Sewer/Water Licensing in Lazy Lake village, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, a contractor performing sewer or water work must hold a license if the work constitutes "construction" as defined by state law. Fla. Stat. § 489.105 defines construction broadly to include work on water and sewer systems. Any person contracting to construct, repair, or maintain sewer or water infrastructure in Lazy Lake must be licensed unless an exemption applies.

How to Get Licensed

Florida regulates sewer/water work through the Construction Industry Licensing Board under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. To become licensed:

1. Determine your license classification. Sewer and water work typically falls under the "Water/Sewer & Pollution Control Contractor" classification or a related specialty contractor category.

2. Meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113. You must demonstrate:

3. Four years of experience in the trade (or equivalent education/apprenticeship)
4. Pass a state licensing exam covering Florida construction law and trade-specific knowledge
5. Pass a business and finance exam

6. Provide proof of workers' compensation insurance and liability insurance

7. Apply through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Submit your application, exam fees, and documentation to DBPR. The Construction Industry Licensing Board oversees the examination and approval process.

8. Maintain your license. Comply with continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines set by the state.

Local Requirements

Lazy Lake village is located in Broward County, Florida. Before beginning sewer or water work in Lazy Lake:

• Pull permits through the Lazy Lake Building Department. Contact the Building Department for specific permit procedures and fees applicable to your project.
• Review the Lazy Lake Municipal Code at https://library.municode.com/fl/lazy-lake-village-florida for any local amendments, permit requirements, or additional restrictions beyond state law.

Local amendments may impose additional bonding, insurance, or inspection requirements specific to Lazy Lake.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 provides exemptions. You may not need a license if:

• You perform work on your own property (and not for others)
• You are a full-time employee of a licensed contractor working under that contractor's supervision and license
• The work falls outside the legal definition of "construction" under state law

However, exemptions are narrow. Even minor sewer or water system work performed for compensation typically requires licensing.

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
• Lazy Lake Municipal Code

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