Questions and Answers
According to Chapter 489 Florida Statutes, the board may revoke, suspend, or deny the issuance or renewal of the certificate or registration of a contractor or impose an administrative fine not to exceed __________?
A residential contractor may construct up to __________.
All but which of the following is a good way to avoid having an independent contractor working for you reclassified as an employee by the IRS?
A person other than the qualifying agent who, with the approval of the board, assumes personal responsibility for all financial aspects of the business is known as a _________?
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A contractor must notify a residential property owner of the Construction Industry Recovery Fund, if his prime contract is over __________?
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Allowing an unregistered person to use a certificate or registration of another may be grounds for a total fine of _________ for the contractor and the business entity that knew or should have known of the violation?
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Registration allows a registrant to engage in contracting _________?
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The Qualifying Agent for registration or certification will be made in the name of the Qualifying Agent and the name of the business organization, such as a _________?
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A project is considered to have been abandoned after ________ days, if the contractor terminates the project without notification to the prospective owner and without just cause.
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A building contractor may not build a structure in excess of __________?
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Which of the following is not exempt from the Florida Licensure Law?
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As defined by Chapter 489, a contractor is one who is __________?
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College education can qualify a certified license applicant for no more than __________ years of experience?
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A general, state certified contractor shall subcontract all of the following except __________ on a new building?
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An active certified residential contractor is eligible to take the general contractors examination, if he or she possesses a minimum of ________ years experience as a state certified residential contractor.
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Study Notes
Contractor Regulations and Responsibilities
- Chapter 489 of Florida Statutes allows the board to revoke, suspend, deny, or impose fines up to $5,000 on contractors for misconduct.
- Residential contractors can construct one-family residences only.
- Avoid reclassifying independent contractors as employees by ensuring compensation is based on work quality, maintaining written agreements, and not hiring additional workers to assist.
Business Operation Guidelines
- A "Financially Responsible Officer" assumes personal financial responsibility for a business aside from the qualifying agent.
- Contractors must inform residential property owners about the Construction Industry Recovery Fund for contracts over $2,500.
- Allowing an unregistered individual to use a certificate can result in fines of up to $10,000 for the contractor and the entity involved.
Registration and Licensing
- Registration permits contractors to operate in counties and municipalities where local licensing requirements are met.
- Qualifying agent registration must include both the agent's name and the business organization (e.g., partnership, corporation).
- A project is deemed abandoned if it remains inactive for 90 days without proper notification.
Project and Construction Limits
- Building contractors are restricted from constructing structures exceeding three stories in height.
- Certain parties, like casual construction workers earning less than $2,500, are not exempt from Florida Licensure Law.
Definition and Experience Requirements
- A contractor is defined as one responsible for the entire project.
- College education can account for a maximum of 3 years of required experience when qualifying for a licensed position.
- A certified residential contractor with at least four years of experience can take the exam for general contractors.
Subcontracting and Partnerships
- General, state-certified contractors must subcontract all trades except shingle roofing on new buildings.
- When engaging as a legal entity (partnership, corporation), the application must be made through a qualifying agent.
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Test your knowledge on the regulations and responsibilities outlined in Chapter 489 of Florida Statutes for contractors. This quiz covers topics such as licensing requirements, financial responsibilities, and the consequences of misconduct. Engage with important guidelines that every contractor should be familiar with.