Plumbing Licensing in Belleair Shore, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in plumbing work in Belleair Shore must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as the installation, maintenance, and repair of pipes, fixtures, and appliances for water supply, drainage, and gas systems. This includes new construction, renovations, repairs, and alterations to plumbing systems.

The work requires licensing whether performed by an individual contractor or an employee of a licensed contractor. Unlicensed plumbing work is prohibited and subject to enforcement action by the state and local authorities.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. To obtain a plumbing license, you must:

  1. Meet qualifications per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which include documented experience in plumbing (specific hour requirements vary by license classification).

  2. Pass the state examination administered by the Construction Industry Licensing Board. The exam covers Florida plumbing codes, safety standards, and trade practices.

  3. Apply through the board by submitting your experience documentation, exam results, and application fee.

  4. Maintain continuing education to keep your license active.

Contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board directly for current application procedures, exam schedules, and specific experience hour requirements for your desired license classification (Journeyman, Master, etc.).

Local Requirements

Belleair Shore is a municipality in Pinellas County, Florida. Before performing plumbing work in Belleair Shore, you must:

  1. Obtain a work permit from the Belleair Shore Building Department for any plumbing installation, repair, or alteration. Contact the town Building Department for permit application procedures and fees.

  2. Comply with local codes under the Belleair Shore Municipal Code. Review the municipal code for any local amendments, additional requirements, or standards that supplement Florida state law for plumbing work in the town.

  3. Schedule inspections as required by local code before, during, and after plumbing work.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 provides exemptions from licensing for certain plumbing work. Generally, owner-occupied residential properties may qualify for exemptions when the owner performs work on their own property, subject to limitations. However, this exemption does not apply to commercial properties or rental units. Verify with the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board whether your specific work qualifies for exemption.

All plumbing work in Belleair Shore, regardless of exemption status under state law, must still comply with local permitting and inspection requirements.

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)