Contractor Licensing in Golf village, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, any person who undertakes to, offers to, or purports to construct, repair, or improve any building, structure, or other improvements to real property must hold an active license issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board unless exempt under state law.[^1] The definition of "construction" includes work on buildings, structures, pools, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and related improvements.[^2]

The specific trade category you pursue—whether as a general contractor, building contractor, specialty contractor, or residential contractor—determines licensing requirements and scope of work permitted.

How to Get Licensed

State Licensing Process:

Licensure occurs through examination administered by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board.[^3] To qualify for examination, you must meet experience requirements specific to your contractor classification, typically ranging from four to five years of documented construction experience in your trade.[^4]

Application Steps:

1. Verify your experience meets the qualifications in Fla. Stat. § 489.113[^4]
2. Submit an application to the Construction Industry Licensing Board
3. Pass the required examination for your contractor classification
4. Obtain workers' compensation insurance (mandatory)
5. Establish a registered business address

The Construction Industry Licensing Board, created under Fla. Stat. § 489.107,[^5] processes all state-level applications and maintains the official roster of licensed contractors.

Local Requirements

Golf village Permits and Building Department:

Contact the Golf village Building Department to determine local permit requirements before beginning any construction work. Golf village is located in Palm Beach County and operates under the Golf Municipal Code.[^6]

Contractors must comply with all provisions in the Golf Municipal Code,[^6] which may impose additional local licensing, permitting, or bonding requirements beyond state law. Review this code or consult with the town directly to confirm all local amendments applicable to your specific trade before commencing work.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from Florida contractor licensing requirements:[^1]

• Owners performing work on their own property (with significant limitations)
• Licensed architects and engineers performing work within their professional scope
• Employees of licensed contractors performing work under their employer's license
• Utility companies performing utility-related work
• Municipal employees performing public works

Exemptions are narrowly construed. Verify your specific situation against Fla. Stat. § 489.103 before relying on an exemption.

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

[^1]: Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions
[^2]: Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
[^3]: Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
[^4]: Fla. Stat. § 489.111 — Licensure by examination
[^5]: Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
[^6]: Golf Municipal Code

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