Plumbing Licensing in Keystone Heights city, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who performs plumbing work in Keystone Heights must hold a Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of pipes, fixtures, and appliances for the conveyance and use of water and gas, and for the drainage of liquid and water-carried wastes.

Work requiring licensure includes:
- Installation and repair of water supply lines
- Installation and repair of drainage, waste, and vent systems
- Gas piping installation
- Installation of plumbing fixtures (sinks, toilets, showers, etc.)
- Backflow prevention device installation and testing

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps to obtain a license:

  1. Verify qualifications: Demonstrate four years of documented plumbing experience under a licensed plumber, or equivalent apprenticeship (Fla. Stat. § 489.113).

  2. Apply with the CILB: Submit your application through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Include proof of experience and identification.

  3. Pass the examination: Complete the Florida plumbing contractor exam covering code knowledge, safety, and business practices.

  4. Pay fees: Submit the required licensing fee to the CILB.

  5. Receive your license: Once approved, you will receive your Florida plumbing license, valid statewide.

For current application procedures, fees, and exam dates, contact the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation directly, as they administer all state licensing.

Local Requirements

Keystone Heights is located in Clay County, Florida. Before beginning any plumbing work in the city, you must obtain a local permit from the Keystone Heights Building Department. Contact the Building Department for specific permit procedures, fees, and required documentation.

Refer to the Keystone Heights Municipal Code for any local amendments, additional requirements, or building standards that may apply beyond state law. Local codes may address permit timelines, inspection schedules, and contractor conduct within city limits.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 exempts the following from plumbing licensure requirements:
- A property owner performing work solely on their own property (not for compensation)
- Employees of a municipality performing work for that municipality
- Plumbing work performed by a licensed general contractor within the scope of their general contractor license (limited circumstances)
- Certain utility company employees performing work on utility-owned systems

Exemptions do not eliminate the need for local permits. Contact the Keystone Heights Building Department to confirm whether your specific work qualifies for an exemption.

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

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