Sunny Isles Beach Electrician License Requirements (2026)

📋 Your checklist

State

1. Florida electrical contractor license (DBPR ECLB)
   Electrical contracting needs a state certification (statewide) or a local registration, earned by passing the exam. This is a separate board from general contractors.
   ⏰ Renew with DBPR, with proof of continuing education (check the date on your license)
   Source: Florida Statutes §489.505 (electrical contractor definitions) · Florida Statutes §489.516 (electrical contractor certification/registration) · Florida Statutes §489.517 (electrical license renewal; continuing education)
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 (Sunny Isles Beach / Miami-Dade County)

1. City of Sunny Isles Beach Certificate of Use + Local Business Tax Receipt
   Certificate of Use (zoning permit after inspection) first, one per classification; $10 receipt application fee. First-time applications in person; renewals online.
   ⏰ Renew by September 30; late from October 2
   Source: City of Sunny Isles Beach: Local Business Tax Receipt & Certificate of Use
2. Miami-Dade County Business Tax Receipt
   The city says both city and Miami-Dade County taxes must be paid.
   ⏰ Verify the county renewal date with the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector
   Source: City of Sunny Isles Beach: Local Business Tax Receipt & Certificate of Use