Do I need a license for pollutant storage tanks in Florida?

Here’s what Florida law says, and the statute that decides it.

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Licensed contractor required

The verdict

Licensed contractor required

Pollutant Storage Systems Contractor required.

Installation, maintenance, repair, alteration, or extension of pollutant storage tanks — §489.105(3)(p). Must comply with §376.303 standards.

Statutory citation:
§489.105(3)(p) — Pollutant Storage Systems Contractor. §376.303 — installation standards.

Don't take our word for it — read Chapter 489 · §163.211 · verify a license

General information about this type of work — not legal advice, and possibly not current or specific to your locality. Confirm with the Florida DBPR and your local building department (or a licensed Florida attorney) before acting; provided as-is, at your own risk.

Law last reviewed: June 14, 2026, against the 2025 Florida Statutes. This is general legal information, not legal advice.

You'll want a licensed contractor for this.

This is outside what a handyman can legally do in Florida — and outside what we do. You'd engage a Florida-licensed contractor directly; their license and permits apply, and we're not a party to it. Before you hire: look up the license, confirm it's active and in the right category, and ask for insurance certificates directly from the carrier.

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Common questions

What is Florida HB 735?

HB 735 (2021) began preempting local occupational licensing for many job scopes. It's codified mainly at §163.211 and §489.117(4)(a). Follow-up laws extended it, and the changes fully took effect in July 2025.

How do I check if a Florida contractor is licensed?

Search the name or license number at myfloridalicense.com, confirm it's active and in the right category, and request insurance certificates directly from the carrier.

Is a business tax receipt the same as a contractor license?

No. A business tax receipt is a local tax registration. It is not a contractor's license and does not authorize licensed-trade work (§489.127).