Class I Licensed Contractor Application

Application Process

Step 1 – Pre-Application Submittal Preparation

Application – All blanks must be filled in and completed. Incomplete applications will be returned to applicant.
Testing information – Scope of work for the trade in which you are testing and reference list of books needed and where to purchase them.
Obtain experience letters – Prepared, signed and notarized by licensed individuals that you have worked for and know your experience level. Five years or more experience required for those testing for all Class I licenses except master electricians, plumbers and HVAC. All test takers for MASTER licensure must meet the minimum requirements as a licensed journeyman in that same field and experience received in a journeyman like position. (forms available)
References – At Least three (3) acceptable letters of reference from past employers, customers or knowledgeable observers, not related to the applicant, having first-hand knowledge of the applicant’s trade abilities. These letters of reference shall address and positively endorse the applicant’s knowledge, experience, and ability as a Contractors in his/her trade. Such letters of reference shall be notarized and verifiable to include the address and contact phone number of the reference for authentication.
Prepare for trade examination – Refer to St. Johns County and ProV Testing for information regarding the test you are qualified to take.

Step 2 – Ready to Test

Submit Application and Fee – Return completed application to the Licensing Department with application fee of $55.00 and experience letter(s) indicating five (5) years of work in the industry you are testing for. Applications must be complete. The experience letter(s) MUST be from licensed individuals whose license is in the same area as the license you wish to receive. (Example-Want to be a roofer? Experience letter from a licensed roofer indicating your abilities to perform that type of work required). See numbers 3 & 4 above.
Testing Voucher – The Licensing Department will prepare the testing Voucher(s) for you. St. Johns County uses ProV testing to prepare and proctor tests.
Follow Up – Follow up with ProV once you receive your Voucher to schedule your test(s). The Voucher you receive is good for 6 months from the date of receipt. You are allowed to test twice in a 6-month period.
Technical and Business & Law Test – Class I applicants are required to pass a technical test which determines competency AND a Business & Law test. Passing grade of 70% or above required.

Step 3 – Obtain Local License

Test Completion – Once tests (technical test and business & law test) have been passed/completed: Contact the Contractor Licensing Department to pay an inactive fee of $35.00.
Business Name – Provide Contractor Licensing with Corporation or Limited Liability Company and Fictitious name documentation from Florida Department of Corporations (sunbiz.org) (if applicable). This will be the company you are qualifying with your license. A qualifying licensee who is not an owner or officer of a company shall submit a notarized statement (forms available) from the majority Owner or President of the business revealing the extent of the license holder’s financial responsibility, if any.
Contractor Review Board (CRB) Date – Schedule date to appear before the CRB. You must have a confirmed date with this office scheduled to obtain your license at the Contractor Review Board meeting.
Local License Packet – Once you have been approved by the Contractor Review Board, you will receive a packet with a copy of your local license, which you will send to the State of Florida with an application for State Registration.
Submit Application – Submit the appropriate application to the Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR) to obtain your State Registered license. It is your responsibility to fill out the appropriate application, as either qualifying a company or as an individual.
State License – Upon receipt of your State Registered license, provide a copy to the Contractor Licensing Department. Pay the license activation fee of $71.00. Provide liability insurance certificate and workers compensation insurance certificate or construction exemption. Each time you renew any insurance or exemption make sure St. Johns County receives a copy. Insurance certificates should come from your insurance company directly to the County. You will then receive your Active St. Johns County Contractors license. You cannot bid, execute a contract or start working on a construction project without first obtaining your St. Johns County license.
Business Tax Receipt – Contact the Tax Collectors office regarding your need for a business tax receipt (formerly “occupational license”) at (904) 209-2250.

Active Contractor Insurance Requirements

Insurance must be in the name of the company the license holder will be qualifying and must have the name listed on the certificate. The license holder must be included in the policy or provide worker’s compensation construction exemption.

General and Building Contractors liability requirement is $300,000 bodily injury; $50,000 for one person and $50,000 property damage; Liability for all other Class I Contractor categories is $100,000.00 bodily injury, $50,000.00 for one person and $25,000.00 for property damage.
Workers Compensation is also required as per Florida Statute. If you are exempt from Workers Compensation we will need a current Construction Exemption Certificate.

Certificate Holder

St. Johns County Contractor Licensing
4040 Lewis Speedway
St. Augustine, Florida 32084

Insurance Certificate Submission

Insurance Certificates can be emailed or faxed.
Fax: (904) 827-6847
Email: conlicen@sjcfl.us

Licensing Reminders

Renewal Fee – Your biennial renewal fee is $106.00. Subject to change without notice. Please contact Contractor Licensing below.
Change of Address – Business name and/or contact information must be promptly supplied to our office for updating.
The County accepts no responsibility for undelivered correspondence or annual license renewal notices.