Plumbing Licensing in Citrus Park CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who contracts to construct, install, alter, repair, or add to any plumbing system must hold a Florida plumbing license.[^1] Plumbing work includes installing, maintaining, and repairing pipes, fixtures, and systems that convey water, gas, or waste in buildings and structures.[^2]

If you work as a plumber in Citrus Park CDP, you must be licensed by the state, regardless of whether you are self-employed or work for a licensed contractor.

How to Get Licensed

Licensing is issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board under Chapter 489, Florida Statutes.

Step 1: Meet Qualifications
You must have either:
- Four years of practical experience in plumbing work under the supervision of a licensed plumber, or
- A combination of trade school (up to 2 years) and practical experience (minimum 2 years)[^3]

Step 2: Apply with the Board
Submit an application to the Construction Industry Licensing Board. The application must include evidence of your qualifying experience.

Step 3: Pass the Examination
You must pass the state plumbing contractor examination administered by the Board.[^3]

Step 4: Obtain Your License
Upon approval, the Board will issue your plumbing license, valid for two years.

For specific application procedures, deadlines, and exam scheduling, contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board directly through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) website.

Local Requirements

Citrus Park CDP is located in Hillsborough County, Florida. Plumbing work in Citrus Park is subject to the Citrus Park Municipal Code.

Permits and inspections for plumbing work in Citrus Park must be obtained through the Citrus Park Building Department. You will need to pull a permit before beginning any plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work.

Check the Citrus Park Municipal Code link above for any local amendments, additional permit requirements, or fees specific to plumbing contractors operating in the town.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from plumbing licensing requirements:[^4]

• Installation or repair of plumbing exclusively in single-family residential buildings by the owner
• Employees of a licensed plumbing contractor working under direct supervision
• Work performed on property owned by the person doing the work, if the property is not being sold or leased within one year
• Certain agricultural plumbing work

However, if you perform plumbing for compensation—even on your own property—you must be licensed.

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

[^1]: Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
[^2]: Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
[^3]: Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
[^4]: Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions

• Citrus Park Municipal Code. https://library.municode.com/fl/citrus-park-cdp-florida

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