Plumbing Licensing in Tice CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in plumbing work in Tice CDP must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as work involving the installation, alteration, repair, or maintenance of pipes, fixtures, and appliances connected to water supply or drainage systems in buildings.

Work that requires licensing includes:
- Installation or repair of water supply lines
- Installation or repair of drainage and waste systems
- Installation of plumbing fixtures (sinks, toilets, showers, water heaters)
- Alterations to existing plumbing systems

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. To obtain a plumbing license:

Meet qualifications per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which requires documented experience in plumbing work (typically 4 years of experience for a journeyman or contractor license)
Pass the Florida plumbing exam administered by the Construction Industry Licensing Board
Apply through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), which oversees the board
Pay applicable state licensing fees

Applicants should contact the Construction Industry Licensing Board or DBPR directly for current exam schedules, fee amounts, and detailed experience documentation requirements.

Local Requirements

Tice CDP is located in Lee County, Florida. Before beginning any plumbing work in Tice, you must:

Obtain a permit from the appropriate county or municipal building authority serving Tice CDP
Comply with the Tice Municipal Code available at https://library.municode.com/fl/tice-cdp-florida

Contractors should review the Tice Municipal Code for any local amendments, additional permitting requirements, or inspections that may exceed state standards. Contact the Tice Building Department or Lee County building authority to confirm specific local procedures and permit fees.

Exemptions

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

Owners performing work on their own residential property (with limitations)
Work performed by employees of licensed contractors under direct supervision
Installation of certain appliances and non-structural components not connected to the main plumbing system
Emergency repairs necessary to prevent property damage or health hazards (though proper licensing and permitting must follow)

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
Tice Municipal Code

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