Plumbing Licensing in Verona Walk CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in the business of installing, altering, repairing, or replacing water lines, drainage systems, fixtures, or appliances connected to a plumbing system must be licensed under Florida law.[^1] Work that requires a plumbing license includes new construction, renovations, and service calls involving potable water systems, waste and vent piping, natural gas piping to appliances, and medical gas systems.[^2]

The definition of "plumbing" under Florida statute includes the design, installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of all water supply and distribution pipes, fixtures and appliances in connection with sanitary drainage systems, vent pipe systems, public or private water supplies, and sewage or drainage systems.[^3]

How to Get Licensed

Plumbing licensure in Florida is regulated by the Construction Industry Licensing Board under the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.[^4]

To qualify for a plumbing license:

1. Experience: You must have documented practical experience in the plumbing trade. Specific hours and apprenticeship requirements are set by the Board under Fla. Stat. § 489.113.[^5]

2. Examination: Pass the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board examination for your classification (Plumbing Contractor, Plumbing Apprentice, or other applicable category).[^5]

3. Application: Apply directly to the Construction Industry Licensing Board through the DBPR. The Board manages all state-level licensing for construction trades.[^4]

Consult Fla. Stat. § 489.113 for specific experience hour requirements and examination procedures applicable to your license classification.

Local Requirements

Verona Walk CDP is located in Collier County, Florida. Permit applications and inspections for plumbing work are processed through the Collier County building permitting system.

Contact the Collier County Building Department to:
- Pull plumbing permits before beginning work
- Schedule required inspections
- Verify local code compliance

Review the Verona Walk Municipal Code for any local amendments or additional requirements that may apply beyond state law. Local amendments may address inspections, permit fees, or supplemental standards.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from plumbing licensure requirements under Fla. Stat. § 489.103:

• Property owners performing work on their own residential property (with limitations)
• Employees of licensed contractors working under direct supervision
• Certain maintenance and repair work performed by building occupants on their own property
• Work performed by municipalities and governmental agencies

Consult Fla. Stat. § 489.103 for the complete list of exemptions and their conditions.

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. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
[^3]: Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
[^4]: Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
[^5]: Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions

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