HVAC Licensing in Nassau Village-Ratliff CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person performing air conditioning, heating, or refrigeration work in Nassau Village-Ratliff CDP must hold a valid Florida State Certified Air Conditioning Contractor license or work under the direct supervision of a licensed contractor.[Fla. Stat. § 489.113]

Licensed work includes installation, maintenance, repair, and alteration of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems. This applies whether the work is performed on residential, commercial, or industrial property.

How to Get Licensed

Florida's Construction Industry Licensing Board issues HVAC contractor licenses. [Fla. Stat. § 489.107]

Requirements:
- Pass the HVAC Contractor examination
- Demonstrate four years of experience in air conditioning contracting work within the 10 years preceding application, including at least one year as a foreman or supervisor [Fla. Stat. § 489.113]
- Complete the application through the Construction Industry Licensing Board (state level—not a local process)
- Pay the required state fees

You must apply directly to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), which houses the Construction Industry Licensing Board. Contact DBPR for current exam dates, application procedures, and fee schedules.

Local Requirements

Nassau Village-Ratliff CDP is located in Nassau County, Florida. Before beginning HVAC work, you must obtain a local permit from the Nassau County building authority or the applicable jurisdiction serving your work location.

Check the Nassau Village-Ratliff Municipal Code for any local amendments, permit requirements, inspection procedures, or additional conditions beyond state law. Local codes may impose permit fees, inspection timelines, or other conditions on licensed contractors.

Contact the Nassau County Building Department to confirm permit requirements and procedures for Nassau Village-Ratliff CDP.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from Florida HVAC licensing requirements: [Fla. Stat. § 489.103]

• Employees of the federal government, state, county, or municipality performing work in their official capacity
• Work performed on owner-occupied residential property by the owner (does not apply if the property is rented or leased)
• Equipment dealers and manufacturers performing only maintenance under warranty
• Persons performing work that is incidental to another licensed trade

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. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Nassau Village-Ratliff Municipal Code

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