Sewer/Water Licensing in Casselberry city, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, persons who design, install, construct, repair, or maintain potable water systems, wastewater systems, or reclaimed water systems must hold a state license. This work falls under the Construction Industry Licensing Board's regulatory authority.

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "water and sewer systems contractor" is defined as a person who designs, installs, constructs, repairs, or maintains potable water systems, wastewater systems, or reclaimed water systems. If your work involves these systems, you need a license unless you qualify for an exemption.

How to Get Licensed

Florida licenses sewer/water contractors through the Construction Industry Licensing Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps:

1. Verify qualification requirements under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which sets forth experience and examination standards for contractors in this classification.

2. Apply to the Construction Industry Licensing Board (state level). You must demonstrate the required years of experience in the trade and pass the licensure examination.

3. Pass the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board exam specific to water and sewer systems contracting.

4. Obtain your state license before performing any regulated work.

Detailed qualification criteria—including specific years of experience, apprenticeship requirements, and examination content—are found in Fla. Stat. § 489.113.

Local Requirements

Permits and inspections for sewer and water work in Casselberry are handled through the City of Casselberry Building Department. Contact them to pull permits before beginning any installation, repair, or construction work on potable water, wastewater, or reclaimed water systems.

Review the Casselberry Municipal Code for any local amendments, additional requirements, or specific provisions governing contractor licensing, permitting, or inspections within city limits.

Casselberry is located in Seminole County, so verify whether any county-level requirements also apply to your work.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 lists exemptions from state licensing. The statute exempts certain persons and work, including:

• Owners performing work on their own property (with limitations)
• Employees of licensed contractors working under supervision
• Other specific categories detailed in the statute

Review Fla. Stat. § 489.103 in full to determine whether your situation qualifies for an exemption. Even if exempted from state licensing, local city and county permits may still be required.

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. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Casselberry Municipal Code

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