Plumbing Licensing in Kendall CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in plumbing work in Kendall CDP must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as work involving the installation, repair, or maintenance of pipes, fixtures, and appliances for the supply and distribution of water, or the collection and disposal of waterborne wastes. This includes alterations, extensions, and replacements of plumbing systems.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), which operates under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. The Board oversees three plumbing license categories: Plumber, Plumbing Contractor, and Plumbing Inspector.

Step-by-step process:

1. Determine your license classification — Plumber (journeyman level), Plumbing Contractor (business owner), or Plumbing Inspector (inspection work).

2. Meet experience and education requirements — Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, applicants must demonstrate relevant work experience (typically 4 years for plumbers, with specific hour requirements). Some experience may be substituted with formal education.

3. Apply with the CILB — Submit your application through the Florida DBPR (Department of Business and Professional Regulation). The CILB website provides application forms and current fee schedules.

4. Pass the state examination — You must pass the CILB-administered plumbing exam covering Florida Statutes § 489.113 requirements, the Florida Building Code, and applicable technical standards.

5. Obtain your license — Once approved, you'll receive your Florida plumbing license, which must be displayed at your workplace.

Local Requirements

Kendall CDP is located in Miami-Dade County. Plumbing permits and inspections in Kendall are handled through the Miami-Dade County Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (DRER).

You must obtain a local plumbing permit before beginning any regulated plumbing work. Contact the Miami-Dade County Building Department to pull permits and schedule required inspections.

For local amendments or additional municipal requirements specific to Kendall, consult the Kendall Municipal Code. Check this code for any local amendments to state licensing requirements, permit procedures, or contractor restrictions.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 exempts certain work from licensure:

• Plumbing work performed by the property owner on their own residential property (single-family dwelling).
• Installation or repair of water softeners, filters, and similar non-structural appliances in some contexts.
• Maintenance and repair work by employees of industrial facilities on internal systems.

However, any plumbing work performed for compensation or on commercial/multi-family properties requires a license, regardless of exemption status.

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
• Kendall Municipal Code

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