Home Inspector Licensing in Bunnell city, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, a home inspector must be licensed to engage in the business of home inspection. Per Fla. Stat. § 489.105, home inspection is defined as the process of examining the structural elements and mechanical systems of a building to assess their condition. Any person performing home inspections for compensation in Bunnell must hold a valid Florida home inspector license issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB).

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Meet Qualifications

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be of good moral character
- Satisfy experience or education requirements set by the CILB

Step 2: Pass the Examination

Fla. Stat. § 489.111 requires licensure by examination. You must pass the Florida home inspector examination administered by the CILB. The exam tests knowledge of building systems, codes, and inspection standards.

Step 3: Apply to the CILB

Submit an application to the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), which is the state agency responsible for licensing home inspectors under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. The CILB will review your qualifications, examination scores, and background.

Step 4: Obtain Your License

Upon approval, the CILB issues your home inspector license. You must renew it periodically per state requirements.

For specific application procedures, timelines, and current exam dates, contact the CILB directly through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

Local Requirements

In Bunnell city, home inspectors must comply with local permitting and building code requirements. Refer to the Bunnell Municipal Code for any local amendments, additional licensing fees, or registration requirements specific to Bunnell.

For local permitting and inspections related to construction work you may inspect, contact the Bunnell Building Department. Flagler County may also have overlapping jurisdiction depending on the property location.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain individuals and activities are exempt from licensing, including:
- Home inspections performed by a licensed real estate broker or sales associate for their own transactions
- Inspections by federal, state, or local government employees acting in their official capacity
- Certain inspections related to specific property transactions as defined in the statute

Review the full text of Fla. Stat. § 489.103 for all exemptions that may apply to your situation.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Home Inspector Licensing
- Phone: 850-487-1395
- Website: https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/home-inspectors/

References

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