Sewer/Water Licensing in Town 'n' Country CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida law regulates work on public and private water and sewer systems. If you install, repair, maintain, or alter water lines, sewer lines, or related infrastructure in Town 'n' Country, you must hold an active Florida Construction Industry License.

Work that requires licensing includes: design and installation of potable water systems, sanitary sewer systems, storm drainage systems, and medical gas systems. Fla. Stat. § 489.105 defines these regulated activities within the construction trades.

How to Get Licensed

Licensing is issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board under the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

Steps:

  1. Determine your license category. Florida offers licenses for different construction trades. For water and sewer work, you will typically apply for a Class A or Class B Contractor license, or a Specialty Contractor license in the plumbing or utility contractor category, depending on your scope of work.

  2. Meet experience requirements. Applicants must satisfy experience and education qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113. Specific hour requirements vary by license type.

  3. Pass the DBPR examination. You must pass the Florida construction industry exam for your license category.

  4. Apply with DBPR. Submit your application, proof of experience, and exam results to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board.

  5. Maintain your license. Continue education and renewal requirements per state law.

For detailed application procedures and current exam schedules, contact the Florida DBPR directly at their official website.

Local Requirements

Town 'n' Country is located in Hillsborough County. You must obtain permits from the appropriate permitting authority before beginning work. Contact the Town 'n' Country Building Department or Hillsborough County Building and Development Services to determine permitting requirements for your specific project.

Review the Town 'n' Country Municipal Code for any local amendments, permit fees, inspection requirements, or additional standards beyond state law. Local codes may impose stricter standards for water and sewer installations.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 exempts certain activities from licensing:
- Work performed by or under the direct supervision of a fully licensed contractor
- Certain maintenance and repair work on property the person owns
- Work by employees of government agencies on public systems (with limitations)

Homeowners performing work on their own single-family residence may have limited exemptions, but this does not apply to commercial work or systems serving multiple units.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Operator Certification Program
- Phone: 850-245-7500
- Website: https://floridadep.gov/water/certification-restoration/content/water-and-domestic-wastewater-operator-certification

References

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