Plumbing Licensing in Williston Highlands CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in plumbing work in Williston Highlands CDP must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as work involving the installation, repair, alteration, or maintenance of pipes, fixtures, and appliances for the supply and distribution of water, gas, or the removal and disposal of waterborne waste.

Work that requires licensure includes: installing or repairing water supply lines, drain-waste-vent systems, gas piping, water heaters, backflow prevention devices, and medical gas systems. If you are performing any of this work for compensation in Williston Highlands CDP, you must be licensed.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps to obtain a license:

1. Meet qualification requirements per Fla. Stat. § 489.113: You must have a specified combination of education and hands-on experience in plumbing work. Typical requirements include four years of practical experience under a licensed plumber or completion of an approved apprenticeship program.

2. Apply to CILB: Submit your application directly to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (not to Williston Highlands CDP). Include proof of experience, education, and any required certifications.

3. Pass the licensing exam: You must pass the Florida plumbing contractor exam administered by CILB.

4. Medical gas certification (if applicable): If you perform medical gas work, Fla. Stat. § 489.1136 requires additional medical gas certification.

Local Requirements

Williston Highlands CDP is located in Levy County, Florida. Permit applications and local code compliance are handled through the appropriate county or municipal building authority.

Consult the Williston Highlands Municipal Code for any local amendments, permit fees, or additional requirements beyond state licensing law. Building permits must be obtained before beginning plumbing work.

Contact the Levy County Building Department or Williston Highlands Building Department to determine the specific permit process and local requirements for your project.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 exempts certain work from licensing requirements, including:

• Work performed on property you own, if not for sale or rental
• Maintenance and repair of your own home by the homeowner
• Work performed by a property manager on property they manage (limited scope)

However, these exemptions do not apply if the work is performed for compensation or if it involves work on property for sale or commercial rental.

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
• Fla. Stat. § 489.1136 — Medical gas certification
• Williston Highlands Municipal Code

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