Contractor Licensing in Davie town, Florida

Who Needs a License

Under Florida law, any person who undertakes to supply labor, material, or both for the construction, reconstruction, alteration, improvement, repair, moving, wrecking, or demolition of any building or structure must be licensed as a contractor.[^1] This applies to work in Davie town.

The Construction Industry Licensing Board defines three license categories: general contractor, building contractor, and specialty contractor.[^2] Your specific license type depends on the scope and nature of work you perform.

How to Get Licensed

1. Meet Qualifications: You must satisfy experience and competency requirements under Florida Statute § 489.113. Requirements vary by license classification and typically include documented work experience in the trade.[^3]

2. Pass the Examination: Apply to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), which administers the Construction Industry Licensing Board.[^2] You must pass the applicable contractor licensing exam administered by the board.[^4]

3. Submit Application: File your application with DBPR, including proof of experience, exam passage, and any required fees.

4. Receive License: Upon approval, DBPR issues your state contractor license.

Specific exam content, experience hour requirements, and application procedures are determined by the Construction Industry Licensing Board and available through DBPR.

Local Requirements

Davie town, located in Broward County, requires additional local permitting and compliance steps:

• Building Permits: Before beginning any regulated construction work, obtain a building permit from the Davie town Building Department. This is separate from your state contractor license.

• Local Code Compliance: Review the Davie Municipal Code for town-specific requirements, amendments, or restrictions on contractor work, licensing endorsements, or project approval processes.

• County Coordination: Some permits and inspections may fall under Broward County jurisdiction. Contact the Davie town Building Department to determine whether your specific work requires county-level approvals.

Contact the Davie town Building Department for current permit procedures, fees, and forms.

Exemptions

Florida law exempts certain work and workers from contractor licensing:[^5]

• Owners performing work on their own property (with limitations)
• Employees working under a licensed contractor's direct supervision
• Work of certain minimal scope or nature as defined by statute
• Utility companies performing their statutory functions

Review Fla. Stat. § 489.103 for the complete list of exemptions and any conditions that apply.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Phone: 850-487-1395
- Website: https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/construction-industry/

References

[^1]: Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
[^2]: Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
[^3]: Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
[^4]: Fla. Stat. § 489.111 — Licensure by examination
[^5]: Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions
- Davie Municipal Code

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