Engineering Licensing in Navarre CDP, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, a professional engineer or professional engineer intern must be licensed to practice engineering—that is, to offer or provide services involving the application of engineering principles to public works or private systems where public safety is at risk.[^1] Work that involves design, analysis, or consultation on structures, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or civil infrastructure typically requires licensing.

However, Florida law exempts certain activities from licensing requirements. Contractors performing construction work under their own trade license (such as electrical contractors or construction contractors) may perform work within their trade scope without separate engineering licensure, provided they do not offer engineering services to the public.[^1]

How to Get Licensed

Florida's Construction Industry Licensing Board administers professional engineer licensure.[^2] The process involves:

1. Education & Experience: You must meet minimum qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which typically requires a degree from an accredited engineering program and relevant work experience under a licensed professional engineer.

2. Military Credit: If you have relevant military training or education, you may receive credit toward licensing requirements under Fla. Stat. § 489.1131.

3. Application & Exam: Submit an application to the Construction Industry Licensing Board and pass the Professional Engineer (PE) exam administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).

4. Application Location: Apply through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), which processes all state-level professional engineering licenses.

The specific experience hours and education requirements are detailed in Fla. Stat. § 489.113.[^3]

Local Requirements

Navarre CDP is located in Santa Rosa County. Building permits and inspections are typically administered by Santa Rosa County or the Navarre Municipal Code. Check the Navarre Municipal Code for local amendments, permit requirements, and any additional local design or approval standards that may apply to engineering work in this jurisdiction.

Contact the Santa Rosa County Building Department or Navarre Building Department for specific permit requirements and submission procedures for projects in Navarre CDP.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, the following are exempt from professional engineer licensure:

• Contractors performing work under their own trade license (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general construction) within their licensed scope
• Employees of licensed professional engineers working under direct supervision
• Federal, state, and local government employees performing engineering work for their employer
• Certain minor or routine work as defined by rule

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

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE)
- Phone: 850-521-0500
- Website: https://fbpe.org/

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