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Check contractor licensing and local registration in Sarasota County

countywide

Verify state license status and ask the permit issuer whether local registration is required before filing. Local registration and the state license are separate requirements.

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Steps

  1. 1

    Verify state license

    Search the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation for license status and discipline.

    myfloridalicense.com/
  2. 2

    Confirm local registration

    Ask the County, city or town issuing the permit for current contractor registration and insurance requirements.

    scgov.net/government/planning-and-development-services/onlin
  3. 3

    Match contractor to permit scope

    Ensure the license classification covers the work and is associated with the application before submitting.

    aca-prod.accela.com/sarasotaco/default.aspx