Engineering Licensing in Stacey Street CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Florida law regulates professional engineering under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, which defines engineering practice as offering or providing services that involve applying mathematical, physical, or engineering sciences to public works or private projects affecting public safety, health, or welfare.

In Stacey Street CDP, any person or firm performing engineering work—including design, consultation, construction administration, or certification of plans—must hold a current Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). This applies whether work is performed in-person in the town or remotely for projects located there.

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Meet Education & Experience Requirements

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, you must:
- Hold a degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, OR
- Demonstrate equivalent education and work experience as defined by the Construction Industry Licensing Board

Step 2: Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam

Complete the FE exam administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).

Step 3: Gain Required Work Experience

Accumulate the required years of responsible charge experience under a licensed PE (typically 4 years for degree holders).

Step 4: Pass the Professional Engineer (PE) Exam

Pass the NCEES PE exam in your discipline.

Step 5: Apply to DBPR

Submit your application, exam scores, and documentation to the Florida DBPR. The Construction Industry Licensing Board, referenced in Fla. Stat. § 489.107, oversees initial and continuing licensure standards.

Military training may provide credit toward experience requirements under Fla. Stat. § 489.1131.

Local Requirements

Stacey Street CDP is located in Palm Beach County, Florida. Engineering work here requires compliance with:

• Stacey Street Municipal Code: Stacey Street CDP Municipal Code — review this for any local permit, filing, or notification requirements specific to the town.

Permits for engineering projects must be obtained through the Stacey Street Building Department. Contact the Building Department to confirm local permitting procedures and any amendments to state law before beginning work.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, exemptions include:

• Employees of licensed engineers working under direct supervision
• In-house engineers employed by non-engineering firms (with restrictions)
• Certain routine or minor work as defined by administrative rule
• Work performed on property you own (with limitations)

Verify your specific situation against the statute, as exemptions have narrow scope.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE)
- Phone: 850-521-0500
- Website: https://fbpe.org/

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
• Fla. Stat. § 489.1131 — Credit for relevant military training and education
• Stacey Street Municipal Code

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