Plumbing Licensing in Garden Grove CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in plumbing work in Garden Grove CDP must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as work involving the installation, maintenance, or repair of pipes, fixtures, and appliances for the supply and distribution of water, removal of waterborne waste, and related systems in buildings and structures.

Unlicensed plumbing work is prohibited and subject to penalties under Florida law.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. The Board administers the licensing program statewide.

Steps to obtain a license:

  1. Meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which requires:
  2. Documented experience in plumbing (apprenticeship hours or equivalent work experience)
  3. Compliance with restrictions on felony convictions and disqualifying conduct

  4. Proof of workers' compensation insurance (if required for your business structure)

  5. Pass the state exam administered by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board covering plumbing code, safety, and technical knowledge.

  6. Submit application to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board with required documentation, exam results, and fees.

  7. Obtain local authorization from Garden Grove CDP before beginning work (see Local Requirements below).

For specific exam dates, application procedures, and fee schedules, contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board directly.

Local Requirements

Garden Grove CDP is located in Hernando County, Florida. Plumbing work in the town must comply with both state licensing requirements and local permit requirements.

Permit and authorization:
- Before commencing plumbing work, obtain a permit from the Garden Grove Building Department or the appropriate Hernando County permitting authority.
- The town operates under the Garden Grove Municipal Code. Review this code at https://library.municode.com/fl/garden-grove-cdp-florida for any local amendments, permit fees, inspection requirements, or additional restrictions on plumbing work.

Contact the Garden Grove Building Department for current permit requirements, fees, and application procedures specific to this jurisdiction.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 provides exemptions from plumbing licensure, including:
- Work performed by an employee of a municipality or governmental entity within the scope of their public employment
- Work on the contractor's own residence (with limitations)
- Certain repair and maintenance work under specific conditions

Review the statute directly to determine whether your work or situation qualifies for an exemption.

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

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