Sewer/Water Licensing in Marianna city, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida law requires a license for persons who design, construct, repair, or supervise sewer and water work. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "sewer and water contractor" means a person who contracts to design, construct, repair, extend, or supervise systems that collect, treat, and dispose of sewage or distribute potable water.

If you perform this work for compensation in Marianna or Jackson County, you must be licensed by the state unless a specific exemption applies.

How to Get Licensed

Licensing for sewer and water contractors is issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. You must:

1. Meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which require:
2. Four years of experience in sewer and water work (verifiable through an affidavit), or equivalent education/apprenticeship

3. Pass the state licensing examination

4. Apply with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)

5. Complete the application and pay required fees
6. Submit proof of experience and education

7. Pass the written exam covering Florida construction law and sewer/water standards

8. Maintain your license by renewing every two years and completing continuing education hours as required by state law

Contact the DBPR Construction Industry Licensing Board for current exam dates, application forms, and fees.

Local Requirements

Work in Marianna city requires compliance with both state law and Marianna Municipal Code requirements. You must:

1. Obtain a local permit from the Marianna Building Department before beginning any sewer or water work
2. Verify local amendments to state standards in the Marianna Municipal Code — check for any local design standards, inspection procedures, or additional bonding requirements specific to Jackson County
3. Schedule inspections with the city/county inspector at required stages

Contact the Marianna Building Department for permit application procedures, inspection timelines, and local fee schedules.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, you do not need a sewer and water contractor license if you:

• Own residential property and perform work on your own property (not for hire)
• Are an employee working under direct supervision of a licensed contractor
• Perform maintenance only (not design, construction, or repair) on your own system

Any work performed for compensation—even on a one-time basis—requires licensure.

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
• Marianna Municipal Code

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