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Phase Out of Contractor Local Licensing
"Go Green!" Review Lee County's 'Green' options for obtaining permits. These options allow contractors to handle permitting transactions from the comfort of their home or office. Get more information.
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County Licenses:
Collier County Licensing Department www.colliergov.net (Operations and Regulatory Management, Contractor licenses) (239) 252-2431
Click here– Business License Lookup Click here – Contractor License Lookup
State Licenses:
Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation www.myfloridalicense.com (850) 487-1395
Click here – License Lookup
How do I check a business license in Florida?
How do you check if a contractor is licensed and insured in Florida?
What is a DBPR license in Florida?
How do I get a copy of my DBPR license?

Mailing: P.O. Box 398

Fort Myers, FL 33902

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Phase Out of Contractor Local Licensing

The Lee County Board of County Commissioners has approved a plan to phase out local licensing, consistent with HB 735. All local licenses will expire June 30th, 2023 and will not be renewed. The Contractor Licensing Board has been phased out and no new local licenses will be approved. Those interested in obtaining a new contractor license should contact Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation regarding State license approval processes.

Effective July 1st, 2023, to perform work in unincorporated Lee County, contractors must have a state-issued license. Prior to July 1st, 2023, a contractor must have a current Certificate of Insurance for liability and workers’ compensation and/or a current workers’ compensation exemption status with the State of Florida.

"Go Green!" Review Lee County's 'Green' options for obtaining permits. These options allow contractors to handle permitting transactions from the comfort of their home or office. Get more information.

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County Licenses:

Collier County Licensing Department www.colliergov.net (Operations and Regulatory Management, Contractor licenses) (239) 252-2431

Click here– Business License Lookup Click here – Contractor License Lookup

State Licenses:

Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation www.myfloridalicense.com (850) 487-1395

Click here – License Lookup

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How do I check a business license in Florida?

In order to search business entities in Florida, you must go to the SunBiz Secretary of State's Website. Once on the page, you have the option to lookup an entity (Corporation, LLC, Limited Partnership) by; Name, Officer, Registered Agent, Tax (EIN) Number, or Document Number.

How do you check if a contractor is licensed and insured in Florida?

The Department of Business and Professional Regulation asks you to verify a contractor's license by visiting their website at www.myfloridalicense.com or calling 850-487-1395. You can also download the Department of Business and Professional Regulation mobile app.

What is a DBPR license in Florida?

Applying for a Business or Professional License in Florida. The Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) is the regulatory agency charged with licensing and regulating businesses and professionals in the State of Florida.

How do I get a copy of my DBPR license?

How do I request a duplicate license? Duplicate license requests must be received in writing by the Department. Submit form DBPR 0090-1 Duplicate License Request along with the appropriate fee (if any) as indicated on the form. Forms and payment should be mailed to DBPR, 2601 Blair Stone Road, Tallahassee, FL 32399.