We have a case in the office involving a failed retaining wall.  We have not been able to find any information that clearly states a license is required for the work.

I would appreciate any information on the following three questions;

1. Does a Florida contractor need a license to build a retaining wall?
   

2. If so, what type of license(s)?
   

3. Does it matter whether the retaining wall is "structural" or "non-structural"?
   

Thank you for your assistance.

Ed Kinberg

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If the retaining wall is structural, then yes.  CGC, CBC, CRC.  Maybe a Marine contractor depending on the type of wall (see 61G4-15.033 for definition of a marine contractor).  Many times the local jurisdiction will have a retaining wall permit so you should also check with the local authority.

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We have a case in the office involving a failed retaining wall.  We have not been able to find any information that clearly states a license is required for the work.

I would appreciate any information on the following three questions;

1. Does a Florida contractor need a license to build a retaining wall?
   

2. If so, what type of license(s)?
   

3. Does it matter whether the retaining wall is "structural" or "non-structural"?
   

Thank you for your assistance.

Ed Kinberg

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Yes, definitely check with the local authority.  The City of Tallahassee has required a CGC for structural retaining walls away from a building, even though the I believe the work to be within the scope of an underground utility license.  Tim

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If the retaining wall is structural, then yes.  CGC, CBC, CRC.  Maybe a Marine contractor depending on the type of wall (see 61G4-15.033 for definition of a marine contractor).  Many times the local jurisdiction will have a retaining wall permit so you should also check with the local authority.

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Subject: [CLC-Discussion] License to Construct Retaining Wall

We have a case in the office involving a failed retaining wall.  We have not been able to find any information that clearly states a license is required for the work.

I would appreciate any information on the following three questions;

1. Does a Florida contractor need a license to build a retaining wall?
   

2. If so, what type of license(s)?
   

3. Does it matter whether the retaining wall is "structural" or "non-structural"?
   

Thank you for your assistance.

Ed Kinberg

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Ed  Kinberg, Attorney at Law
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1990 W. New Haven Ave.
Suite 201
Melbourne, Florida 32904
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