Plumbing Licensing in Burnt Store Marina CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who installs, constructs, alters, repairs, or maintains plumbing systems in Burnt Store Marina must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing work is defined as the installation and maintenance of all pipes, fixtures, and appliances connected to a water supply or sewage system within a building or premises.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), not by Burnt Store Marina or Lee County locally.

Steps:

1. Meet qualifications: Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, you must have at least 4 years of documented plumbing experience and pass a state exam. Apprenticeship and classroom hours may substitute for some experience.

2. Apply to CILB: Submit your application directly to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board with proof of experience, education, and any required documentation.

3. Pass the state exam: You must score 75% or higher on the Florida plumbing contractor exam administered by CILB.

4. Receive your license: Once approved, CILB issues your state plumbing license, which is valid statewide.

Refer to Fla. Stat. § 489.107 for complete CILB procedures and requirements.

Local Requirements

Burnt Store Marina falls under Lee County jurisdiction. Before performing plumbing work in the community, you must:

• Obtain a local permit from the Burnt Store Marina Building Department or Lee County building authority for each project.
• Check the Burnt Store Marina Municipal Code at https://library.municode.com/fl/burnt-store-marina-cdp-florida for local permitting fees, inspection requirements, and any amendments to state plumbing standards.

Contact the Burnt Store Marina Building Department for specific permit procedures, fees, and inspection scheduling.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, the following are exempt from licensing:

• Owners of single-family residential property performing plumbing work on their own property (not for compensation).
• Minor repairs and maintenance of existing systems by property owners.
• Work performed under direct supervision of a licensed plumber.

Always verify current exemptions with the municipal code, as local amendments may apply.

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
• Burnt Store Marina Municipal Code

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