Sewer/Water Licensing in Winter Springs, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in the business of constructing, repairing, or maintaining water or sewer systems in Winter Springs must hold a state contractor's license. Florida Statute § 489.105 defines regulated construction work to include installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of water distribution and sanitary sewer systems. If you perform this work for compensation, you need a license.

How to Get Licensed

Licensing is issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. To qualify for a water/sewer contractor license:

1. Meet experience requirements: Fla. Stat. § 489.113 requires documented experience in the specific trade—typically four years of active work in water/sewer construction, installation, or repair within the past ten years.

2. Pass the examination: You must pass the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board's examination for your specific classification (water/sewer contractor).

3. Submit an application to the CILB through their official application process, including proof of experience and exam passage.

4. Pay applicable fees to the state board.

Contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board directly for current application procedures, examination dates, and fees. The state board, not Winter Springs, issues contractor licenses.

Local Requirements

Winter Springs is in Seminole County, Florida. In addition to state licensure:

• Permits: Contact the Winter Springs Building Department to pull all required building and utility permits before commencing work. Local permit requirements are set forth in the Winter Springs Municipal Code, available at https://library.municode.com/fl/winter_springs. Review the current code to confirm local amendments or additional requirements specific to sewer and water work.

• Compliance: Maintain your current state contractor license and keep proof of licensure available during all work in Winter Springs.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, exemptions from licensing requirements include:

• Work performed by homeowners on their own residential property (not for resale within one year)
• Utility company employees working within the scope of their employment
• Government employees performing work in their official capacity

Work on rental properties or commercial properties does not qualify for exemption.

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
• Winter Springs Municipal Code

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