This page provides helpful information and examples about the types of services that must be performed by a DBPR-licensed individual or business
What services require a license?
Building Code administrators and inspectors
A Building Code Administrator or Building Official is responsible for direct administration or supervision of plan review, enforcement, or inspection of building construction that requires permitting to indicate compliance with building codes.
A Building Inspector is someone who inspects building construction for compliance with building codes. A Plans Examiner is a person who is qualified to determine that plans submitted for purposes of obtaining building permits comply with building codes.
Building code administrators, building officials, building inspectors, and plans examiners are generally employed by county and municipal governments. In some cases they are private providers. However, both government employees and private providers must be licensed.
These items are offered as examples of services you do need to hire a person with a Florida license and services you do not need to hire a person with a Florida license. The list is not all inclusive. If you have specific questions, please contact the department at 850.487.1395 or review the rules for the profession at www.myfloridalicense.com. You should also check with your county or city to learn whether or not a local business tax receipt is required for services that do not require a state license. Please visit our Unlicensed Activity page to learn more about how you can help us combat Unlicensed Activity.
Needs a License |
Does not need a License |
Perform inspections of the structural, roofing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work on a house or building being constructed or renovated, regardless of compensation. |
Inspect a home for real estate transaction purposes, regardless of compensation. (A license will be required on July 1, 2010.) |