Engineering Licensing in Bunnell, Florida

Who Needs a License

Engineering work in Bunnell is regulated under Florida Statutes Chapter 489. Any person who offers to perform or performs engineering services—including design, analysis, and technical consultation on structures, systems, or infrastructure—must hold an active Florida professional engineer license issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board unless they qualify for an exemption.

The definition of "practice of engineering" under Fla. Stat. § 489.105 includes services requiring the application of engineering principles to public or private utilities, structures, machines, processes, or systems. Work that affects public safety, health, or welfare in Bunnell is subject to this requirement.

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Meet Education and Experience Requirements

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, you must hold a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program or equivalent and satisfy work experience requirements (typically 4 years of responsible charge of engineering work under a licensed engineer).

Step 2: Apply with the Construction Industry Licensing Board

Submit your application to the Construction Industry Licensing Board established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. The Board reviews qualifications and administers the Professional Engineer (PE) examination.

Step 3: Pass the PE Exam

You must pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and the PE exam in your discipline. Active Florida licensure is required to practice in Bunnell.

Step 4: Military Service Credit

If applicable, Fla. Stat. § 489.1131 allows credit for relevant military training and education toward licensing requirements.

Local Requirements

Bunnell is located in Flagler County. Engineering work performed in Bunnell—including building design, site plans, and structural analysis—must comply with local permit and approval processes.

Contact the Bunnell Building Department or Flagler County for permit requirements and to determine whether your project requires local engineering plan review. Consult the Bunnell Municipal Code for any local amendments to state licensing requirements, fee schedules, or additional design standards that may apply to engineering projects within city limits.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain work is exempt from licensure, including routine maintenance, straightforward construction tasks not requiring engineering judgment, and specific exempted activities defined in the statute. However, design and analysis work typically requires licensure.

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
• Bunnell Municipal Code

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