Reciprocal General Contractor Licensing in Texas
The State of Texas does not hold reciprocal license agreements for General Contractors in any other states across the county. This is because the State of Texas does not license General Contractors at the state-level.
All licensing and permit requirements for General Contractors in Texas are handled by the local city, county or town in which the contractor plans to conduct business. In most cases, the local government requires contractors to hold the proper building permits for their projects.
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Maine General Contractor Regulations- By City
General Contractors working in Maine are not required to obtain a license from the state. Maine regulates their construction industry at the local-level. However, the State of Maine does have a state-wide law that contractors must follow, concerning written contracts for home construction and repair work. This law is known as the Description of Home Construction Contract Law.
Before beginning work on a construction project, it is important that contractors check the local laws and regulations of their city, town or county. Most cities in the State of Maine require contractors to obtain the proper building permits for their projects.
Below are the building permit requirements for some of the larger cities in the State of Maine, as well as more information about the Description of Home Construction Contract Law. (more…)
New Hampshire General Contractor Regulations- By City
General Contractors are not regulated or licensed at the state-level in New Hampshire. The regulation of the construction industry in the State of New Hampshire is in the hands of the local government. Before beginning work on a construction project, it is the responsibility of the contractor to check with their local county or city ordinances for contracting. Many cities in New Hampshire require contractors to obtain a building permit, or ensure that the homeowner has secured the proper building permits before the start of a project.
Below are the building permit regulations for some of the larger cities in the State of New Hampshire. (more…)
Vermont General Contractor Regulations- By City
The State of Vermont does not regulate their construction industry at the state-level. General Contractors are not required to obtain a license from the state. However, before the start of a project, contractors must check the local laws and ordinances for their county or city to determine what is needed. Many cities in Vermont regulate construction by requiring contractors to obtain or work under the proper building and zoning permits for their projects.
Below are the building and zoning permit requirements for contractors in some of the larger cities in the State of Vermont. (more…)
General Contractor Licensing in Washington DC
Before beginning work on contracted construction work in the District of Columbia, General Contractors, Construction Managers and Home Improvement Contractors must hold a Basic Business License from the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA). Licenses are issued by the DCRA Corporations Division. Additionally, some business types are required to register with the DCRA and remain in good standing with the Corporations Division during the 2-year license period.
The DCRA does not have any work experience, education or examination requirements for contractors applying for a Basic Business License. However, they do require that contractors prove financial responsibility, hold the proper forms of insurance, and maintain an agent who is a resident of Washington DC to handle financial and legal correspondence for the contractor’s business. There are also different license classes, which determine the amount of insurance the contractor is required to hold. These license classes also limit the (more…)
Reciprocal General Contractor Licensing in California
The State of California holds reciprocity agreements with the contractor licensing agencies of Arizona, Utah and Nevada. This means that a General Contractor, who holds a valid license, in good standing, in one of these three states may easily become licensed to work on projects in California.
California’s reciprocal agreements with these states are due to the similarities in the licensing requirements and the scope of work covered by each license classification. Reciprocity between these states makes the process of getting a California General Contractor license easier and more streamlined.
Reciprocal License Classifications in California
A General Contractor license in the State of California is classified as a Class B, General Building Contractor License. Licenses are issued by the Contractor State License Board (CSLB).
As a General Contractor, applying for a reciprocal license in California, you must hold an active license in one of the following states, in one of the following classifications: (more…)
Wyoming General Contractor Regulations- By City
The State of Wyoming does not handle the licensing of General Contractors. Instead, licensing is handled at the local-level. Various cities, towns and counties in the State of Wyoming have developed laws and ordinances that regulate the construction industry and require General Contractors to obtain a license. Before beginning work on a construction project, it is important that all contractors check with their local laws and regulations regarding licensing and permits.
Many cities and counties in the State of Wyoming require contractors to obtain a license. Licensing requirements often call for the contractor to prove (more…)
General Contractor Licensing in North Dakota
The State of North Dakota requires all individuals and businesses engaging in construction work of $2,000 or more, including labor and materials, to obtain a license from the North Dakota Secretary of State. General contractors include anyone engaging in the business of building, altering, repairing, dismantling or demoing a building or structure.
The North Dakota Secretary of State does not require General Contractors to (more…)
General Contractor Registration and Business Licensing in Delaware
The Delaware Division of Revenue regulates the construction industry in the State of Delaware by requiring all General Contractors to register and obtain a business license. Any person participating in the business of building, constructing, repairing, altering, dismantling or demolishing any building or structure in the State of Delaware must be properly registered and hold a business license. This includes subcontractors and specialty tradesmen; as well as resident and non-resident contractors. To do business as a contractor in Delaware, it is required that all persons and businesses and become licensed with the Division of Revenue.
To obtain the proper registration and business licensing, all business entities and tax withholding agents must (more…)
General Contractor Licensing in Alaska
Before a contractor is allowed to bid, advertise their services, or begin work on a construction project of $10,000 or more in the State of Alaska, they must obtain a certificate of registration from the Contractor Licensing Department of the Division of Corporations Business and Professional Licensing. The Division is part of the Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development.
In addition to registering for a certificate from the Division, in some cases, General Contractors are also required to (more…)