Sewer/Water Licensing in Atlantic Beach, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, individuals who engage in the construction, repair, or alteration of sewer and water systems must hold a Construction Industry License. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "sewer and water contractor" is defined as a contractor whose principal business is to construct, repair, or alter sewer and water systems.

Any person performing this work in Atlantic Beach must be licensed unless they fall under a specific statutory exemption. The work is regulated by the state's Construction Industry Licensing Board under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

How to Get Licensed

State Licensing Process:

1. Apply to the Construction Industry Licensing Board (the state board that issues all construction licenses in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 489.107).

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

3. Four years of practical experience in sewer and water work within the past 10 years, or
4. Completion of an approved apprenticeship program combined with classroom hours

5. Proof of workers' compensation insurance

6. Pass the Licensing Exam: You must pass the state exam for sewer and water contractors. The exam tests knowledge of applicable Florida statutes, safety codes, and technical competency.

7. Submit Application Materials: Contact the Construction Industry Licensing Board directly for current application fees, required documentation, and exam scheduling information.

The Board is the sole authority issuing these licenses; there is no local issuance in Atlantic Beach.

Local Requirements

Permits and Local Oversight:

Once licensed at the state level, you must obtain a local permit before beginning work in Atlantic Beach. Contact the Atlantic Beach Building Department for permit applications and local requirements.

Review the Atlantic Beach Municipal Code for any local amendments, permit fees, inspection procedures, or additional standards that apply to sewer and water work within city limits. Municipal codes often contain provisions on right-of-way work, utility coordination, and inspection scheduling specific to the city.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, exemptions include:

• Property Owners: An owner performing work on their own property (with limitations)
• Employees: Individuals working under a licensed contractor's direct supervision
• Public Employees: Employees of governmental entities performing official duties

Check Fla. Stat. § 489.103 for the complete list and conditions of exemptions, as some have significant restrictions.

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
• Atlantic Beach Municipal Code

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