Sewer/Water Licensing in Redington Shores, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, any person engaged in the construction, repair, or alteration of water and sewer systems must hold a valid license issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board.[^1] This applies to work performed in Redington Shores and Pinellas County.

Work requiring licensure includes installation of water lines, sewer lines, septic systems, backflow prevention devices, and related plumbing infrastructure. The Florida statutes define regulated work broadly to include any construction activity that affects water supply or wastewater systems serving residential, commercial, or industrial properties.[^1]

How to Get Licensed

1. Apply to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board — the state agency responsible for issuing water and sewer contractor licenses.

2. Meet experience requirements — typically four years of practical experience working under a licensed contractor in water or sewer work, or equivalent education/apprenticeship.[^2]

3. Pass the state examination — administered by the CILB covering Florida construction law, safety codes, and technical competency for water/sewer systems.

4. Submit proof of workers' compensation insurance and liability insurance — required before license issuance.

5. Pay the application and licensing fees to the CILB.

Reference Fla. Stat. § 489.113 for full qualification requirements and Fla. Stat. § 489.107 for information on the Construction Industry Licensing Board's authority and procedures.

Local Requirements

Permits for water and sewer work in Redington Shores must be pulled through the Town of Redington Shores Building Department. Contact the Building Department to determine specific local permit requirements before starting any regulated work.

Consult the Redington Shores Municipal Code for any local amendments, additional permitting requirements, or contractor registration ordinances that may apply beyond state licensing.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from Florida contractor licensing requirements:

• Property owners performing work on their own property (not for compensation)[^3]
• Employees working directly under a licensed contractor's supervision
• Public employees working for the Town or Pinellas County in official capacity
• Certain minor repairs if they fall below a statutory threshold (verify current thresholds with the CILB)

Reference Fla. Stat. § 489.103 for complete exemption details.

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

[^1]: Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
[^2]: Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
[^3]: Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions

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