HVAC Licensing in Progress Village CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who installs, constructs, repairs, or maintains heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in Progress Village must hold a valid Florida HVAC contractor license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, an HVAC contractor is defined as a person who contracts to install, construct, repair, or maintain air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, and ventilation systems.

Work requiring licensure includes:
- Installation of new HVAC systems
- Repair of existing units
- Maintenance contracts
- Ductwork installation or modification
- Refrigerant handling and system charging

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Meet Qualifications
Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, applicants must satisfy one of the following:
- Four years of documented, verifiable experience in HVAC work, OR
- Two years of experience plus completion of an approved HVAC trade school program, OR
- Equivalent documented combination of education and experience

Step 2: Apply to the Construction Industry Licensing Board
The Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board issues all HVAC licenses statewide. Submit your application with proof of experience, education documentation, and required fees through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

Step 3: Pass the HVAC Contractor Examination
You must pass the state-administered HVAC contractor exam covering code, safety, and technical competency. Exam information and scheduling are available through DBPR.

Step 4: Obtain Local Progress Village Permits
Once licensed, contact the Progress Village Building Department to pull any required local HVAC permits before beginning work. Local permit requirements may apply under Progress Village Municipal Code.

Reference: Fla. Stat. § 489.107 establishes the Construction Industry Licensing Board's authority to regulate contractor licensing.

Local Requirements

Progress Village is located in Hillsborough County, Florida. HVAC contractors must comply with requirements in the Progress Village Municipal Code.

Contact the Progress Village Building Department to confirm:
- Local permit application procedures
- Local amendments to state standards
- Required inspections before system operation

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, the following are exempt from licensing requirements:
- Employees of the property owner working on owner's property (under specific conditions)
- Employees of licensed contractors performing work under direct supervision
- Service calls for minor repairs if no new installation or major reconstruction occurs
- Certain warranty work performed by equipment manufacturers

Check the statute for complete exemption details, as conditions apply.

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)