Sewer/Water Licensing in Lake Kerr CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Work involving the installation, repair, or maintenance of sewer and water systems in Lake Kerr CDP is regulated under Florida law. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, a "contractor" performing construction work must be licensed unless specifically exempted. Sewer and water work falls within regulated construction activity and requires licensing under the Construction Industry Licensing Board framework.

How to Get Licensed

Licensing for sewer/water contractors in Florida is issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

To obtain a license:

1. Establish qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which sets experience and examination requirements for different contractor classifications.

2. Apply to the state board — the Construction Industry Licensing Board processes all applications statewide. You must demonstrate the required years of experience in sewer/water work, pass the appropriate licensing examination, and meet financial responsibility requirements.

3. Pass the state exam covering construction law, business practices, and trade-specific knowledge for sewer/water systems.

4. Maintain active status by renewing your license according to the board's schedule.

Specific experience hours and exam details are defined in Fla. Stat. § 489.113. Contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board directly for current application procedures and exam schedules.

Local Requirements

Lake Kerr CDP is located in Marion County, Florida. Before beginning sewer or water work in Lake Kerr CDP, you must:

1. Obtain a local permit from the Lake Kerr building/development office or Marion County permitting authority (depending on jurisdiction). Contact the Lake Kerr Building Department to determine the correct permitting authority.

2. Comply with local ordinances — Review the Lake Kerr Municipal Code for any local amendments, additional bonding requirements, insurance minimums, or inspection procedures specific to sewer and water work within the municipality.

3. Schedule inspections as required by local code before, during, and after work completion.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain work and workers are exempt from licensing requirements, including:

• Owner-builders performing work on their own property (subject to limitations)
• Employees of licensed contractors working under direct supervision
• Utility company employees performing work on their own infrastructure

Other exemptions may apply depending on project scope and ownership. Review the statute directly to determine if your work qualifies.

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. § 489.105 — Definitions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Lake Kerr Municipal Code

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