Bonita Springs Handyman / Home Contractor License Requirements (2026)

📋 Your checklist

State

1. Florida contractor license (DBPR CILB) — when needed
   A handyman without a state license may only do casual, minor jobs under $2,500 total (labor + materials), not split to dodge the limit, and may not advertise as a "contractor". Bigger or structural, roofing, electrical, plumbing or HVAC work needs the right license.
   ⏰ If licensed: verify your renewal date on your DBPR license
   Source: Florida Statutes §489.103 (contractor license exemptions)
2. Business name and entity filings (Sunbiz)
   LLCs and corporations file an annual report ($138.75 for an LLC). Using a name other than your legal name? Register it as a fictitious name.
   ⏰ Annual report: May 1 ($400 late fee). Fictitious name: renew every 5 years
   Source: Florida Division of Corporations: File Annual Report · Florida Statutes §865.09 (fictitious name registration)

Local (Bonita Springs / Lee County)

1. City of Bonita Springs Commercial Business Use Permit
   Commercial locations need a city Business Use Permit (floor plan, parking diagram, garbage verification, building and fire inspections); change-of-use impact fees may apply. Not for home-based businesses.
   ⏰ One-time, per location
   Source: City of Bonita Springs: Business Use Permit Procedures
2. Lee County Local Business Tax Receipt
   The city zoning-approves your Lee County application; the business tax itself is collected by the Lee County Tax Collector.
   ⏰ Verify the county renewal date with the Lee County Tax Collector
   Source: City of Bonita Springs: Business Use Permit Procedures