Electrical Licensing in Highland Park village, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who designs, constructs, erects, alters, repairs, or improves any electrical system or equipment in Highland Park village must be licensed, unless specifically exempted. This includes work on wiring, conduit, electrical apparatus, and equipment for light, heat, power, or signaling purposes.

Licensing is required under Florida's construction industry regulatory framework. Fla. Stat. § 489.105 defines "electrical contractor" as a person who undertakes for another the construction, erection, alteration, repair, or improvement of any electrical system or equipment.

How to Get Licensed

Apply to the Construction Industry Licensing Board:
The Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107, issues all electrical licenses in Florida, including for work in Highland Park village.

Requirements:
- Meet experience qualifications: Typically 4 years of documented practical experience in electrical work or equivalent
- Pass the Florida electrical contractor examination
- Demonstrate financial responsibility and good moral character

Fla. Stat. § 489.113 specifies all qualification requirements for licensure.

Veterans: If you completed relevant military training in electrical work, you may receive credit toward experience requirements. See Fla. Stat. § 489.1131 for military credit provisions.

You must apply directly to the state board—not to Highland Park village. Contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board for application forms, exam schedules, and fee information.

Local Requirements

After obtaining your state electrical contractor license, you must comply with Highland Park village's local permitting and code requirements before performing work.

Permits: Contact the Highland Park Building Department to obtain required electrical permits for projects within the village.

Local Code: Highland Park village operates under the Highland Park Municipal Code. Review this code for any local amendments, additional safety standards, or procedural requirements that apply to electrical work in the village. Local amendments may impose standards beyond state law.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 provides specific exemptions from licensure. These include:
- Certain work on single-family residential structures performed by the owner or lessees
- Maintenance and repair work performed by employees of the building owner
- Installation of electrical equipment by authorized manufacturers or representatives
- Work by employees of electrical utilities

Check the statute to determine if your specific work qualifies for exemption.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board (ECLB), Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Phone: 850-487-1395
- Website: https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/electrical-contractors/

References

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