Engineering Licensing in Williston city, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida requires licensure for persons who offer or practice professional engineering services. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "engineering" means performing services or work involving the application of engineering principles, including consultation, investigation, evaluation, design, plans, or other professional services. Any individual or firm providing these services in Williston must hold the appropriate state license unless they qualify for an exemption.

How to Get Licensed

Florida licenses professional engineers through the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. The CILB administers examinations and issues licenses statewide.

Steps to licensure:

  1. Meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which require specific combinations of education and experience. Typically, applicants must hold a degree from an accredited engineering program and complete relevant work experience under a licensed engineer.

  2. Document military service credit (if applicable). Under Fla. Stat. § 489.1131, military personnel may receive credit for relevant military training and education toward licensing requirements.

  3. Apply with the CILB—not with the City of Williston. The CILB is the sole state authority issuing professional engineering licenses.

  4. Pass the professional engineering examination(s) administered by the CILB.

  5. Register locally with Williston or Levy County if required before performing work in the jurisdiction.

Local Requirements

Williston operates under the Williston Municipal Code. Consult the municipal code for local permit and registration requirements, as local ordinances may impose additional steps before performing engineering work within city limits.

Contact the Williston Building Department for guidance on:
- Local permit applications for projects requiring engineered plans
- Whether engineering registration with the city is required before work commences
- Any local amendments to state licensing standards

Levy County may also have jurisdiction-specific requirements depending on the project location.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 lists exemptions from licensing. Exempt work may include certain minor alterations, maintenance performed by property owners on their own property, or services performed by licensed contractors within their scope of work. Consult § 489.103 directly to determine if specific work qualifies for exemption.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE)
- Phone: 850-521-0500
- Website: https://fbpe.org/

References

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