Sewer/Water Licensing in Titusville city, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, sewer and water work falls under the Construction Industry Licensing Board's jurisdiction. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, a "contractor" performing construction, repair, or installation of sewer or water systems must hold a license unless an exemption applies.

Any person or entity in Titusville performing sewer or water work for compensation—including installation, repair, maintenance, or alteration of potable water systems, wastewater systems, or related infrastructure—must be licensed by the state. This includes both the business entity and individual workers who perform or supervise such work.

How to Get Licensed

1. Apply to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board. The Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107, issues all state contractor licenses.

2. Meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113:

3. Demonstrate competency through examination
4. Provide proof of workers' compensation insurance
5. Show financial responsibility (surety bond or other proof)

6. Establish relevant experience or education in sewer/water work

7. Pass the contractor exam covering Florida construction law, industry standards, and sewer/water system requirements.

8. Submit your application to the CILB with required documentation, fees, and exam results.

Contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board directly for current application procedures, exam schedules, and specific experience requirements for sewer/water contractor classifications.

Local Requirements

Titusville enforces both state licensing and local permitting requirements. Before beginning any sewer or water work in Titusville:

• Pull permits through the Titusville Building Department or applicable Brevard County office, depending on the project scope and location.
• Verify requirements in the Titusville Municipal Code for any local amendments, additional bonding, or inspection procedures beyond state law.
• Provide proof of state licensure when applying for local permits.

Contact the Titusville Building Department for specific permit procedures and local inspection requirements.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain sewer and water work is exempt from licensing requirements:

• Owner-performed work: Property owners performing work on their own property (not for compensation) may be exempt.
• Employees: Individuals working directly for a licensed contractor under supervision may not need separate licensure, depending on classification.
• Utility companies: Licensed public utilities performing regulated utility work under utility commission oversight may have different standards.

Review Fla. Stat. § 489.103 carefully to confirm your specific situation qualifies for an exemption.

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
• Titusville Municipal Code

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