Cutler Bay 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 (Cutler Bay / Miami-Dade County)

1. Town of Cutler Bay Certificate of Use + Local Business Tax Receipt
   Use Request approval first, then a $35 Certificate of Use. Separate receipt for each state-licensed professional.
   ⏰ Valid October 1 to September 30; pay before October 1. Late: 10% Oct, 15% Nov, 20% Dec, 25% Jan
   Source: Town of Cutler Bay: Business Tax Receipt
2. Miami-Dade County Business Tax Receipt
   The town says all businesses need a Cutler Bay receipt before obtaining the Miami-Dade County receipt.
   ⏰ Verify the county renewal date with the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector
   Source: Town of Cutler Bay: Business Tax Receipt