Plumbing Licensing in Town 'n' Country CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in plumbing work in Town 'n' Country must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as the installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of pipes, fixtures, and appliances for water supply, drainage, and gas systems. Work involving the design, installation, or alteration of medical gas systems also requires licensure under Fla. Stat. § 489.1136.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps:

  1. Meet qualifications per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which requires documented work experience in plumbing (typically 4 years for a plumber's license) and passage of the Florida Plumbing Code exam.

  2. Apply with the CILB through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Submit proof of experience, pass the required examination, and pay applicable fees.

  3. Obtain your license once approved by the CILB.

  4. Register locally with Town 'n' Country before performing work within the town.

Applicants should verify current exam requirements and experience hours with the DBPR, as these details are governed by CILB administrative rules.

Local Requirements

Town 'n' Country CDP is located in Hillsborough County. Plumbing permits and inspections are required before and after work is performed.

Contact the Town 'n' Country Building Department to:
- Obtain plumbing permits
- Schedule inspections
- Confirm current local code amendments

Refer to the Town 'n' Country Municipal Code for local amendments, permit procedures, and any requirements that exceed state law. The municipal code may contain additional standards for plumbing installations within town limits.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 provides exemptions for certain plumbing work. Licensed plumbers should review this statute to determine whether specific projects qualify for exemption (for example, certain emergency repairs or work performed by property owners on their own residential property may be exempt). However, most commercial and rental property plumbing work requires a licensed plumber.

Medical gas certification under Fla. Stat. § 489.1136 applies separately—ensure compliance if your work involves medical gas systems.

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)