Sewer/Water Licensing in Palm Shores town, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida law requires licensing for persons who engage in the construction, repair, or maintenance of water and sewer systems. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "water and sewer systems contractor" means a person who constructs, repairs, or maintains water and sewer lines, including installation of meters, valves, pumps, and related equipment.

Any individual or business performing sewer or water work in Palm Shores must hold a valid state license. This includes new installations, repairs, replacements, and system modifications.

How to Get Licensed

1. Meet Qualifications: Applicants must satisfy experience and examination requirements under Fla. Stat. § 489.113. This typically requires either:
2. Four years of experience in the trade as a supervisor or tradesperson, or
3. Two years of experience plus an associate degree in a related field, or

4. Equivalent combinations of education and experience

5. Apply to the Construction Industry Licensing Board: The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Construction Industry Licensing Board administers water and sewer contractor licenses under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. Submit your application directly to the state board, not to Palm Shores.

6. Pass the Examination: You must pass the state licensing exam covering code knowledge, safety, and technical competency.

7. Obtain Your License: Once approved, you will receive your state license number, which is required on all job sites and permits.

Local Requirements

Permit applications in Palm Shores are handled through the Palm Shores Building Department. Before beginning any sewer or water work, you must pull a local permit.

Consult the Palm Shores Municipal Code for local amendments, permit fees, inspection schedules, and any additional town-specific requirements that may apply beyond state law.

Contact the Palm Shores Building Department for specific permit procedures, required documentation, and current fees.

Exemptions

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

• Homeowners performing work on their own single-family residence (not for sale or rental)
• Employees of municipal or county governments performing work for those entities
• Work performed on property owned by the contractor for resale, provided the contractor is not in the business of contracting
• Certain utility company employees acting within their scope of employment

Exemptions do not apply to work performed for compensation or as part of a contracting business.

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
• Palm Shores Municipal Code

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