(Lab. Code, §§ 3708, 3709.) An “unlicensed contractor” is an “employee” of the hirer. Under California law, an “unlicensed contractor” – one who lacks the proper contractor's license for the work – cannot be an independent contractor.
The Ohio Contractor Licensing Law (ORC 4740), requires building and health departments who have a registration in place to require the State License before issuing commercial permits. All local building and health departments regulate residential contractors.
Office (Consumer Protection Section) at 1-800-282-0515. Nature of complaint: Please describe in detail your complaint, include copies of all documents and contracts and names of any other persons who may have direct knowledge of the circumstances surrounding this complaint.
Have a complaint or need to report unlicensed activity? Call Carol Ross at OCILB direct at 614-644-3495 to file your complaint.
Cleveland Fill out, sign, and notarize the registration application form. Secure a bond with a minimum of $25,000. Obtain a certificate of insurance with a minimum coverage of $200,000: Bodily injury coverage of $50,000 and $100,000. Property damage of $50,000. Secure the necessary residential or commercial permit.
Contact the contractors' board, submit a complaint and start the process. Often times investigators will be very helpful in assisting you with obtaining reimbursement, via the contractor's bond or otherwise, and will help determine if the licensed professional was culpable or liable for the unlicensed person's work.
RMO License One of the most common, and often easiest ways that people without any prior experience can gain access to a contractor license is by utilizing either an “RMO” or “RME.”
General contractor registration steps: Fill out, sign, and notarize the registration application form. Secure a bond with a minimum of $25,000. Obtain a certificate of insurance with a minimum coverage of $200,000: Bodily injury coverage of $50,000 and $100,000. Secure the necessary residential or commercial permit.
Be at least 18 years old. Be a U.S. citizen or legal alien with proof of residence. Prove at least three years of general contractor experience through W-2s, project permits or the license number of contractors you've worked with.
If you are applying to be a Home Improvement General Contractor, you need to pass the Ohio Home Improvement Contractor 767 exam and get at least 70% on it. The test will have two different parts. The first part is on Business and Law. The second part is on the topic of the specific kind of license you wish to obtain.