Plumbing Licensing in Belle Glade city, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in plumbing work in Belle Glade must hold a Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as work involving the installation, alteration, repair, or maintenance of pipes, fixtures, and appliances for the supply, distribution, and use of water and the removal and disposal of waterborne wastes.

All plumbing work performed in Belle Glade city requires licensing unless specifically exempted by state law.

How to Get Licensed

Florida issues plumbing licenses through the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps to obtain a plumbing license:

1. Meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which requires documented experience in the plumbing trade and passage of the state licensing exam.

2. Apply with the CILB through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). You must submit proof of experience hours, pass a trade exam, and pass a business and law exam.

3. Pass the required examinations demonstrating knowledge of plumbing codes, installation methods, and Florida construction law.

4. Pay applicable fees to the CILB.

For specific exam schedules, application forms, and current fees, contact the Florida DBPR directly or visit their website. The CILB processes all state-level plumbing license applications.

Local Requirements

In Belle Glade city, permits for plumbing work must be obtained through the Belle Glade Building Department before commencing any regulated work. You must present your current Florida plumbing license when applying for permits.

Additional local requirements and amendments may be found in the Belle Glade Municipal Code at https://library.municode.com/fl/belle_glade. Review the applicable sections of the municipal code to confirm any local amendments, permit fees, or inspection procedures specific to plumbing work in Belle Glade.

Contact the Belle Glade Building Department for permit application procedures and local fee schedules.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 exempts certain activities from plumbing licensure, including:

• Work performed by a property owner on their own property (with specific limitations)
• Certain maintenance and repair work by employees of the property owner
• Work performed under direct supervision of a licensed plumber

Verify current exemptions under § 489.103, as limitations and conditions apply. If your work qualifies for an exemption, the Building Department can clarify applicability to your specific project.

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
• Belle Glade Municipal Code

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