Sewer/Water Licensing in Campbellton town, Florida

Who Needs a License

Work involving the installation, repair, or maintenance of sewer and water systems in Campbellton is regulated under Florida law. A contractor performing this work must hold a valid state license unless a specific exemption applies.

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, sewer and water work falls under the definition of "construction" requiring licensure. This includes installation of pipes, fixtures, drainage systems, and connections to municipal or private systems.

How to Get Licensed

Florida licenses sewer and water contractors through the Construction Industry Licensing Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. The Board is the sole authority issuing these licenses statewide.

Steps to obtain licensure:

1. Apply to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board — not to Campbellton town directly. The Board accepts applications for sewer/water contractor licenses.

2. Meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which require:

3. Four years of experience in the sewer/water trade, or
4. An equivalent combination of education and experience, or

5. Passage of the state licensing examination demonstrating competency

6. Pass the state examination — the Board administers exams testing knowledge of sewer/water installation, codes, and safety standards.

7. Obtain workers' compensation insurance — required before the Board issues your license.

Contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board directly for current application procedures, exam schedules, and fees.

Local Requirements

Permit Requirements: Before beginning any sewer or water work in Campbellton, you must obtain a local permit from the Campbellton Building Department or Jackson County (the relevant permitting authority for this town).

Municipal Code: Review the Campbellton Municipal Code for any local amendments, additional fees, inspection requirements, or restrictions specific to sewer/water work within town limits. Local codes may impose standards beyond state minimums.

Contact the Campbellton Building Department for current permit procedures and local fee schedules.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain work is exempt from licensure:

• Work performed by a property owner on their own property (with limitations)
• Work performed by full-time employees of a property owner on property owned by that employer
• Certain minor or routine maintenance activities as defined by statute

However, most commercial sewer/water work and work for hire requires a licensed contractor. Verify your specific situation against the statute before proceeding without a license.

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
• Campbellton Municipal Code

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