Contractor Licensing in Fidelis CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, a contractor license is required for any person who undertakes, offers to undertake, or purports to have the capacity to undertake the construction, repair, or improvement of any building or structure where the total cost is $1,000 or more. [Fla. Stat. § 489.105] This includes work on residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

The specific trade categories regulated by the state are:
- General Contractor
- Building Contractor
- Specialty Contractor (multiple classifications)

[Fla. Stat. § 489.105] defines these roles, and you must determine which classification applies to the work you perform.

How to Get Licensed

1. Determine Your Classification: Identify whether you qualify as a General Contractor, Building Contractor, or Specialty Contractor based on the work you perform. [Fla. Stat. § 489.105]

2. Meet Qualifications: You must satisfy experience and examination requirements set by the Construction Industry Licensing Board. [Fla. Stat. § 489.113] Qualifications vary by classification and typically include documented work experience and passing a state examination.

3. Apply for Licensure: Submit your application to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) or the Construction Industry Licensing Board, which issues and oversees all contractor licenses in Florida. [Fla. Stat. § 489.107, § 489.111]

4. Pass the Exam: You must pass the licensing examination for your classification. [Fla. Stat. § 489.111]

5. Obtain Local Authorization: Once state-licensed, contact the Fidelis CDP Building Department or Santa Rosa County Building Department to obtain local permits and authorization before performing work.

Local Requirements

Fidelis CDP is located in Santa Rosa County, Florida. Local permit requirements and amendments are governed by the Fidelis Municipal Code. You must consult this code for:
- Local permit application procedures
- Building inspection requirements
- Local fee schedules
- Any local amendments to state licensing requirements

Contact the Fidelis CDP or Santa Rosa County Building Department to determine the correct permitting authority for your project and obtain specific local requirements.

Exemptions

The following are exempt from contractor licensing requirements:

• Owners performing work on their own property (with limitations). [Fla. Stat. § 489.103]
• Certain work performed by employees of a licensed contractor under direct supervision. [Fla. Stat. § 489.103]
• Minor repairs and maintenance work below the $1,000 threshold. [Fla. Stat. § 489.105]

Review [Fla. Stat. § 489.103] in full to confirm whether your specific work qualifies for an exemption.

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

• Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
• Fla. Stat. § 489.111 — Licensure by examination
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Fidelis Municipal Code

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