SB 280 (2026), enacted July 1, 2026 adds definitions for subcontractor and supplier to Chapter 489 and make it a violation of Florida’s Contractor Licensing Statutes for contractors not to pay subcontractors timely.
HB 803 (2026) makes changes to a lot of statutes related to building permits and inspections. But from a licensing perspective, the bill make a small revision to 489.129, Florida Statutes, which governs prohibited conduct by contractors.
Florida General Contractors are unlimited in the type of work they can contractor for and can self perform many types of work covered by other licenses, with a few exceptions.
This case arises from a restitution order requiring an unlicensed contractor to pay a homeowner $86,000.00. The case explores the type of evidence required to support a restitution award.
