Plumbing Licensing in Bushnell city, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who installs, constructs, alters, repairs, or maintains plumbing systems in Bushnell must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as the practice of installing, constructing, altering, servicing, and repairing gas piping, medical gas piping, water piping, waste piping, and drainage systems.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Step 1: Verify Qualifications
You must meet experience requirements under Fla. Stat. § 489.113. Generally, this requires:
- Four years of practical experience in plumbing work under a licensed plumber, OR
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by the CILB

Step 2: Pass the Exam
Apply to the CILB and pass the Florida plumbing license examination covering installation codes, safety practices, and regulations.

Step 3: Apply for Your License
Submit your application, proof of experience, exam results, and fees directly to the CILB. Processing occurs at the state level, not locally.

For specific application procedures and current fees, contact the CILB through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

Local Requirements

In Bushnell city, plumbing work requires permits issued by the local building department. Contact the Bushnell Building Department to pull permits before beginning any plumbing work.

Review the Bushnell Municipal Code for any local amendments or additional requirements beyond state law. Local codes may impose specific inspection schedules, material standards, or installation procedures unique to Bushnell.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain work is exempt from licensure, including:
- Homeowners performing work on their own residential property (with limitations)
- Maintenance and minor repair work performed by property owners on their own property
- Work performed under direct supervision of a licensed plumber

Verify exemption applicability with the CILB, as limitations apply.

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. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Bushnell Municipal Code

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