Sewer/Water Licensing in Noma town, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida law requires licensing for persons who engage in the construction, repair, alteration, or maintenance of water and sewer systems. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "water and sewer contractor" means any person who contracts to construct, repair, alter, or maintain potable water or sanitary sewer systems.

If you perform this work for compensation in Noma town, you must obtain a state license before beginning work.

How to Get Licensed

1. Apply to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board. The Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107, issues all contractor licenses in Florida, including water and sewer contractor licenses.

2. Meet qualification requirements. Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, you must:

3. Have at least 4 years of experience in water and sewer work within the 10 years before application, or
4. Hold an equivalent certification or qualification recognized by the Board

5. Pass the water and sewer contractor examination

6. Submit your application directly to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board. You will need to provide proof of experience, pass the state exam, and pay applicable fees.

7. Obtain local authorization from Noma town before performing work (see Local Requirements below).

Local Requirements

Before beginning any sewer or water work in Noma town, contact the Noma town Building Department to determine whether a local permit is required and whether Holmes County (your county) administers permitting for this trade.

Review the Noma Municipal Code for any local licensing, permitting, or operational requirements specific to water and sewer contractors. Local amendments may impose additional standards beyond state law.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, licensing is not required for:
- Employees of a licensed contractor performing work under direct supervision of that contractor
- Work on single-family residential properties by the property owner or their employees (limited scope)
- Public employees performing work for a government entity

Verify your specific situation against the statute, as exemptions are narrowly defined.

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

• 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
• Noma Municipal Code

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