Sewer/Water Licensing in Holley CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who contracts to perform or offer to perform construction work involving water supply systems, sewage systems, or related plumbing installations in Holley CDP must hold a valid Florida construction license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "construction" includes work on water lines, sewer lines, septic systems, and related infrastructure. If you are designing, installing, modifying, or repairing these systems for compensation—whether as a contractor, subcontractor, or sole proprietor—you need licensure.

How to Get Licensed

Florida issues construction licenses through the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB). The process follows Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which governs qualifications for practice:

1. Determine your license category. Sewer and water work typically requires a General Contractor, Specialty Contractor (plumbing), or Building Contractor license, depending on scope.

2. Meet experience requirements. You must demonstrate four years of practical experience in the trade over the prior seven years. Experience must be documented and verified.

3. Pass the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board exam. The exam tests knowledge of Florida construction law, industry standards, and safety codes.

4. Submit your application to the CILB with proof of experience, exam passage, and payment of fees.

5. Obtain workers' compensation insurance and liability insurance as mandated by state law before beginning work.

For detailed guidance on application procedures and exam scheduling, contact the CILB directly or visit the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) website.

Local Requirements

Holley CDP is located in Santa Rosa County. Before beginning any sewer or water work, you must:

• Pull a permit through Santa Rosa County (not the town itself, as Holley CDP does not operate a separate building department). Contact the Santa Rosa County Building Department for permit requirements.

• Check the Holley Municipal Code for any local amendments, fees, or additional restrictions on construction activity within the CDP boundaries.

Failure to obtain local permits in addition to state licensing constitutes a violation and may result in fines and work stoppage orders.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain work is exempt from licensing:

• Homeowners performing work on their own property (not for resale or rent).
• Construction work performed by employees of a licensed contractor on property owned by their employer.
• Certain minor repairs and maintenance as defined by the statute, provided they do not constitute substantial alterations.

If your work involves property you do not own or if you are compensated, exemptions typically do not apply.

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

• Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Holley Municipal Code

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