Plumbing Licensing in Lake Park town, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who installs, constructs, alters, repairs, or maintains plumbing systems in Lake Park must hold a plumbing license issued by the State of Florida. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as the installation, construction, alteration, servicing, and repair of all pipes, fixtures, and appurtenances in connection with water supply, waste, and vent systems.

Work requiring a license includes:
- Installation of water supply lines
- Installation of drainage and waste systems
- Installation of vent piping
- Water heater installation and repair
- Fixture installation and replacement
- Backflow prevention device installation

How to Get Licensed

Licensing is administered by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps:

  1. Meet qualification requirements under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which require:
  2. Four years of documented plumbing experience in the previous five years, OR
  3. Two years experience plus completion of an accredited plumbing apprenticeship program, OR

  4. Equivalent documented education and experience

  5. Pass the Florida Plumbing Contractor Exam administered by the Board

  6. Submit your application to the Construction Industry Licensing Board with proof of experience and exam passage

  7. Receive your state plumbing license

Contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board or visit its website for current exam schedules, application forms, and experience verification procedures.

Local Requirements

Plumbing work in Lake Park also requires a local permit issued by the Lake Park Building Department before work begins. The town operates under the Lake Park Municipal Code. You must consult this code for:
- Local permitting procedures and fees
- Inspection requirements specific to Lake Park
- Any local amendments to state plumbing standards
- Contractor registration requirements

Contact the Lake Park Building Department for current permit applications, fees, and inspection procedures.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain work is exempt from licensure, including:
- Installation of water softeners and treatment devices
- Installation of lawn irrigation systems
- Repairs made by property owners to their own residences (in some cases)
- Work performed on farms in agricultural settings

Always verify exemptions with the state Board, as limitations apply.

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

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