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Sample forms Pages S-1 to S-3, and Frequently Asked Questions
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF STATUS
FOR PALM BEACH COUNTY CERTIFIED CONTRACTORS
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LICENSING BOARD OF PALM BEACH COUNTY
2300 NORTH JOG ROAD
WEST PALM BEACH, 33411-2741
PHONE: 561-233-5525
FAX #: 561-233-5554
GENERAL INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the first three (3) pages of the instructions thoroughly prior to completing your
application. ** If your application is incomplete it will be returned.
This completed, original application, (no faxes), including credit reports, and application fee, must be in our office prior to
the 1st Friday of the month (deadline), to possibly be on the agenda of the regularly scheduled board meeting for that month.
The full legal name of the company for which you apply, will be the only way it will appear on your certificate.
Any change will require a change of status application, (additional fee and board approval).
All applicants approved by the board will be notified by mail.
Original applications may be mailed or dropped off at our office between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
If you wish to be present while, your application is reviewed by the Certification Specialist - you must bring it to
our office between 8:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. only.
THIS APPLICATION IS TO:
CHANGE COMPANY, CORPORATION, OR LLC NAME
OR, A CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP
$450.00
ACTIVATE AN INACTIVE CERTIFICATE
$450.00
REINSTATE AN EXPIRED CERTIFICATE
$450.00 (plus renewal fee and any late fees)
QUALIFY AN ADDITIONAL COMPANY OR
CORPORATION
$500.00
In order to qualify more than one corporation, LLC, partnership, or business enterprise, the qualifying agent shall be a principle
stock holder, partner or owner of the subsequent corporation. Any certified contractor applying to qualify more than one
company must appear before the board to show cause why he/she should be granted an additional certificate of competency.
PHOTOS:
1. One (1) clear, recent, close up picture of applicant. (maximum 2" x 2").
2. A clear photocopy of your driver’s license.
FEE:
Cash, check or money order payable to: BCC - PALM BEACH COUNTY must be submitted with application.
Check must contain your address and phone number. NO CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
CREDIT:
The applicant must order original, clear, professional credit reports from an Accredited credit bureau. The
report must clearly document that a search of the "public records" (County, State and Federal) was done.
The credit reports must be mailed directly to our office, by the credit-reporting agency.
Credit reports over three (3) months old will not be accepted
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CHANGE OF STATUS APPLICATION
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CREDIT continued:
CREDIT REPORTS REQUIRED:
One on the company presently listed on your Certificate of Competency, one (1) on applicant, and one (1) on the
company being qualified. (unless it is less than 6 months old).
If company is new, (less than six (6) months old):
Sole Proprietorship:
One (1) On Applicant
Partnership:
One (1) On Each Partner and the Applicant
Corporation / LLC:
One (1) On Each Officer and the Applicant
If the corporation/LLC is more than 6 months old but no credit has been established, you must order a credit report on the
Corporation / LLC, as well as each officer. In addition, a credit report on the company that you last qualified or owned, even if
in another area or state, is required.
If there are collections, delinquent payments, etc listed on the credit report, you must provide either, documentation that they
are paid, or payment schedules from the creditors with proof of payment.
If there has been a Bankruptcy, within the past 5 years. Please furnish a copy of "Discharge of Debtor" and a
“Schedule of Bankruptcy” listing the creditors and amounts covered.
Paid Liens, require a copy of the Release of Lien from the Court House.
Judgments require a copy of Satisfaction of Judgment.
Contractors who let their Palm Beach County Certificate of Competency expire must file a change of status
application to renew. If it has been expired more than two (2) years, applicant must be re-examined
CORPORATIONS OR LLC
If you are applying to qualify a Corporation/LLC, you must furnish, with your application, a copy of a current Florida Certificate of
Status, and a current copy of Election of Corporate/LLC Officers from the minutes in the Corporate/LLC book (minutes of
the first meeting). The officers listed in the minutes must match exactly those you list on page 2 of this application.
If the Corporation/LLC has a dba, you must also furnish a Certificate of Status for the dba.
The complete Corporate/LLC name, including the dba, must be listed on all pages requiring the Corporate/LLC name.
(For information, call the Secretary of State at 850-488-9000 or www.dos.state.fl.us)
You may purchase a Corporate kit (book, seal, forms, stock) online or at a local business supply company.
If you have questions you should contact your Attorney or Accountant, we are unable to advise you.
FICTITIOUS NAME:
For a sole proprietorship or partnership: you are required to register a Fictitious Name with the Secretary of State in Tallahassee,
Florida. For information, call their office at 850-488-9000, or WWW.DOS.FL.US. You must file a copy of the certificate
received from the state with this application. (A fictitious name registration is not required if only the applicant’s first and last
names are the Business Name)
CERTIFICATE ISSUANCE:
After Approval by the Board, the following is required for issuance of a certificate of competency. Receipt of a certificate of insurance
on the firm in minimum amounts of $100,000/$300,000 general liability, $10,000 property damage, an original $2,000 surety bond
On the Company, workers compensation insurance or an “accepted” exemption form. Certificates of Insurance and bond must be
in the exact name of the company being qualified and reflect the Construction Industry Licensing Board of Palm Beach
County as the Certificate Holder, at the address shown on the top of page 1.
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CHANGE OF STATUS
Page 1 - 7:
Fill in all blanks. If it does not apply to you, insert N/A.
Page 3:
Complete the top of the page, and then the section that applies to you:
Sole Proprietorship
Partnership
Corporation or LLC
(doing business in your own name or company name)
(list all partners, use extra page if needed)
(if applicant is the only officer, he or she should sign).
Page 4;
Complete the entire page.
Page 5;
Complete the entire page. (Sign in front of Notary, in both places)
PAGE 6:
Statement of Qualifier Responsibility (applicant responsibility)
Print your company name and your name. Sign as qualifying agent before a Notary Public
*** If you are a Qualifying Agent living outside The State of Florida Explain on a separate page in
detail the responsibilities of supervision of job sites, and how you will perform this.
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Financial Statement is on the company being qualified. You must complete the form provided.
If the company is not yet in existence, list the name of the proposed company and whatever assets you are
using to start the company, (i.e., cash, truck, equipment, etc.) IF Sole Proprietorship if in applicants name
only (i.e. John Jones), fill in as a personal financial statement.
Net worth required: General, Building, Residential, $20,000 - Carpentry, Demolition, Electrical, HARV,
Plumbing, Roofing, Structural Steel, Swimming Pool Construction, Underground Utilities, $10,000 Marine, $5,000. All other categories, $2,500.
Net Worth shall be defined as having a minimum of 50 (%) percent in cash, and this shall be verified by a
bank letter or three (3) recent consecutive months bank statements. Each statement must show the minimum
balance of cash required. Cash shall be defined to include a line of credit from a bank.
The other 50%, or less net worth, may be vehicles, equipment, tools, etc.
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For Questions Regarding Workers Compensation Requirements or Exemption Form Contact:
Department Of Labor & Employment Security – Bureau Of W.C. Compliance
3111 S. Dixie Hwy Suite 123
West Palm Beach, Florida 33405, Phone 561- 837-5412.
Americans with Disability Act (ADA)
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, these documents may be requested in a
different format. Contact The Palm Beach Construction Industry Licensing Board at 561-233-5525.
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO
FAMILIARIZE YOUR SELF WITH THE LAWS RELATED TO CONTRACTING, INCLUDING:
Special Act 67-1876 of the Laws of Florida, Palm Beach County Ordinances 97-56 and 97-57,
State of Florida Statutes Chapter 489 parts 1 and 2, Chapter 455, Chapter 120, and Florida
Administrative Codes, 61G4 and 61G6
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837.06 False official statements.
Whoever knowingly makes a false statement in writing with
the intent to mislead a public servant in the performance of
his or her official duty shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of
the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082
or s. 775.083.
History.--s. 58, ch. 74-383; s. 34, ch. 75-298; s. 207, ch. 91-224; s. 1313, ch. 97-102.
837.012 Perjury when not in an official proceeding.
(1) Whoever makes a false statement, which he or she
does not believe to be true, under oath, not in an official
proceeding, in regard to any material matter shall be guilty
of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as
provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.
History.--s. 2, ch. 1637, 1868; RS 2560; GS 3472; RGS 5341; CGL 7474; s. 997, ch. 71-136; s.
54, ch. 74-383; s. 32, ch. 75-298; s. 205, ch. 91-224; s. 1310, ch. 97-102.
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CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LICENSING BOARD
ACCEPTABLE CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES
(This list is not all-inclusive. Please see disclaimer below.)
Credit Check, Inc.
1-877-616-5556
West Palm Beach
Florida Exam Bookstore
1-561-471-1828
West Palm Beach
Associate Credit
1-800-676-7640
Fort Lauderdale
Gables Credit Services, Inc.
1-407-551-1900
Orlando
Merchants Association
1-407-299-7491
Orlando
Disclaimer: We cannot recommend or endorse a particular Credit Reporting Agency. It is provided solely as a
courtesy to assist you in locating resources.
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PALM BEACH COUNTY CONTRACTORS CERTIFICATION
APPLICANTS SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER REQUIREMENT (SSN)
Dear Applicant,
This statement of purpose is provided in accordance with Chapter 119.071 (5) F.S. and is
intended as an explanation for the requirement to provide your social security number.
In order to establish and verify your qualifications and competency for certification to engage in
the business of a construction contractor in a regulated trade a definite identify must be
established. This agency uses a number of documents for this purpose including your driver’s
license. Your SSN is a unique numeric identifier and is used by other independent entities to
verify your credit history, financial responsibility and past business reputation.
Although you contractor license application is a public record, please be assured that any public
viewing or copies will have your SSN and credit information removed.
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CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LICENSING BOARD OF PALM BEACH COUNTY
2300 N JOG ROAD, WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33411-2741
561-233-5525
APPLICATION PAGE 1
Change of Status
Check off each of the items below, as you complete your application.
When you have completed the checklist, submit your completed application.
Be sure you have ordered the proper credit reports
____ Application Fee
(PAGE 2)
____ Photo (2” X 2”) Recent head and Shoulder
(PAGE 2)
(PAGE 2)
____ Social security number
____ FEIN # (if applicable)
(PAGE 2)
____ Copy of applicants Drivers License
(write License # on Page 2)
____ Authorization form
(PAGE 4)
____ Notarized signature
(PAGE 4)
____ Copies of Drivers License and Contractor’s License of Contractor Verifying the Experience
____ Credit report (s)
____ Minutes of First Meeting/Election of Corporate Officers
____ Qualifiers Statement of responsibility
(PAGE 5)
____ Financial statement - on company being qualified
(PAGE 6)
____ 3 Current consecutive bank statements - to verify cash amount on financial statement
____ Certificate of Fictitious Name Registration (If applicable)
(PAGE S-2)
____ Certificate of Status (Corporations & LLC only)
(PAGE S-3)
Credit Reports were ordered from
Date ordered: ____________ on the following:
(CREDIT BUREAU)
Applicant:
Company:
Prior Company:
Other:
Other:
Other:
Other:
Other:
This application is to: Check one
___ Change Company, Corporate, or LLC Name
___ Activate an inactive certificate
___ Reinstate an expired certificate
___ Qualify an additional company or corporation. Enclose a written
explanation of the purpose of an additional certificate of competency.
___ Other:
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CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LICENSING BOARD OF PALM BEACH COUNTY
2300 N JOG ROAD, WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33411- 2741
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DATE REC’D______________
APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF STATUS
Please type or CLEARLY print all information
Application fee must accompany the completed application. Application fee is not returnable after application has been
entered on the record. All checks must be made payable to BCC - Palm Beach County. Applicant agrees to authorize the
construction industry licensing board of Palm Beach County and its agents to obtain such additional information concerning
applicant's financial condition and experience as necessary from any source dealing with the applicant, even though said
information might be deemed confidential.
A portion of the application fee may be refundable if you fail to complete the application or it is withdrawn prior to review by
the C.I.L.B. Requests for refunds must be made in writing and addressed to the C.I.L.B. Applications not completed
within 90 days of the date received by the C.I.L.B. become inactive and no portion of the fee is refundable. An
updated application and new application fee will be required after 90 days.
Classification: check one
GENERAL
BUILDING
RESIDENTIAL
PLUMBING
ELECTRICAL
HARV
SPECIALTY: (specify which specialty)
U.S. Social Security #:
Current Certificate Number:
Applicant’s legal name: First:
Middle:
Issuing State:
Driver’s license #:
Business phone:
Last:
Home phone:
Fax #:
OTHER:
Cell phone:
E-mail:
Home address:
State:
City:
Place of birth:
Zip:
Date of birth:
Per the rules and regulations of the board the name of the business shall not be misleading as to the scope of
certification held.
Company full legal name:
(Inc / Corp / LLC) (Include dba if applicable)
Company Established Date:
FEIN #:
Business phone:
Fax #:
E-mail:
Business address:
City:
I am applying to qualify a: check one
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State:
Sole Proprietorship
continued
Partnership
Zip:
Corporation or LLC
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CHANGE OF STATUS APPLICATION
1. Will you, as Qualifying Agent, have any OWNERSHIP in this firm? CHECK ONE
2. If so give details:
Yes
No
percentage of ownership
3. Will you be a supervising employee of this company?
CHECK ONE
Yes
%
No
4 If not give details:
5. If you are qualifying a 2nd Corporation, please furnish copies of stock certificates for each Officer.
6. Do you currently hold any certifications?
YES (If yes List Certificates below)
NO
List here:
COMPLETE THIS SECTION IF A SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP:
Owner’s Name
City
State
Zip
COMPLETE THIS SECTION IF A PARTNERSHIP:
If the business organization named on page 1 of this application is a Partnership, please fill in:
Partner
Partner
Home address
Home address
City
State
Zip
City
State
Zip
COMPLETE THIS SECTION IF A CORPORATION/LLC:
If the business organization named on page 1 of this application is a Corporation or LLC chartered by the State of Florida:
Name:
Home address, City, State, Zip
Pres.:
Vice Pres.:
Sec.:
Treas.:
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Change of Status Application
I hereby certify that
(Qualifier’s Legal Name)
is qualifying agent for
Company full legal name (include dba if applicable)
Located at
City
(address)
State
Zip
and that he/she has authority to act for the firm or corporation in all matters connected with our
contracting business. To take the qualifying examination to qualify the company and will
supervise the construction or installation contracted for, under the Certificate of Competency
issued.
I further certify that we will immediately notify the Construction Industry Licensing Board of
Palm Beach County, if the above named Qualifying Agent shall sever connections with the
firm, or is no longer actively supervising the construction and installation work under contract.
Signature of Corporate Officer
(OTHER THAN APPLICANT QUALIFYING CORP.)
(If you, the applicant, are the only officer you sign here)
Witness Signature:
Printed Name:
DATE:
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Change of Status Application
Have you or, any person named on page 2, the organization being qualified, the prior firm, or
any other firms you qualify, or have qualified, ever:
1. Filed bankruptcy, been a member of a firm adjudicated as bankrupt,
or in the process of bankruptcy proceedings?
YES
NO
_____
_____
2. Failed to complete a contract?
_____
_____
3. Been a member of a firm, which failed to pay all sub-contractors, material suppliers
or employees on a contract?
_____
_____
4. Have any unpaid, past-due bills over 90 days or claims for labor, material or services?
_____
_____
5. Had liens, suits or judgments of record or pending as a result of construction operations?
_____
_____
6. Been issued a civil citation for contracting without a license ?
_____
_____
7. Been charged with or convicted of acting as a contractor without a license, or if licensed
as a contractor in this or any other state, had a disciplinary action (including probation, fine
or reprimand) against such license by a state, county or municipality?
_____
_____
8. Been found guilty of any crime other than a traffic violation?
_____
_____
9. If your answer to #8 is yes, were your Civil Rights revoked?
_____
_____
10. If your answer to #8 is yes, were your Civil Rights restored.
_____
_____
If the answer is yes, to any of the above questions, please explain in detail on a separate attached sheet.
I certify that I will act for the partnership, firm or corporation for which I am qualifying in all matters concerning the contracting
business, and I will actively supervise all construction work and be responsible for ascertaining that all such work is completed
according to approved plans, applicable codes and good construction practice. I will immediately notify the Palm Beach County
Construction Industry Licensing Board if I sever connections with the partnership; firm or corporation concerned in this application,
or am no longer actively supervising the construction work.
X_________________________________________________________________
Signature of (Applicant) Qualifier
Date
Affidavit
The undersigned hereby makes application for certification under the provisions of the Palm Beach County Certification
Law, Chapter 67-1876, Special Acts, Laws of Florida, as amended, and vouches for the truth and accuracy of all statements and
answers herein.
The undersigned hereby certifies that he/she will act only for himself/herself and that he is legally qualified to act on behalf
of the business organization sought to be certified in all matters connected with its contracting business and that he/she has full
authority to supervise construction undertaken by himself /herself or such business organization and that he/she will continue
during this certification to be able to so bind said business organization. If at any time during this certification, he/she ceases to be
able to so bind or act for the business organization, he will immediately notify the Palm Beach County Construction Industry
Licensing Board in writing.
Falsification of any information herein, including all supplemental pages and attachments, is grounds for disqualification.
STATE OF______________________________________
COUNTY OF _____________________________________
Subscribed and sworn to (or affirmed) before me on
He/she is personally known to me or has presented
(NOTARY'S SIGNATURE AND SEAL)
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X___________________________________________________
Signature of (Applicant) Qualifier
(date) by ________________________________________________
________ (type of identification) as identification.
_______________
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Change of
Status
STATEMENT OF QUALIFIER’S RESPONSIBILITY
In making application to qualify a company, corporation, partnership, limited partnership, or any type of
business entity, I understand that I, as qualifying agent, am completely responsible for the actions of said
business entity as they relate to its construction business.
Further, I understand that the Palm Beach County Construction Industry Licensing Board, by the authority
granted to it in Special Act 67-1876, as amended, holds the qualifying agent responsible for supervision
of job sites as well as all financial aspects of the entity's construction business including, but not
limited to, payment to subcontractors, payment to suppliers, payment to employees and payment of
applicable federal and state taxes.
Section 10 of Special Act 67-1876 sets forth various prohibited activities and Section 11 identifies those acts
for which disciplinary action may be warranted. I understand that the Palm Beach County Construction
Industry Licensing Board holds me, as qualifying agent, responsible for any violation of Sections 10 and 11
of Special Act 67-1876, which may be committed by the business entity I qualify.
__________________________________________________________________________________
Company Full Legal Name (Include dba if applicable)
______________________________________
Print name of qualifying agent
__________________________________
Signature of qualifying agent
______________________________________
Title/Position in the company
__________________________________
Date
STATE OF ______________________________________
COUNTY OF ____________________________________
Subscribed and sworn to (or affirmed) before me on this
by
day of___________________, 2008
________________. He / she is personally known to me or has produced
__________________________________ as identification.
(Type of identification)
______________________________________________________
(NOTARY'S SIGNATURE AND SEAL)
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Business Financial Statement
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Name
(Must Be On This Form)
Change of Status
Company full legal name (include dba if applicable)
Cash
Notes receivable
Accounts receivable
Stocks & bonds
Inventories
Other current assets
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Total current assets
Office equipment
Cars, trucks & equipment
Real estate
Other fixed assets
Total fixed assets
Total fixed, plus current assets
$
$
$
$
$
$
Current Assets
Fixed Assets
Current Liabilities
Notes payable (within 1 year)
Accounts payable
Accrued taxes
Other current liabilities
Total current liabilities
$
$
$
$
$
Notes payable (due in more than 1 year)
Mortgage payable
Long Term Liabilities
$
$
Other liabilities
$
Total assets
Minus Total liabilities
equals =
Total long term liabilities
Total long term plus current liabilities
$
Net worth $
$
Total Assets Less Total Liabilities = Net Worth
I certify that the above Financial Statement is true and correct.
Printed Name of Signer__________________________
Signature of applicant or officer __________________________
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CONTRACTOR CERTIFICATION
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’S)
WHAT IS OUR ADDRESS, PHONE AND FAX NUMBER? Contractors Certification, 2300 N.
Jog Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33411-2741. Phone (561) 233-5525
FAX (561) 2335554.
HOW DO I GET TO THE OFFICE? We are located on Jog Road just north of Okeechobee
Boulevard.
HOW DO I GET THE APPLICATION? Visit our website at www.pbcgov.com/pzb/contractors or
send a self addressed stamped envelope with $1.44 in stamps on the envelope with a note
requesting an application and book list, for the trade you wish to get licensed in. When we
receive the envelope, we will promptly insert the requested information in your envelope and
mail it to you.
DO I NEED TO COMPLETE THE WHOLE APPLICATION? Yes! The entire application must
be completed including all the required documents, per the instructions. Be sure to check off the
items on page one, to insure you have completed all the requirements for submittal. Incomplete
applications are not accepted, with the exception of Credit reports you have ordered.
WHEN DOES THE COMPLETE APPLICATION WITH ALL DOCUMENTS NEED TO BE
SUBMITTED?
Complete applications with all required documentation, must be in our office prior to the first
Friday of the Month. Only after verification of the information you provide on your application,
and receipt of your credit report, will your application be scheduled to be considered by the
C.I.L.B., (Construction Industry Licensing Board of Palm Beach County). The C.I.L.B. meets
once a month. (The Board does not meet in December).
CAN I MAIL IN THE APPLICATION? Yes. To the address above. Applications must be
originals and must be complete. No Fax or e-mailed documents.
WILL SOMEONE REVIEW THE APPLICATION WITH ME IF I BRING IT IN? Yes, if you bring
the completed application to our office between 8:00 a.m. and 11:30 am Monday through
Friday. After 11:30 a.m. you may drop off the completed application, including the page one
checklist. You will be notified in writing of any additional information that is required.
HOW LONG DOES THE PROCESS TAKE? 30 to 45 days depending on when you turn in the
complete application and all required documents.
HOW MUCH IS THE APPLICATION FEE? $450.00 for Contractors, $100.00 for Journeyman..
WHEN DOES THE APPLICATION NEED TO BE SUBMITTED? A complete application must
be in our office by 5:00 p.m. the first Friday of the month to possibly be reviewed by the board at
that month’s board meeting.
WHEN WILL THE BOARD REVIEW MY APPLICATION? The C.I.L.B. usually meets on the
4th Monday of the month unless that Monday falls on or near a holiday. Applications are not
reviewed by the board if verification of your information has not been completed.
WILL I BE NOTIFIED TO SIGN UP FOR THE EXAM? Yes, in writing. An authorization form,
list of exam dates and an instruction sheet will be sent to you once the Board has approved you.
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WHERE IS THE EXAM GIVEN? Exams are given at a location in Palm Beach County. The
exam agency will advise you of the location when you sign up for the exam with them. All
applicants in Palm Beach County are required to take the exam in Palm Beach County
WHEN IS THE EXAM GIVEN? Exams are given twice each month, on a Saturday.
HOW DO I GET THE LIST OF BOOKS THAT I NEED TO PURCHASE, AND WHERE DO I
PURCHASE THEM. Book lists are available in our office. Contact a Construction Bookstore
from the phone book or call 1-800-277-8877 or 1-877-624-2562 for information and/or locations
where you can buy your books.
WHERE DO I ORDER CREDIT REPORTS? A partial list is included on page E of the
application package, you can pick up a list in our office or look in the Yellow Pages under Credit
Reporting Agencies. The reporting agency that you choose must indicate that they have
checked at least two (2) credit bureaus. Order the required credit reports from them and have
the report(s) sent directly to our office or if they send them to you leave the reports sealed and
return them with your application.
WHEN I PASS THE EXAM WILL I BE NOTIFIED, HOW TO GET MY CERTIFICATE OF
COMPETENCY? Yes, in writing. We get the exam results usually about 2½ to 3 weeks after
you take the exam and we will then notify you of what you need to send us, so that we can mail
your license to you.
WHAT DOES RECIPROCITY MEAN? Reciprocity is a written agreement between counties to
allow contractors to move from county to county provided they make application and meet the
requirements of the county they are moving to.
To come to Palm Beach County you must have obtained a minimum grade of 75% on both parts
of the exam, (trade & business and law), have a valid Contractors License and complete the
entire application for reciprocity.
WHAT IS A LETTER OF RECIPROCITY? A letter prepared by the county that sponsored your
original exam (IN FLORIDA),that gets sent directly to the county that you wish to make
application to. That letter contains information regarding your exam grades and information
about the status of your license in that county.
HOW DO I GET A LETTER OF RECIPROCITY FROM THE COUNTY I TOOK THE EXAM IN?
You must contact that county to have them send the letter of reciprocity, directly to the county
that you wish to secure a license from. You must have a valid license from that county (or city)
DO I NEED TO RENEW MY CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY IN PALM BEACH COUNTY?
Renewal cards are sent out usually the last week of July or first week in August. Contractors
are renewed every 2 years, on the odd years 2007, 2009 etc. Limited Contractors, Limited
Journeymen and Journeymen are renewed every 2 years on the even years 2006, 2008 etc.
HOW DO I GET A CERTIFICATE OF STATUS FOR MY CORPORATION
Contact the Secretary of State at 1-800-488-9000 or their web site is www.dos.state.fl.us
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