Plumbing Licensing in Medley, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who performs plumbing work in Medley must hold a state license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "plumbing" is defined as the practice of installing, altering, repairing, and maintaining pipes, fixtures, and appliances for water supply, waste removal, and similar purposes.

Work requiring licensure includes:
- Installing or repairing water supply lines
- Installing or repairing drainage and waste systems
- Installing or repairing gas lines connected to appliances
- Backflow prevention device installation and maintenance

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. There is no separate local licensing board in Medley; you must obtain your state license first.

Steps:

1. Verify qualifications: You must meet experience and education requirements under Fla. Stat. § 489.113. These include documented work hours as an apprentice and/or journeyman under a licensed plumber.

2. Apply to the state board: Submit an application to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board with proof of experience, education, and good moral character.

3. Pass the examination: You must pass the state plumbing contractor or journeyman plumber exam, depending on the license classification you seek.

4. Obtain local authorization: Once licensed by the state, you must comply with Medley's local requirements before performing work.

Local Requirements

Medley is located in Miami-Dade County. Before commencing plumbing work in Medley, you must:

• Pull permits through the Medley Building Department for any plumbing work
• Comply with local amendments to state law in the Medley Municipal Code

Contact the Medley Building Department to determine specific permit requirements and any local amendments to state plumbing codes.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain work is exempt from licensing requirements, including:
- Maintenance of one's own residence
- Installation of appliances or fixtures that do not involve water supply or drainage lines
- Work performed under direct supervision of a licensed plumber

Verify exemption applicability with the state board or Medley Building Department before proceeding without a license.

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
• Medley Municipal Code

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