Engineering Licensing in Century, Florida

Who Needs a License

Engineering work in Century is regulated under Florida Statute § 489.105, which defines "practice of engineering" as offering or providing professional services requiring knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering principles. If you design, plan, or supervise construction projects in Century, you likely need a Professional Engineer (PE) license from the state.

The specific scope depends on project type and complexity. Fla. Stat. § 489.113 establishes qualifications and restrictions on who may practice engineering. The statute requires licensure for engineers offering services to the public or on behalf of clients.

How to Get Licensed

Florida's Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107, does not issue PE licenses—the Florida Board of Professional Engineers does. However, CILB oversees related construction licensing.

To become a licensed Professional Engineer in Florida:

1. Education: Complete an ABET-accredited engineering degree (or equivalent)
2. Experience: Accumulate 4 years of responsible charge experience under a licensed engineer
3. Exams: Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, then the Professional Engineer (PE) exam
4. Application: Apply through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)

Veterans may receive credit for relevant military training and education under Fla. Stat. § 489.1131.

Contact the Florida Board of Professional Engineers through DBPR for current exam schedules, application fees, and detailed requirements.

Local Requirements

Permit applications in Century are handled through the Escambia County Building Department or the Town of Century Building Department. Contact the Town of Century Building Department to determine whether your project requires local permits and approvals.

Review the Century Municipal Code (https://library.municode.com/fl/century) for any local amendments, design standards, or additional engineering submission requirements specific to Century projects. Local code may impose site-plan review, drainage calculations, or other engineer-stamped documentation.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 provides exemptions to engineering licensure. These include:

• Work performed by employees of the federal or state government in their official capacity
• Certain routine work on existing structures
• Work performed during emergencies to protect public safety

Review § 489.103 for the complete list. Even if exempt from licensure, your work must still comply with local building codes and Century municipal standards.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE)
- Phone: 850-521-0500
- Website: https://fbpe.org/

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
• Fla. Stat. § 489.1131 — Credit for relevant military training and education
• Century Municipal Code

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