§ 5.5-61. Licenses generally.

Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning. For purposes of this article, the term "contractor" shall mean either a "Contractor" as defined in F.S. §§ 489.105(3) or 489.505, or an individual who is registered pursuant to this chapter. In the event of any question regarding particular types of work, the common practice in the industry shall prevail.

(1)

Concrete contractor means a contractor whose services are limited to concrete work, including formwork, placement of steel reinforcement, batching, mixing, delivery, placing, finishing, and curing.

(2)

Masonry contractor means a contractor whose services are limited to the selection, cutting and laying of brick, stone, and masonry products. This includes structural glass brick or block, insulated concrete units, and the placement of reinforcing steel, including concrete forming and placing incorporated into the masonry work.

(3)

Carpentry contractor means a contractor whose services are limited to light and heavy carpentry, rough framing, trusses, sheathing, metal framing, paneling, trim, cabinetry, doors, windows, stairs, and incidental hardware.

(4)

Aluminum contractor means a contractor whose services are limited to fabrication installation, repair, alteration, extension and erection of aluminum carports, utility rooms, screen rooms, pool enclosures, vinyl rooms, soffit and siding, and other aluminum installation. Aluminum contractors may perform the above described work for residential use only. Aluminum contractors are not authorized to perform electrical, mechanical, plumbing or roofing work (except for aluminum roofs) and shall subcontract all such work. Aluminum contractor is divided into two (2) classes as follows:

a.

Aluminum A is authorized to perform limited concrete work incidental to these structures for footings and slabs.

b.

Aluminum B is not authorized to perform any foundation or slab work incidental to the construction being performed.

(5)

Irrigation contractor means either a state licensed plumbing contractor or a contractor who has the knowledge of the installation, repair, and maintenance of irrigation systems, including excavation, trenching, boring, backfilling, grading, and those electrical control panels and apparatus that are an integral part of the irrigation system. Unless otherwise subject to continuing education requirements required by state licensure, irrigation contractors are required to complete a minimum of eight (8) professional development hours or continuing education units in Florida Friendly Landscaping Practices from a continuing education organization approved by the county before each succeeding license renewal. Compliance with this requirement will be confirmed at the time of license renewal, or by an approved audit procedure.

(6)

Garage door contractor means a contractor who has the knowledge to install, maintain, and repair garage doors. Garage door contractors are not authorized to perform electrical, and shall subcontract such work.

(7)

Siding, windows and doors contractor means a contractor who has the knowledge of siding, window and door installation including vinyl, wood or aluminum siding, soffit, fascia, gutters and all types of windows and doors. This includes the work necessary to prepare or repair the substrate to accomplish proper installation. Does not include any structural alterations.

(8)

Demolition contractor means a contractor who is qualified to demolish and remove structures over fifty (50) feet in height.

(9)

Landscape contractor means either a landscape architect, a professional engineer or a contractor who has the knowledge of the landscaping profession; the ability to read and interpret landscape plans; properly install various sizes and types of plants, palms, trees or turf grass; may perform installation of mulch, soil stabilization materials, or hardscape materials associated with landscape projects or tree guying and bracing, or corrective pruning actions (including root manipulation). Unless otherwise subject to continuing education requirements required by state licensure, landscape contractors are required to complete a minimum of eight (8) professional development hours or continuing education units in Florida Friendly Landscaping Practices from a continuing education organization approved by the county before each succeeding license renewal. Compliance with this requirement will be confirmed at the time of license renewal, or by an approved audit procedure.

(Ord. No. 09-23, § 2, 8-4-2009; Ord. No. 18-25, § 1, 11-6-2018)