Water Conditioning Licensing in Raleigh CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Under Florida law, a person who engages in the business of water conditioning is required to hold a license issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board. [Fla. Stat. § 489.113] Water conditioning work includes the installation, maintenance, repair, or alteration of systems designed to treat or condition water for residential, commercial, or industrial use.

However, certain activities are exempt from licensing requirements. [Fla. Stat. § 489.103] These exemptions apply to employees of licensed contractors working under direct supervision, as well as to certain maintenance or repair work performed by property owners on their own property. Consult the statute for the complete list of exemptions applicable to your situation.

How to Get Licensed

Licensing for water conditioning contractors is administered by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board under Chapter 489, Florida Statutes. To obtain a license:

1. Meet qualifications. You must satisfy experience and competency requirements established in Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which may include documented work experience or formal training in water conditioning systems.

2. Apply to the state board. Submit your application to the Construction Industry Licensing Board. [Fla. Stat. § 489.107] The board sets examination requirements and standards for licensure.

3. Pass required exams. Applicants typically must pass a competency examination covering water conditioning systems, codes, and regulations.

4. Obtain your license. Once approved and licensed by the state, you are authorized to perform water conditioning work.

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

Local Requirements

Water conditioning work in Raleigh CDP, Levy County, must comply with local permitting and building requirements. Contact the Levy County Building Department to determine:

• Whether a local permit is required before beginning water conditioning work
• What inspections are mandatory
• Any local amendments to state licensing standards

Refer to the Raleigh Municipal Code to review any local ordinances that may apply to water conditioning contractors operating within Raleigh CDP.

Exemptions

Work performed by property owners on their own property, and work performed by employees of licensed contractors under direct supervision, may be exempt from licensing. [Fla. Stat. § 489.103] Review the statute for complete exemption details and conditions.

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. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Raleigh Municipal Code

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