Wellington 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 (Wellington / Palm Beach County)

1. Village of Wellington Business Tax Receipt
   Required before engaging in any business in Wellington, including home businesses and rental properties; one receipt per line of business. Planning and Zoning reviews every application.
   ⏰ Renewals open online July 1; renew yearly
   Source: Village of Wellington: Business Tax Receipts (Licenses)
2. Palm Beach County Business Tax Receipt
   The village says all businesses must also obtain a Palm Beach County receipt before starting.
   ⏰ Verify the county renewal date with the Palm Beach County Tax Collector
   Source: Village of Wellington: Business Tax Receipts (Licenses)