New Application License Renewal Collect Documents Gather all the documents you need to complete the application. Contractors in Tennessee can manage their licenses through the state's CORE (Comprehensive Online Regulatory & Enforcement) system. The forms listed below provide additional information to specific inquires. The license is not transferable to new owners. Waived applicants will not be approved for a license until after the Board meets; therefore, do not use your license ID number until approved. In order to apply online, you must first set up an account at https://core.tn.gov/ You will need to have a Indv/Org# to create your account. Permanent tabs are allowed, however, post-it notes cannot be used. For more information relative to renewals, you may contact our office by email at:Contractor.Renewal@tn.gov -or- Fax: (615) 532-2868 -or- Call our office at (615) 532-3985 or (615) 532-3994. In order to hold a license with a limit of $150,000, you would need to showworking capitalandnet worthof at least $15,000, as well as experience for this amount. AGuaranty Agreement (GA)may be supplied with a contactor's personal financial statement or parent company's financial statementto supplement the licensed entity's working capital and net worth. Masonry- Licensed Masonry Contractor (LMC) exam is required to perform masonry where the total project, including materials and labor, is $100,000 or more. To earn a Full Mechanical Contractor (CMC) license or a Plumbing & Gas Piping (CMC-A) license, the application fee is $250. 62-6-124. NOTE:All financial statements submitted should separate current portion of long term debt according to standard accounting principals. If you have not already registered for this new system, please submit under the New Application tab. If submitting a change at the time of renewal, it may be delayed since the Board must review at their regularly scheduled meetings. "Contractors" and "Home Improvement" are the only license applicants requiring Board approval, unless, there have been complaints, felony convictions; or reinstatements of LLE or LLP to waive the exam. If you experience problems with PSI, the exam vendor, you may report these complaints to our staff by email at:Contractors.Home-Improvement@TN.Gov. A two-year contractors license in Tennessee will cost a non-refundable $250 fee, with a $200 renewal license. An interview is not required, unless, there are complaints or felony convictions. **Fire Sprinkler contractors must also obtain licenses with theDivision of Fire Protection, as a Firm and RME (Registered Managing Employee). TENNESSEE SECRETARY OF STATE What if the QA leaves? The only individuals required to be approved before taking the exam are plumbers; pre-approval is required by our Board to take the plumbing (CMC-A) or full mechanical (CMC) exam. License certificates are issued after the Board meeting and they take approximately 1 to 2 weeks for staff to complete. Trade Exams If the ownership is due to one of the corporate or LLC members leaving and there is not a new incoming owner, the remaining owner would not be required to obtain a new license, but must notification the board in writing and provide a letter of. (The reference does not have to come from a Tennessee resident. Renewal Due Date:Contractor licenses are renewed biennially and issued for two (2) years. Guaranty Agreement Required You may request your license I.D. Solar Panel - Must state you will hire an electrical subcontractor or an electrical trade exam will be required. After passing the test, you need to prepare an audited or reviewed financial statement. (See T.C.A. We expect the system to be down for maintenance every Thursday beginning at 5:15 p.m. CST for up to 30 minutes. You maydownload the renewalfrom the"Forms and Downloads". 62-6-102and covers a very broad area, which includes construction, installation, movement, repair, etc. Bidding and contracts must be in the exact name as licensed, as well. Clickhereto view a video demonstration on how to create an account. For example, an electrical contractor is typically interviewed by a Board member experienced in the electrical field. Please note, the exam center offers special accommodations for those with disabilities, or for those wanting to take a Tennessee exam in another state. Please ask your CPA/LPA to assist you with determining the amount of your working capital and net worth to ensure you qualify for the limit requested. Contact: 800-952-0910, McMinnville TCAT (Tennessee College of Applied Technology Contractors may take the license out of retirement any time by completing the renewal. Such as, change the mode of operation; increase their licensed monetary limit; add a classification; add or remove their Qualifying Agent; or may retire the license if they are not working and want to cancel insurance. If the 20th is on a holiday or weekend, the next business day is considered the deadline. After completing the online renewal questions and paying the fee, you will have the opportunity toattachthe required supporting documents as follows: Clickhere to view a video demonstration on how to create an account. Licenses with a delinquent status are typically those who owe a late fee. 62-6-135). Only exact matches will be displayed. Returning User. (See also the examples listed below under the "Summary"). For a list of these state community colleges, please refer to our website at:BC-A/r. Those who are obtaining a restricted residential (BC-A/r) must interview; those with not enough experience provided on the application (3 years); those with felony convictions; and those with complaints are also not waived. A Contractor or Qualifying Agent who has taken the exam and not been inactive more than two years, is typically not required to retest when obtaining an additional license (Note: must have majority ownership to be listed on more than one license). Exam Guidelines and Security Procedures for Books Plumbing, HVAC, Refrigeration, and Process Piping; needs full CMC (mechanical). Out-of-state contractors may register with PSI to take exams at any of their exam centers (offered in over 26 states). Board Approval required for the following revisions:Adding a Classification; Increase Monetary Limit; Name Change; and Mode of Operation Change (transfers). There is a grace period of 7 days after your license expires to have your renewal application postmarked. Renewals are due30 days prior to expirationto prevent contracting while unlicensed. The expiration date is on the last date of the month, in which the license was originally issued. Fire Prevention / State Fire Marshal's Office, Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy, Peace Officer Standards Training Commission, Fire Services & Codes Enforcement Academy, Contractors Renewal Retirement and Revisions. (see Rule 0680-1-.13; considered deficient of plant and equipment); or, Accounts Receivables - make up the majority of working capital, Or - May supply update showing the Receivables have been collected. Make sure your entity is filed in the same name as the financial statement. There is a 7-day grace period for late fees on the first month. The following states have agreed to accept many exams with Tennessee, therefore, if you are actively licensed without disciplinary action, we will accept their trade exam score from: Alabama (Building, HVAC and Electrical Boards); Arkansas; Georgia (Commercial); Louisiana; Mississippi; North Carolina (Residential and Commercial, only); Ohio (Electrical, HVAC and Refrigeration - eff. Clickhere to view a video demonstration on how to renew license online(after your account has been created). For example, a contractor with a net worth of $50,000 is wanting a license for $1,000,000, which requires a net worth of $100,000. Contractors who are not currently working, may place the license in"Retirement"in lieu of renewing, to retain renewal rights (renewal rights expire after 12 months). How to complete the CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS TN. Books may be shipped for overnight delivery. For licensing information for projects less than $25,000, see Types of Licenses. Contractors in Tennessee can manage their licenses through the state's CORE (Comprehensive Online Regulatory & Enforcement) system. Contact: (615) 353-3333, Chattanooga State Community College An indemnity, such as a Guaranty Agreement or Bond is required from the owner(s) (personal or parent) of the entity applying for the license whenever the financial statement provided shows a deficiency, such as: IS FINANCIAL STATEMENT INFORMATION CONSIDERED PUBLIC RECORD? If an interview is required and the application was received prior to the deadline date to be scheduled, an "admission" letter is sent with the date, time and location of the Board meeting. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Tennessee. Business and Law exam is NOT required to be retaken, BC-A/r (Restricted Limited License) expired licensees must retake the course, The original Qualifying Agent (QA) is still with the company. Contractor's failing to complete the license renewal within 12 months of the expiration date, would need to complete the new license application. Electrical wiring contracts inexcess of $25,000, need the CE exam. All blocks must be checked. 62-6-120. Counties may adopt the Home Improvement License Requirement! . LICENSE REVISION REQUESTS(Most Require Board Review - Deadline date to provide to the Board office is within a reasonable time prior to the next regularly occurring meeting of the Board.). License has not been expired more than 24 months; If it has been more than 24 months, as long as the QA has been active in the industry by working for another contractor, as a subcontractor or in another state, may request to be waived by providing evidence of recent experience. 73-50-1. To obtain the annual license remit an application along with $15 to the Customer Service Dept. 62-6-111(b)(3-4), the CPA/LPA must prepare an Audited or Reviewed financial statement. An in-house financial statement must be provided by the subsidiary (entity obtaining the license), in addition to the parent company's audited financial statementand indemnity. However, if the contractor fails to apply for a license within this time period and remains active in the construction industry, such as performing projects where a license is not required (under $25,000), or working for another licensed contractor, or in another state, etc., then the Board may accept the scores after the two year period. The staff will process your license to be issued after approval by the Board meeting. See"Forms and Downloads"if additional resources are needed to complete the renewal or see ourFAQ's. This applies to prime and subcontractors. Alarm systems - Check with the "Alarm Systems Contractors Board" for their license and requirements (these licensees are exempt from a contractor's license, pursuant T.C.A. Supplemental Working Capital and Net Worth. NAME ON LICENSE 615-741-8307 |800-544-7693 |Contractors.Home-Improvement@tn.gov, Fire Prevention / State Fire Marshal's Office, Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy, Peace Officer Standards Training Commission, Fire Services & Codes Enforcement Academy, Course Providers & Med Gas Training Providers, Residential Continuing Education (RCE) Providers, Residential Continuing Education (RCE) FAQs, Contractors and Home Improvement Customer Service Center. To reinstate a contractors license expired more than 12 months, a contractor must: complete the Contractors License Application; select Reinstatement on page one (1); and list the license ID# of the expired license. *Note: Alarm System licensees are exempt from obtaining an additional license as a contractor, pursuant T.C.A. The Home Improvement license renewal is mailed to contractors 90 days prior to the expiration date. The interview is informal and takes no longer than 30 minutes. A contractor's license is required prior to contracting (bidding or negotiating a price) whenever the total cost of the project is $25,000 or more. The Board requires the financial statement to be current (less than 12 months), and according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). These applicants will receive a letter notifying an interview is required. Filings may be submitted with them beginning November 7, 2022 at tn.gov/exemptionregistry For questions regarding Worker's Compensation Exemption filings, please call (615)532-1319 Secretary of State Tre Hargett Contractor's must bid/contract in the exact name as licensed. Restricted Residential Limited License (BC-A/r) A list of classifications may be reviewed from the web at:"Classification Outlines"or review an outline of license classifications, which is from the published Rules with the Tennessee Secretary of State, Section 0680-1-16. The QA must register with PSI to take the exam. Comprehensive Online Regulatory & Enforcement System. In addition, the contractor should only operate in the name as licensed. May apply in a new name, mode of operation, different monetary limit or classifications. All applicants must take the Tennessee"Business and Law"exam which is open book and based upon NASCLA's Tennessee "Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management" reference manual which may be purchased by the publisher, exam vender or professional book stores. Obtaining a License You may obtain your business license at the finance department, by mail, or download the application. The application form can also be obtained from the Business Tax Department in the Office of the Rutherford County Clerk. Telephone: (615) 741-8307 or. The fee to renew your TN contractor's license is $200. Please contact us for additional information, 1-800-992-1910. TCA 62-6-111; TCA 62-6-116; 62-6-124; Rule 0680-1-.13; Rule 0680-1-.14; and Rule 0680-1-.15. You will be required to show two (2) forms of identification. PSI has testing centers all over, including throughout Tennessee, as well as in other states. Upon receipt of the increase request, it will be presented to the next regularly scheduled Board meeting; no interview is required for revision requests. (Note: If you have a suffix, such as: Jr., Sr., III, etc., this must be included!). Examples of the 34 building subcategories: BC- 7 (Institutional and Recreational Equipment); *BC-17 (Elevators, Escalators, and Dumbwaiters); BC-27 (Outdoor Advertising); BC-29 (Landscaping); BC-28-Excavation; BC-31 (Demolition); etc. **Note: Do not contract until the license "Revision" or new license has been approved**, Fire Prevention / State Fire Marshal's Office, Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy, Peace Officer Standards Training Commission, Fire Services & Codes Enforcement Academy, Contractors Renewal Retirement and Revisions, https://tn.gov/commerce/documents/regboards/contractors/forms/ContractorsRenewalWeb.pdf, https://tnbear.tn.gov/Ecommerce/FilingSearch.aspx, here to view a video demonstration on how to create an account, here to view a video demonstration on how to renew license online, Corporate / LLC - Check Status with Secretary of State, Financial and Renewal Instructions Booklet, Guaranty Agreement and Bond Forms - Policy, Optional Forms for Supplemental Financials, Certificate of Insurance (COI) Cover Sheet, Registration for WC Exemption - Construction Services Provider, Workers' Compensation - Verify Coverage for Tennessee, Exam Information - PSI Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB), Plumbing Mechanical CMC/CMC-A Exam Pre-Approval, Corporate / LLC - Business Filing and Registration, Qualifying Agent (QA) Add / Change Request, If the Qualifying Agent (QA) is no longer with the entity. This information is available on the"Forms Downloads"section on the web. Limited Liability Companies (LLC) must submit a copy of their Articles of Organization, and proof showing they have registered/filed with Tennessee Secretary of State, including out of state entities. Check with the local government to see if accepted. STEP 1 - TESTING: Contact testing center to schedule exam (s) STEP 2 - FINANCIAL STATEMENT: Contact a Licensed CPA/PA (Licensed Certified Public Accountant or Public Account) STEP 3 - LETTER OF REFERENCE. 938 0 obj <> endobj Contractor Revisions- Contractor's requests to revise or upgrade their license are due by thelast day of the monthprior to the Board meeting.