Broward County Contractor Licensing and Fee Updates
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The Frame
Starting January 1, 2025, all new and renewing contractors and journeymen in Broward County will face increased application and renewal fees, with contractor processing fees set at $450.00.
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Contractors
Contractors must pay increased fees for new licenses and renewals starting January 1, 2025.
Journeymen
Journeymen must pay increased fees for new applications and renewals starting January 1, 2025.
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Key Facts
- New contractor licensing and renewal application fees are $450.00 effective January 1, 2025.
- Journeyman application fees are $225.00 and renewal fees are $120.00 effective January 1, 2025.
- Change of status application fee is $350.00.
- Reciprocity letter and grandfather letter fees are $50.00 each.
- Applications must be submitted 10 days prior to the relevant Board meeting.
- Contractor certification requires passing both Trade and Business & Law exams.
- Journeyman certification does not require the Business & Law exam.
- Passing grade for most exams is 70%, while Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, and Engineering require 75%.
- Board decisions on applications are mailed within one week of the meeting.
- Exam results are provided to the county by the testing agency approximately one week after testing.
- Licenses and wallet-sized IDs must be picked up in person.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a new contractor license?
What happens if I fail my exam?
Are there different passing scores for different trades?
Summary
Why It Matters
Starting January 1, 2025, all new and renewing contractors and journeymen in Broward County will face increased application and renewal fees, with contractor processing fees set at $450.00.
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Fee Schedule Update
The county is implementing a standardized fee increase for all contractor and journeyman licensing activities effective January 1, 2025.
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www.broward.org
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