Sewer/Water Licensing in Golf village, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, any person who constructs, repairs, or maintains public or private water and sewer systems must hold a valid state license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "sewer contractor" and "water contractor" are defined trades requiring licensure. The work includes installation, repair, alteration, and maintenance of potable water supply systems and sanitary sewer systems.

Sole proprietors, partnerships, and corporations performing this work in Golf village must be licensed before beginning work.

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Meet Qualification Requirements

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Provide proof of financial responsibility
- Pass the state licensing exam for your trade classification (sewer contractor or water contractor)
- Meet experience requirements (typically 4 years of verifiable experience in the trade within the 10-year period before application)

Step 2: Apply with the State

Submit your application to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. The Board processes all state contractor licenses. You must include proof of experience, exam scores, and financial responsibility documentation.

Step 3: Obtain Local Permits

Once licensed by the state, contact the Golf village Building Department to obtain local permits before beginning any work. Golf village, located in Palm Beach County, follows its own permit requirements. Review the Golf Municipal Code for local amendments, permit procedures, and fee schedules specific to this municipality.

Local Requirements

Golf village follows the Golf Municipal Code. Contact the Golf village Building Department for:
- Local permit applications and fees
- Inspection requirements
- Any local licensing amendments beyond state law
- Certificate of Occupancy or completion sign-off procedures

All work must comply with both state statutes and local municipal codes.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, exemptions include:
- Owners performing work on their own property (not for compensation)
- Employees working under a licensed contractor's supervision
- Work performed by municipalities or governmental entities
- Minor repairs and maintenance by non-licensed individuals under specific conditions (consult the statute for full details)

Exemptions are narrow. When in doubt, obtain licensure.

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)