Hallandale Beach Plumber License Requirements (2026)

📋 Your checklist

State

1. Florida plumbing contractor license (DBPR CILB)
   Florida law says nobody may run a contracting business without being certified (statewide) or registered (local) in the proper classification. Plumbing contractor is its own classification. Unlicensed workers may only work under a licensed contractor's supervision.
   ⏰ Renew with DBPR each cycle, with continuing education (check the date on your license)
   Source: Florida Statutes §489.105 (contractor definitions) · Florida Statutes §489.115 (contractors must be certified or registered; renewals; CE)
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 (Hallandale Beach / Broward County)

1. City of Hallandale Beach Business Tax Receipt
   Required before operating from a commercial or residential location. Home-based businesses get a restricted receipt at 50% of the regular fee plus a $30 one-time application fee.
   ⏰ Valid October 1 to September 30
   Source: City of Hallandale Beach: Business Tax FAQs
2. Broward County Business Tax Receipt
   The city says you need the city receipt before obtaining a Broward County receipt; paying the county does not replace the city tax.
   ⏰ Verify the county renewal date with the Broward County Tax Collector
   Source: City of Hallandale Beach: Business Tax FAQs