Contractor Licensing

For information regarding Bay County's licensing requirements, exam dates and other licensing concerns please contact the main office at: 840 West 11th Street, Panama City, FL, (850) 784-4040.

The Builders Services Contractor Licensing Offices are located at 840 West 11th Street, Panama City, Florida 32401, (850) 248-8350, Fax (850) 248-8384.

Hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

In This Section

• Tips on choosing a contractor

• Frequently asked questions

Contractor Fees

Administration fees for State Certified Contractors are due during the month of September each year. The fee amount is $25.00.

The following items must be provided:
A copy of current State Certified License
Certificate of Liability Insurance for Bay County
Workers Compensation Certificate or Exemption

This information must be on file with the Contractor' Licensing Office by September 30th, in order to continue to work in Bay County.

Competency Cards

Bay County Competency Cards expire on September 30th each year. Renewal requires submittal of specific documentation.

1. Download and print the application form.

2. Complete the form and mail it to:
Bay County Builders Services
Attn: License Renewal
840 West 11th Street
Panama City, FL 32401

Make sure that you enclose a self-addressed envelope when you send in your application.