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Contractor Licensing Department

Important Notice

We are providing limited service at this time. Please DO NOT come to our office. We are unable to serve you in person.

Citations can only be paid online. Click here to get started. If you are unable to pay your fine online, you may remit payment by check or money order. PAYMENTS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED IN PERSON.

Administrative Complaints can be paid by credit card online. Click here to pay now. If you are unable to pay your fine online, you may remit payment by check or money order. PAYMENTS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED IN PERSON.

For any other inquiries, please contact us by email or telephone to help resolve any outstanding issues.

Email: pcclb@pinellascounty.org

Helpful numbers:
Licensing – (727) 582-3107
Customer Service – (727) 582-3113
General Information – (727) 582-3125
Expired Permits – (727) 582-3106

We are continuing to investigate reports of unlicensed contracting. Please call (727) 582-6767 or click here to submit a report online.

PLEASE NOTE: SPECIAL MAGISTRATE HEARINGS SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 14 AND APRIL 21 ARE POSTPONED. We will notify you with a rescheduled date.

The Contractor Licensing Department oversees day-to-day administration, records maintenance, and contractor license investigations in Pinellas County. The department performs the operational function of the Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board (PCCLB). The PCCLB, a dependent agency to the Board of County Commissioners, regulates the construction and home improvement industry through uniform contractor competency licensing, code adoption and code interpretations in Pinellas County.

PCCLB Budget Resolution

Resources for Contractors:

Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board (PCCLB) - Renew licenses, pay fines, education requirements, county and city codes

Contractor Classifications / Work Descriptions

Resources for Consumers:

How to Choose the Right Contractor - En Español

How to Choose a Contractor l Tips and resources to help you make an informed decision

Contractor List l A complete list of all Contractors in Pinellas County

Check a Business l A database of complaints filed against businesses in the County within the last five years

Consumer Tips l Get information and resources to help in planning your project or choosing your Contractor

File a Complaint Against a Contractor l Instructions and forms to file a complaint

Florida Lien Law l How to avoid construction liens on your property

Home Improvement Scams l Protect yourself against unsavory characters or schemes and how to report them

Report unlicensed construction activity
Follow the link above to report unlicensed construction activity. Reports can also be made by calling the Pinellas County Hotline at
(727) 582-6767.