HVAC Licensing in North Miami Beach city, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who installs, maintains, repairs, or replaces heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in North Miami Beach must hold a valid Florida HVAC contractor license. Under Florida Statute § 489.105, HVAC work is classified as construction work requiring licensure. The scope includes all work on residential and commercial climate control systems, ductwork, refrigeration lines, and related components.

How to Get Licensed

Florida issues HVAC licenses through the Construction Industry Licensing Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. The process requires:

  1. Meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which mandates:
  2. Four years of documented work experience in HVAC construction within the past 10 years, OR

  3. An equivalent combination of classroom hours and experience as defined by board rule

  4. Pass the HVAC contractor exam administered by the state licensing board.

  5. Apply with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), which administers contractor licensing on behalf of the Construction Industry Licensing Board.

  6. Provide proof of workers' compensation insurance and general liability insurance as required by state law.

Submit applications and exam requests through the DBPR website or contact the agency directly for current fees and examination schedules.

Local Requirements

North Miami Beach enforces state licensing requirements through the City of North Miami Beach Building Department, which issues all local construction and trade permits. Before beginning any HVAC work in the city, obtain a mechanical permit from the Building Department.

Review the North Miami Beach Municipal Code for any local amendments, permit procedures, or additional requirements beyond state law. The municipal code may contain specific provisions on contractor licensing, permit applications, inspections, and local compliance standards.

Contact the North Miami Beach Building Department for current permit fees, application procedures, and inspection requirements.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 exempts certain work from licensing requirements. Exemptions include:
- Maintenance or repair work performed by the property owner on their own property (excluding rental properties)
- Work performed by employees of licensed contractors under direct supervision
- Certain auxiliary activities that do not constitute the primary HVAC trade work

Verify exemption applicability with the Building Department before proceeding without a license, as exemptions are narrowly construed.

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)