Sewer/Water Licensing in Coconut Creek city, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, individuals and entities performing sewer and water work must hold a valid license issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB). Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "sewer and water work" is defined as the installation, maintenance, repair, or alteration of pipes, fixtures, and systems that convey water or sewage to or from buildings and structures.

Any person contracting to perform sewer and water work in Coconut Creek must be licensed. This includes installation of water lines, sewage disposal systems, and related piping infrastructure.

How to Get Licensed

State Licensing Process:

  1. Apply to the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB). The CILB, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107, issues all construction licenses in Florida, including sewer and water licenses.

  2. Meet Qualifications: Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, applicants must demonstrate:

  3. Four years of experience in sewer and water work (within the 10 years preceding application), or
  4. A combination of education and experience as defined by CILB rule

  5. Pass the CILB examination covering sewer and water installation standards, codes, and safety

  6. Submit Application and Fees: Contact the CILB directly for current application forms, examination schedules, and licensing fees.

  7. Obtain Certification: Upon passing the exam and meeting experience requirements, the CILB issues your license.

For specific examination dates, fees, and detailed qualification requirements, contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board or visit their official website.

Local Requirements

City of Coconut Creek Permits:

All sewer and water work in Coconut Creek requires a permit from the City of Coconut Creek Building Department before work begins. You must hold a current state CILB license and present it when applying for local permits.

Consult the Coconut Creek Municipal Code for local permit requirements, inspection standards, and any municipal amendments to state licensing rules. Local code may impose additional bonding, insurance, or inspection requirements specific to Coconut Creek.

Contact the Coconut Creek Building Department to confirm current local permitting procedures and any town-specific amendments.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, the following are exempt from licensing:
- Work performed by a property owner on their own residential property (owner-builder exemption)
- Certain utility company employees performing work within their scope of employment
- Work on farm buildings and agricultural structures (with limitations)

However, exemptions do not apply to contractors hired by property owners. Any hired contractor must hold a valid CILB sewer and water license.

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

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