Plumbing Licensing in Coral Terrace CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

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

Work requiring licensure includes:
- Installation of water supply lines and drainage systems
- Repair or replacement of plumbing fixtures and pipes
- Work on medical gas systems (if applicable; see Fla. Stat. § 489.1136)

Unlicensed plumbing work is prohibited and subject to enforcement action.

How to Get Licensed

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

Steps to licensure:

  1. Meet qualifications — Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, you must demonstrate competency through:
  2. Documented work experience in plumbing (hours and duration vary by license classification)

  3. Passage of the CILB examination

  4. Apply with CILB — Submit your application directly to the state board, not to Coral Terrace or Miami-Dade County. Include proof of experience, exam scores, and any required documentation.

  5. Pass the examination — The CILB administers licensing exams covering plumbing codes, safety, and practices.

  6. Obtain your license — Once approved by CILB, your license is valid statewide, including Coral Terrace.

Specific experience requirements and exam details are set by Fla. Stat. § 489.113 and CILB rules.

Local Requirements

In Coral Terrace CDP, plumbing work is also subject to local permitting and code compliance.

Permits and inspections:
- Contact the Coral Terrace Building Department to pull plumbing permits before beginning work
- All plumbing installations must comply with the Coral Terrace Municipal Code — review the full code here for any local amendments or additional requirements beyond state law
- Building Department staff can clarify whether specific work requires local permits in addition to your state license

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain plumbing work is exempt from licensure, including:
- Maintenance and repairs by homeowners on their own single-family residences (limited scope)
- Work performed by employees of licensed plumbers under direct supervision
- Plumbing work exempted under specific conditions outlined in the statute

Review the full statute to confirm whether your specific work qualifies for an exemption.

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

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