Plumbing Licensing in University CDP (Hillsborough County), Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who installs, constructs, alters, repairs, or maintains plumbing systems in University CDP must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing includes the installation, maintenance, and repair of pipes, fixtures, and appliances for water supply, drainage, and gas distribution within buildings and on premises.

Work that requires licensure includes: water service lines, drainage systems, gas piping, fixture installation, backflow prevention devices, and medical gas systems.

How to Get Licensed

Licensing is administered by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) at the state level per Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps:

1. Meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113:
2. Be at least 18 years old
3. Have 4 years of documented plumbing experience (or equivalent apprenticeship/education combination)

4. Pass a criminal background check

5. Complete a trade exam administered by CILB covering Florida plumbing code, safety standards, and technical knowledge

6. Apply with CILB and submit proof of experience, exam passage, and other required documentation

7. Obtain your state license — this is your authorization to practice throughout Florida, including University CDP

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

Local Requirements

University CDP, located in Hillsborough County, operates under the University CDP (Hillsborough County) Municipal Code. Before beginning any plumbing work in this jurisdiction, you must:

1. Pull a local permit through the University CDP Building Department or Hillsborough County building authority
2. Review local amendments to state plumbing standards in the University CDP Municipal Code — local ordinances may impose additional requirements beyond state law

Contact the University CDP Building Department to determine permit application procedures, fees, and inspection requirements specific to this municipality.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, the following are exempt from licensure:

• Property owners performing plumbing work on their own residential property (excluding rental properties)
• Employees of a licensed plumbing contractor working under direct supervision
• Installation of certain appliances and non-potable water systems (as defined in statute)
• Medical gas work performed by certified individuals under Fla. Stat. § 489.1136 (subject to specific certification requirements)

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

• Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.1136 — Medical gas certification
• University CDP (Hillsborough County) Municipal Code

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