State of Louisiana Licensing Board for Contractors

Announcements

Date	Subject	Announcement

3/6/2008	Louisiana Contractor Accreditation Institute (LCAI) recognized by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors and LA Department of Economic Development.	Louisiana licensed contractors who attend the Contractor Institute will receive continuing education credits. The course is held every spring and fall. Details about the state wide locations and registration for the Institute can be obtained at www.adultedreg.com/lctcs or by contacting the Louisiana Community & Technical College System (LCTCS) call center at 866.310.1586.
1/15/2008	After I renew, WHEN will I receive my 2008 RENEWAL CERTIFICATE?	The normal waiting period is approximately 2 to 3 weeks from the LSLBC receipt of the renewal. If you or your company has failed to receive anything from us (letter, cert, etc.) after 3 weeks from the time the renewal was sent to LSLBC please fax or call to check the status.
1/7/2008	Finding a Contractor on the LSLBC Website	Only current Licensed and or Registered 2008 Contractors will appear in the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors online database.
11/29/2007	Why can I NOT change my address on the Online Renewal?	In accordance with Section 105 of the Rules and Regulations of the Board, any change in address of a company, partnership or corporation shall be reported to the board by written notification within 15 days after such change. You may download a change of address form by clicking on the icon on the home page called "Need a Form". Please follow the directions on the change of address form.
11/26/2007	2008 RENEWALS HAVE BEEN MAILED.	If you have not received the 2008 renewal by DECEMBER 1, 2007, please search for your current license under "Find a Contractor" and verify that we have the correct address for your firm. If it is correct, you may fax a request for a renewal application to (225) 765-2690. If the address is incorrect, please complete a change of address form under "Need a Form." NOTE: Online renewals have closed for the 2007 renewal year. In order to renew for 2007, it will be necessary to submit the renewal application form which was mailed at the end of 2006. Should you need a duplicate renewal application faxed to you, please fax a written request to (225) 765-2690. Be sure to include the license number and name of licensee as listed on the license certificate. COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTORS: Please note that LA R.S. 37:2156, Paragraph B, requires that a new application be submitted for any licensee who has not renewed by December 31, 2007. MOLD REMEDIATION CONTRACTORS: Please note that LA R.S. 37:2188, Paragraph B, requires that a new application be submitted for any licensee who has not renewed by June 30, 2007. You may fax a request for an application to be mailed to you to (225) 765-2690.
11/13/2007	Online renewals require a UserID and Password	The User ID and Password is located on the renewal application(s) that are mailed only to licensed contractors. Please do not contact the Board to request User ID and Password information unless you have not received a renewal application by DECEMBER 1, 2007.
11/12/2007	For Manual Renewals, it is possible to verify that the LSLBC office is in receipt of your current Renewal.	To verify that a renewal has been received at the LSLBC office, perform a search under "Find a Contractor" and "search by license number". Input the license number and click on the record. The date and time a renewal is RECEIVED in the LSLBC office will display under "Contractor Detail." For Online Renewals: This information does not display for online renewal submissions. An option is available for a receipt at the end of the online renewal process which is your verification of submission. Please note that submission of a renewal application does not guarantee renewal of a license.
11/12/2007	On-Line renewal is available beginning 11/13/2007.	The on-line renewal option is only available for Commerical, Residential, or Mold Remediation.
11/9/2007	Delinquent penalty for Mold Remediation licenses.	Delinquent penalty is assessed beginning January 1, 2008 for Mold Remediation licenses.
11/6/2007	Delinquent penalty of $50 for late renewal of Commercial and Residential contractor licenses.	Delinquent penalty of $50 for late renewal of Commercial and Residential contractor licenses will be assessed beginning January 9, 2008.
10/30/2007	Price Increase for Business and Law Study Guide effective January 1, 2008.	Effective January 1, 2008, the price of the Business and Law Study Guide will increase from the current price of $40.00 to the new price of $45.00.
10/1/2007	Home Improvement Registration Act 398 goes into effect October 1, 2007.	ACT 398 Home Improvement Registration goes into effect 10/01/2007. This law requires: Registration for home improvement contracting between $7,500.00 and $75,000.00. Written home improvement contract required on projects between $7,500.00 and $75,000.00. If home improvement amount exceeds $75,000.00 a Louisiana Residential Building Contractor's License is required. This Board has the authority to issue citations. Forfeiture of all lien rights of unlicensed contractors. For questions concerning this newly enacted law, please contact us.
9/21/2007	IMPORTANT Information about Renewal Applications with Voluntary Donations to the Public University of Accredited Construction Management Programs.	Should you choose to make a voluntary donation to one or more of the Public University of Accredited Construction Management Programs at LSU-BR, University of Louisiana-Monroe, or Louisiana Tech-Ruston, you must designate which program is to receive which portion of your donation. The Board cannot process a renewal fee which includes a donation until we have written documentation reflecting the appropriate recipients(s).
10/2/2006	Effective October 9, 2006, the Board will only accept checks and money orders drawn on U.S. banks.
9/21/2006	FREE Continuing Education Opportunities - September 29 & 30 at the Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA	Housing Solutions Summit SEPTEMBER 29, 1-5pm: 2006 IRC Hurricane Resistant Residential Construction This seminar, presented by the International Code Council, is based on the 2006 International Residential Code and the SSTD-10 Standard for Hurricane Resistant Residential Construction. It will discuss wind resistant design and construction details for one-and two-story wood-framed residential buildings and one-, two-, and three-story residential buildings of typical concrete or masonry construction sited in high wind regions. Flood resistant construction criteria will also be examined. The course will be taught by Bob Schutz, the Manager of Instructors for the International Code Council and an ICC Certified Building Official and Master Code Professional. SEPTEMBER 30, 1-5pm: The IBHS Guidelines for Hurricane Resistant Residential Construction The Institute for Business & Home Safety, a non-profit which aims to reduce property losses during catastrophic events, will present its "Guidelines for Hurricane Resistant Residential Construction," a manual with a straightforward approach to designing and building single family homes with the wind-resistant requirements of the International Residential Code (IRC). This seminar includes discussions of the guidelines for both new construction and retrofitting recently gutted houses. The seminar will be taught by Tim Reinhold, vice president and director of engineering for IBHS. TO REGISTER: E-mail: hampton@home-builders.org or visit http://www.hssno.com for more info!
8/2/2006	EXAMINATION RESCHEDULE FEES	Beginning September 1, 2006, examination reschedule fees are as follows: First reschedule: $25 Second reschedule: $50 Third or more reschedule: $75 Forfeit fees may also apply should you fail to notify the Board of the need to reschedule at least five business days prior to a scheduled examination date.
5/1/2006	ATTENTION LOUISIANA CONTRACTORS APPLYING FOR A LICENSE IN ANOTHER STATE	There is a $75 fee to complete a verification form from another state. The verification form will not be completed prior to receipt of the fee.
11/29/2005	INCORRECT FEES printed on some renewal forms	Please check your printed renewal form. The correct TOTAL FEES DUE (renewal fee plus transaction fee) are assessed per number of trade classifications held (excluding Business and Law; Law, Rules and Regulations; and Old Rules and Regulations) as follows: One classification: $115.00 Two classifications: $210.00 Three classifications: $305.00 Four classifications: $400.00 Five or more classifications: $415.00
11/18/2005	IMPORTANT CHANGE IN THE APPLICATION PROCESS EFFECTIVE DECEMBER 1, 2005	Due to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the Board implemented procedures to expedite the processing of applications. These emergency procedures will cease at 4:30pm on Wednesday, November 30. All applications received after the close of business on November 30 will be processed according to normal procedures.
9/22/2005	LICENSED CONTRACTORS DISPLACED BY HURRICANE KATRINA must provide updated mailing addresses.	Renewals will be mailed in the next few weeks to addresses as listed in our records. Written requests to change a mailing address may be submitted by faxing (225-765-2690) or mailing a request signed by an owner/officer/member/partner.
9/18/2005	Important Information Regarding License Verification for Out of State Contractors	Out of state contractors requesting waivers MUST complete the license verification form (available on this website under "Forms") and submit it to the board of the state in which you are licensed. That board will complete the form and submit it to us. A copy of your out of state license cannot be submitted in place of the license verification form. The Board cannot approve and issue your license until ALL requirements are met and ALL required documents have been received.
9/7/2005	Important Examination Scheduling Information for Applicants from Areas Affected by Hurricane Katrina	If you submitted an application prior to Hurricane Katrina and need to schedule or reschedule an examination, please fax your request to the attention of Rebecca Johnson or May Hoppe at 225-765-2690. Please specify at least two available dates for any Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday (excluding holidays). Mrs. Johnson may also be contacted at rjohnson@lslbc.louisiana.gov or 1-800-256-1392 ext. 228. Mrs. Hoppe may be reached at mhoppe@lslbc.louisiana.gov or 1-800-256-1392 ext. 239.
9/7/2005	HURRICANE KATRINA CONTRACTOR QUESTIONS HOTLINE 1-866-310-7879
9/7/2005	Hotel Accomodations in Baton Rouge	Please keep in mind when requesting an examination date that hotel availability in the Baton Rouge area has been severely impacted by Hurricane Katrina. Examinations are now being scheduled every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (excluding holidays).
9/6/2005	This is the official website for information on contractor licensing examinations	It has come to the Board's attention that other websites not affiliated with this Board are providing erroneous information regarding examination policies and procedures.
9/6/2005	Mold Remediation Contracting	DO YOU PROVIDE MOLD REMEDIATION SERVICES? ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT IT? If so, you must apply for a mold remediation license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors. Effective July 1, 2004, ACT 880 of the 2003 Legislative Session requires any and all persons who make an offer to bid on or contract projects requiring mold remediation services valued at $1 and up to hold a Mold Remediation contractor’s license with the Board. Failure to comply with ACT 880 could result in the issuance of a cease and desist order after investigation by the Board’s field enforcement staff. Requirements for a License: · Twenty-four hours of training in mold remediation and basic mold assessment; · Four hours of instruction in Louisiana’s “Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law”; · Qualifying party must be eighteen (18) years of age, have successfully completed high school or its equivalent, and pass the Business and Law exam, if applicable; · Worker’s compensation insurance; · General liability insurance in a minimum amount of $50,000; · Financial net worth of $10,000; · $100 application fee (If the Business and Law exam has not been taken, an additional exam fee of $100 and study guide fee of $40 are required.) Contact the Board to request an application. Guidelines for Enforcement: · The law will be primarily applied to existing completed buildings and buildings deemed to be substantially complete. · There must be evidence of a written mold assessment report clearly identifying the existence of mold. · No licensee shall perform both mold assessment and mold remediation on the same property. · Any person or entity which offers to bid or provide mold remediation services without first having obtained a written mold assessment report on the specific project site, verified by a certified laboratory, is subject to immediate investigation by the Board. The Board is promulgating rules relative to mold remediation contracting. These rules will be used to clarify and interpret the law. There will be an initial grace period with regard to the type of training deemed acceptable. Standards for training will be developed. The adoption of OSHA guidelines which demonstrate productivity, safety, and practical, cost-effective methods of workforce handling processes is being considered. CAUTION: Persons or entities offering to bid or perform mold remediation services may also have to obtain commercial licenses for other major classifications or subcategories of major classifications depending on the prescribed scope and value of work. Contact the classifications specialists at the Board offices to determine the specific licensing requirements for the type of work you intend to perform.
9/6/2005	BOARD TOLL-FREE NUMBER - 1 800 256-1392	A special hotline number will be available in the next few days to handle the influx of applicants related to Hurricane Katrina. In the meantime, please contact the Board office at 1-800-256-1392.
11/23/2004	Examination fees	Effective January 1, 2005, the fee for examination will be $100. We will continue to administer the Business and Law examination at no additional charge (one time only) if it is taken by a qualifying party on the same day as a written trade examination.
10/7/2004	Business and Law Study Guide Fee	Due to increased publishing costs, the price of the Business and Law study guide will be $40 effective November 1, 2004.
9/20/2004	Residential Continuing Education Opportunity	The "Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law" course offered by the Board is acceptable to meet the continuing education requirement for residential contractors. Each qualifying party interested in attending this course must submit a registration form and pay the fee. For information on the date of the next scheduled course, please refer to the current website announcement related to this training.
9/17/2004	UNFAIR TRADE PRACTICES AND CONSUMER PROTECTION LAW TRAINING for Mold Remediation Licensure	The State Licensing Board for Contractors is offering a four (4) hour course on Louisiana's "Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law." This course is one of the requirements for licensure in mold remediation. The course will be conducted on Monday, October 4, 2004 from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Board's offices located at 2525 Quail Drive, Baton Rouge. The cost for the class is seventy-five dollars ($75). All requests for reservations must be made in writing and accompanied by a check or money order. Seating is limited and will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. Future courses will be scheduled based on need.
5/25/2004	UNFAIR TRADE PRACTICES AND CONSUMER PROTECTION LAW TRAINING for Mold Remediation Licensure	The State Licensing Board for Contractors is offering a four (4) hour course on Louisiana's "Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law." This course is one of the requirements for licensure in mold remediation. The first course will be conducted on Thursday, July 1, 2004 from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Board's offices located at 2525 Quail Drive, Baton Rouge. The cost for the class is seventy-five dollars ($75). All requests for reservations must be made in writing and accompanied by a check or money order. Seating is limited and will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. Future courses will be scheduled based on need.
4/1/2004	Printed Rosters	Licensing information available on this site is current. Printed copies of the roster will no longer be sent to licensed contractors. Should you require a copy of the printed roster, please submit a written request to the attention of Mrs. Wanda Cowsar, P. O. Box 14419, Baton Rouge, LA 70898-4419 along with a check for $60 (commercial roster) and/or $35 (residential roster).
12/4/2002	Business and Law Study Guide Fee	Due to increased publication and mailing costs, the fee for the Business and Law study guide is $35, effective immediately.
11/28/2001	Business and Law Study Guides	Due to increased publishing costs, the fee for the Business and Law study guide is $30 effective immediately.
6/1/2001	Examination Fees	Effective July 1, 2001, the examination fee will be $75.00.