chapter 489 and trade-specific technical knowledge.

3. Apply through CILB: Submit your application, proof of experience or education, and exam results to the state Construction Industry Licensing Board (not to Mims CDP directly).

4. Obtain your state license: Once approved, you receive a Florida Construction License.

Local Requirements

Mims CDP is located in Brevard County. Before beginning work in Mims:

• Pull local permits through the appropriate Brevard County or Mims CDP permitting authority. Contact the Mims Building Department or Brevard County Building and Permitting Division to determine jurisdiction for your specific project.

• Check local amendments: Review the Mims Municipal Code for any local ordinances that may impose additional requirements beyond state law, such as local inspection schedules, engineering standards, or notification requirements.

• Have your state license available when applying for local permits.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, the following are exempt from licensing:

• A person performing work on their own single-family residential property (owner-builder exemption)
• Employees of a licensed contractor working under direct supervision
• Work performed by municipalities or public utility providers on public systems
• Certain routine maintenance activities not involving new construction or significant alteration

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program
- Phone: 850-245-7500
- Website: https://floridadep.gov/water/certification-restoration/content/water-and-domestic-wastewater-operator-certification

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
• Mims Municipal Code

The law belongs to the people. Georgia v. Public.Resource.Org, 590 U.S. (2020)