Sewer/Water Licensing in Westview CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida law requires licensing for individuals who design, install, repair, or maintain potable water systems and wastewater/sewer systems. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "water and wastewater systems contractor" means a person who engages in the business of installing, repairing, or maintaining water or wastewater systems.

Work that requires a license includes:
- Installation of water service lines and fixtures
- Repair or replacement of sewer and water lines
- Maintenance of potable water systems
- Design or supervision of water/wastewater work

If you perform this work for compensation in Westview CDP, you must hold a valid Florida license.

How to Get Licensed

Florida's Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) issues water and wastewater systems contractor licenses under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps to obtain licensure:

  1. Meet qualification requirements under Fla. Stat. § 489.113: You must have either (a) four years of experience in the trade within the past five years, or (b) an associate degree in a related field plus two years of experience.

  2. Pass the CILB examination administered by the Board covering Florida law, safety, and technical competency.

  3. Apply to CILB with proof of experience, education, examination passage, and all required documentation.

  4. Obtain the license once CILB approves your application.

For current application procedures, examination schedules, and required documentation, contact the Construction Industry Licensing Board directly or visit the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) website.

Local Requirements

Westview CDP is located in Miami-Dade County. Before performing sewer and water work in Westview, you must:

  1. Pull permits through the Miami-Dade County Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources or the local building authority serving Westview CDP.

  2. Comply with Westview Municipal Code requirements. Review the Westview Municipal Code for any local amendments, permit fees, inspection requirements, or additional regulations governing water and sewer work within the town limits.

  3. Maintain current licensure at all times work is performed.

Contact the Westview Building Department or Miami-Dade County permitting office to confirm local procedures, fees, and any supplemental requirements before starting work.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, the following are exempt from licensing requirements:
- Homeowners performing work on their own residences
- Employees of licensed contractors working under direct supervision
- Work performed by municipalities and public utilities on their own systems
- Certain maintenance and repair work as defined by CILB rule

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

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